Diy Staining Wood Fence

Apply stain to broad surfaces using a inch nap roller.

Diy staining wood fence.

Dip the tip of. You can use a power washer but i don t recommend it as power washers can actually do more harm. How often to paint or stain your fence is largely determined by the weather in your region. Once the system has been flushed and drained you can load the stain sealer of your choice.

Doc stains the new wood fence with stain using an airless sprayer. Use a 4 inch wide trim roller to stain narrow surfaces and to cut in around fence. Apply the stain in. If using a roller opt for a medium nap roller cover then fully saturate the nap with the stain.

Mix the product thoroughly and strain the stain sealer through a paint screen to keep solid particles out of the system. How to stain a fence with a sprayer step 1. Proper staining or painting creates a barrier that prevents moisture from doing damage to the wood. A natural bristle brush is the best way to encourage oil based wood stain to permeate wooden fence slats.

Drape drop cloths over nearby surfaces and objects to protect. My fence was installed last year so it still looks great but i want to apply a protective coat to. Staining a fence is hard work but not that hard to do if you understand a little of the science behind the wood and the stain. Proceed to applying stain to the fence slats.

First step is to pressure wash the fence to rejuvenate the wood. When staining a fence you must understand how the moisture content of wood impacts the stain and the difference between oil based stains water stains and hybrid stains. Tools you will need 4 stain brush 9 paint roller and roller pad extension pole paint tray drop cloths moisture meter optional pressure washer garden hose exterior wood stain wood cleaner and wood brightener optional.