Staining a Fence

Staining  fences will increase the value of your property whether commercial or residential.   Fences can be stained in the winter months as long as the temperature is 40 degrees and the weather clear for the day.  Make sure you paint when there is no wind.  Here are some basic steps for staining a fence.

• Repair any damaged areas: i.e., replace boards and tighten loose panels.
• Protect any surrounding areas and mow strips with plastic or boards so the stain won't damage them.
• Mix the stain thoroughly so that the colorant is in the stain and not at the bottom.
• Make sure the pump is primed and the end is completely submerged in the paint. Don't let the pump run out of material.
  
• Wear protective a mask when spraying.
• Know how to use the pump safely. Keep the wand and spray gun from pointing at anything  but the fence to be painted.
• Make sure other people are not behind you  or where the over spray can get them.
• Spray  upper part of the back side  of the fence in a horizontal motion first
• Spray the lower part of the back side second.  Make sure that the mow strip, grass, or other ground surface is covered.
• Use a roller on an extension pole to roll the stain into the wood.  This helps the wood absorb the stain.
• Spray the right side of the fence a vertical sweeping motion.  Spray back over it horizontally.
  

•  Back roll the fence while the stain is still wet.

Clean up any over spray immediately with water or thinner. 


If you have questions, contact a quality paint store, or give us a call. 

Seely Painting, Inc.