Staining Protects and Beautifies

After installing a new wood fence, it’s natural to stand back and admire the precision, construction, and overall look. Next, it’s time to stain, according to Stain & Seal Experts.

“There are several reasons why you should consider staining and sealing wooden fences,” says Ashley Roth, owner and co-chief executive officer with Stain & Seal Experts. “It keeps the fence beautiful. Fence contractors want to give their customers the best service possible. Staining and sealing exterior wood projects also prevents the boards from warping, twisting, and cracking.”

Wood fences should be stained as soon as possible. Pressure treated lumber is usually dry and ready for stain within two to three weeks of installation. Most cedar projects dry faster and can be stained sooner. A moisture meter is recommended to test the moisture content of the fence prior to staining.

“One of the great things about oil-based stains is they penetrate into the wood, protecting it from the inside out. It prevents warping, twisting, rotting, cracking, and graying. With proper maintenance, a penetrating oil-based stain can help wood fences last almost a lifetime,” explains Roth.

In most cases, the more oil in the stain, the more protection, and a better finished project. “The best and easiest way to tell if your stain is top quality is to do the sniff test,” Roth says. “The smellier your stain is, the less oil it contains.”

By adding staining to the list of fence installation contractor services, it helps differentiate them from the competition while increasing revenue and customer satisfaction rates. One route is to hire a stain crew to the company, or find a reputable company in your area and work out an arrangement to subcontract.

“If a contractor would like to add a stain crew, there are a lot of training avenues available,” Roth explains. “To learn more about wood care and staining services, join Staining University on Facebook or reach out to any reputable stain company to inquire about training opportunities.”

Visit www.stainandsealexperts.com.