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Deck & fence staining.

Seymour, Columbus & the rest of Southern Indiana

Bring gray, weathered wood back. We clean the boards, let them dry out, and stain them to stand up to Indiana summers and winters.

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How we do it

Stain only works on clean, dry wood. We wash off the dirt, mildew and graying, then wait for a couple of dry days so the boards take the stain instead of shedding it.

Rails, spindles, benches and tables get the same care as the deck boards. The pond deck in the photo got the whole treatment: deck, built-in benches and the picnic table.

What’s included

  • Decks and docks
  • Fences
  • Railings and spindles
  • Benches, tables and built-ins
  • Washing and prep before stain
Stained wooden deck with built-in benches and a picnic table over a pond
From the jobDeck, benches and table on the pond, cleaned and stained.

Decks, coat by coat.

What happens from the first visit to the last walkthrough. Each step adds its layer to the drawing.

  1. 01

    Walkthrough

    We look at the deck or fence with you, talk about stain color and type, and give you a price.

  2. 02

    Clean

    Dirt, mildew and gray wood fibers washed off.

  3. 03

    Dry out

    A couple of dry days so the wood is ready to soak up stain.

  4. 04

    Stain

    Worked into every board, rail and spindle.

  5. 05

    Second coat

    Where the stain and the wood call for it, then a last look with you.

Questions about deck & fence staining

Something we didn’t cover? Call (317) 220-5912 and ask.

How often should a deck be restained?

It depends on how much sun it gets and what’s on it now. Decks in full sun wear faster. When water stops beading up on the boards, it’s time.

Can you stain a brand-new deck?

Usually not right away. New pressure-treated lumber is still wet from the treatment and needs time to dry out. Sprinkle a little water on it: if it soaks in, it’s ready.

Solid or semi-transparent stain?

Semi-transparent lets the grain show and wears away gradually. Solid covers more like paint and hides more. We’ll talk through both for your wood.

Do you do fences too?

Yes: fences, railings, docks, benches and tables.

Where we do this

We’re based in Seymour and paint all over Southern Indiana. Pick your town.

From SeymourMiles from Seymour, as the crow flies

Other work we do

The easiest way to start is a phone call.

(317) 220-5912

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