Redwood Fence Stain Before And After

Allow at least 24 hours.

Redwood fence stain before and after.

If it s cool and humid allow another 24 hours. Just like a deck it needs to dry before applying a finish. So you certainly get your money s worth. Use a paint roller with a medium nap cover to apply a soaking coat to the wood.

If so clean the fence a couple of days before you plan to stain it. This is true especially if you install with pressure treated pine fence posts. Before staining a wood fence scan the weekly weather forecast and select a day with temperatures between 50 and 80 degrees low to moderate humidity and no precipitation expected for the next 24. I was told we should have stained it to preserve it.

It is exactly 1 year old and has darkened to a grayish hue. The new fence is redwood with lattice on top in a neighbor friendly style. Let the wood absorb as much sealer as it can. Although a wood stain is more expensive than a sealer it can last up to 5 times longer and looks more professional.

Older wood fences may have mold mildew dirt and other debris on them that may affect how well the wood absorbs the wood stain. The right level of opacity depends on the type of surface and your personal preference. Purchasing a new fence is a big investment. Roll a section of fence stain.