SouthernSure^SM Deck & Fence Staining

Staining a new deck or fence not only adds some color to it, but the stain also protects the wood from the weather. Re-staining a weather deck or fence gives it a fresh look and may also extend its life.

1. COLOR & PRODUCT SELECTION

While many people choose to stain their deck or wood fence in the traditional "Cedar Bark" color, there are a number of stain colors available.
It is important to recognize that re-staining with semi-transparent stains will lead to more color variations with each subsequent re-staining; at some point, switching to solid stains may be desireable
Solid stains have a more opaque, "painted" look, even though they are a stain product that soaks into the wood.
Southern Painting prefers waterborne stains because they hold up better under exposure to sun than do oil-based stains.

2. POWER WASHING

Powerwashing is a very important step in preparing decks or fences for staining.
Dirt, mildew, algae, etc.must also be removed prior to staining.
Following powerwashing, the surface must be allowed to dry thoroughly.

3. SANDING

While not typically required, sanding smooths out rough wood and can remove previous stain color not removed by powerwashing.
Sanding may also be needed to remove old material that may interfere with the wood's ability to accept new stain.

4. WOOD CONDITIONERS & STAIN LIFE-EXTENDERS

These are optional steps that, while not typically required, may be recommended to properly prepare the wood to accept stain and/or to extend the life of the product applied.

5. PRODUCT APPLICATION

Depending on the stain type (solid or semi-transparent) and whether the color is being changed, one or two coats of stain may be required.
Stain is typically applied to decks and fences via brush & roll technique. Sometimes a pump-spray bottle (low pressure) is used to get the stain on the surface where it is then "worked in" by brush and/or roller.

SouthernSureSM Deck & Fence Staining

SouthernSure^SM Deck & Fence Staining