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Painters and STAINING both protect and enhance the look of your wood fence—but how do you know which approach is right for you?
Mostly, it depends on how much you like the natural appearance of the wood. Stain can change the look of a newer fence without hiding the natural features of a fence’s wood grain. Paint, on the other hand, can dramatically transform the look of a wood fence.TESTIMONIALS
Which Paint Product is Right for Your Fence?
Wood, metal or vinyl are the most common types of outdoor fences. The product you will choose to paint or stain depends on the type of material your fence is crafted from.westchesterpainter.net
Wood
A wood fence is the most common type of homeowner fence.
If you are staining a wood fence, consider a high-quality stain like ,ARBORCOAT EXTERIOR STAIN which comes in a wide range of . OPACITIES AND COLOR
For painting, FREST START -HIGH HIDING- ALL. PURPOSE- PRIMER AND REGAL SELECT EXTERIOR paint make a great combination for wood fences.
Note that some types of wood, like ARBORCOAT EXTERIOR OIL PRIMER cedar and redwood, have tannins that could bleed through stains and paint. A special oil-based primer, like will help prevent tannin bleed when painting or staining a wood fence.
Check the Weather Forecast
The OPTIMAL TEMPERATURE for exterior painting projects is between 35℉ and 100℉ with low humidity. If staining a wood fence, it’s best to apply the stain out of direct sunlight to prevent lap marks. Consult the can or for both dry time and cure times based on the products you use.
Prep the Fence
To prep a wood fence, inspect your fence for loose nails, screws, or cracked boards. Fix spots on the fence in need of repair. Allow all repaired areas to cure completely before you start painting. Disassemble fence hardware if necessary.
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