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Staining & Restoration
Fences · Charlotte, NC
Fence Staining & Sealing in Charlotte, NC
Stain and sealer protect a wood fence from weather, moisture and sun, and bring back the color of a gray, weathered fence.
- New and existing wood fences
- Cleaning and surface preparation
- Staining and sealing
- Free on-site estimate and a written quote
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What's Included
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Cleaning & preparation
The fence cleaned and prepared, so the stain soaks in evenly.
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Staining
Stain that brings back the color of the wood.
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Sealing
Sealer that protects the wood from weather, moisture and sun.
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Repairs first
Broken posts or a sagging gate fixed before the refinishing.
Finish Options
From a clear coat to full color: the more pigment a finish has, the more it shields the wood from sun.
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Clear sealer
Keeps water out and shows the natural wood, with the least protection from sun.
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Semi-transparent stain
Adds color while the grain still shows. A common choice for wood fences.
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Solid stain
Covers the grain with an even color and evens out an older, weathered fence.
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How It Works
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Request an estimate
Call us or send a request online with a few details about your deck or fence project.
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On-site measurement
We visit your property and take accurate measurements of the space.
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Written line-item quote
You receive a detailed written quote with clear, upfront pricing and no hidden fees.
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Build & cleanup
We build to code, protect your lawn and clean up the jobsite every day.
Why wood fences need a finish
Sun and moisture gray out a wood fence over time. Unprotected boards dry out, crack and soak up water. Stain and sealer protect the wood and bring back its color.
Signs your fence needs a new finish
Sprinkle a little water on the boards: if it soaks in and darkens the wood instead of beading up, the finish has worn off. Gray color, boards that have started to split, and color that has faded unevenly between the sunny and shady sides are other signs.
New fences
A new wood fence can be stained and sealed once the wood is ready to take a finish, so it is protected from the start.
Older fences
A weathered fence is cleaned and prepared first, so the stain soaks in evenly. If posts are broken or a gate sags, we fix them before the refinishing and combine the work into one restoration project.
Stain and sealer
Stain adds color, and the sealer protects the wood from weather, moisture and sun. We talk through the color and finish with you on site.
Choosing a finish
The more pigment a stain has, the better it shields the wood from sun and the more of the grain it hides. A new or well-kept fence looks good with a clear or semi-transparent finish, while an older fence with uneven color often looks best under a solid stain. Stain looks different on every fence, so it helps to see a sample on your own boards before you decide.
Both sides of the fence
Both sides of a fence weather, so both benefit from a finish. If the other side faces a neighbor’s yard, it can only be done with their okay; finishing your side still protects the wood on that side.
Weather matters
Stain goes on a clean, dry fence in dry weather, so the forecast plays a part in the schedule.
Keeping the finish looking good
Point sprinklers away from the fence, trim back plants and vines, and rinse off dirt and mildew with a garden hose. The sunny side of a fence usually fades first, so check it each spring.
How the estimate works
We look at the fence on site, measure it and check the posts and gates. You get a written quote with clear, upfront pricing and no hidden fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you stain new wood fences?
Yes. Staining and sealing protects a new wood fence from weather, moisture and sun.
Can you stain an old, gray fence?
Often, yes. We clean the fence, then stain and seal it to protect the wood and bring back its color.
Do you fix the fence before staining it?
Yes. We replace broken posts and repair gates before the refinishing and combine the work into one restoration project.
Which finish is best for a fence?
Semi-transparent stains are a common choice because they add color and still show the wood. Solid stains even out an older fence, and clear sealers keep the natural look with less protection from sun.
How often does a fence need a new coat?
It depends on the sun, the weather and the wood. When water stops beading on the boards and the color starts to fade, it’s time for a new coat.
How much does fence staining cost?
It depends on the length and height of the fence, its condition and how much preparation the wood needs. After a free on-site look you get a written quote with no hidden fees.
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