We suggest allowing the wood to weather naturally for at least 3 to 6 months before considering paint or stain.

Typically, all wood fence should not be stained or painted until a minimum of 60 days after installation. We recommend you check with your local paint store for the proper method of application.

Even though the lumber may be kiln-dried before treatment, using water-borne preservatives restores moisture to the wood. Too much moisture in the wood may prevent the stain or paint from penetrating the wood sufficiently. It is best to test the wood by painting or staining a scrap piece to see if it applies properly. If not, wait until it does. A water repellent should be applied annually. Do not use latex paints. Semi-transparent, oil-based stains work best.

The hallmark characteristic of Western Red Cedar, it's natural durability, has preserved examples of native culture that are more than 100 years old. Properly finished, Western Red Cedar can last for up to 20 years or more, even in harsh environments. Its natural resistance to moisture, decay and insect damage make it the ideal choice for a surface that is exposed to sun, rain, heat and cold all year round.

There are many factors that affect the life of a fence, including, local climate, soil conditions, and the materials used to name a few. You can expect a properly installed fence will last a long time as long as it is appropriately maintained. Your fence professional should be able to help you decide which type of fence will serve your needs best. BACK TO TOP

We recommend that your siding have a moisture content of 15% or below prior to staining. Since many homeowners do not have access to a moisture meter it is a good recommendation to wait 3-5 days after a heavy rain to allow the exterior and interior moisture content of the wood to lower. After the home has been thoroughly cleaned using Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Cleaner and the coating is in good sound condition, we recommend using Problem-Solver Oil Primer.

Afsco cedar wood fence installed to the recommended specifications of your experienced Afsco Fence sales associate will last fifteen to twenty years.

The available historical evidence shows that Eichler used stains, not paint, on his homes, inside and out. One can speculate that, at least for the vertical-grooved siding, stains were employed so that the grooves stayed crisp and clean (the edges weren't softened by the paint), and some of the grain of the wood showed through (redwood siding was used throughout the 1950s). It is also possible that Eichler used stains because labor and materials costs were lower than for paint.

We do offer "certain styles of pre-primed balusters" but we do not do any painting or staining of any kind.

Jennings joinery prefers to paint or stain prior to glazing and assembly to properly seal the product. Also when using 6.38 Laminated glass (which is thicker than normal glass), if the inside rebate is not painted or stained prior to glazing then after the product is glazed the unsealed surface behind the glass edge is visible and un protected. Also after the bi-folds have been installed it is very difficult to coat the top and bottom of the doors to seal then correctly.

Siding, decks, railings, or fences -- whatever you're stripping, getting through to the bare wood is critical. StainStrip? Exterior Stain Remover is a powerful formula that makes it easier to lift and remove weathered oil or latex solid-color stains, clear wood finishes, or semi-transparent stains. StainStrip is thick enough to cling to vertical surfaces and strong enough to strip even latex solid-hide stains.

If you purchase your system from retail, you can start enjoying Star Choice within three to 10 days. If you ordered equipment online or via our call centre, it can take seven to 10 days to ship the equipment then up to seven days for an installer to arrive. Sometimes it takes longer depending on the weather or if you live in a remote region where we may not have as many installers.

That's an opinion call, but if you do, you will have to do it again every year. We recommend letting it grey naturally and washing it 2 or 3 times/year with Sunlight dishwashing soap to keep it clean and pollution-free.

The average waiting time in New England for a liver is about 2 to 2 1/2 years (but it can range from weeks to years).

While drying times can vary based on factors such as humidity, plan on waiting about four hours when you are using latex paint. If you are using oil-based paint, you will probably need to wait up to 24 hours.

This is not recommended. Cedar shakes can create an uneven surface making it difficult to properly apply the insulated siding. Also nails do not hold well in old cedar shakes. We recommend shakes be removed.

If you plan on painting the room we suggest doing this prior to the new floor being installed. Old carpet, vinyl, etc make for a great drop rag. If you plan on wallpapering, we suggest this project be completed after the new floor is installed. Some flooring products have stiff backs and can damage wallpaper and painted walls quite easily. Touching up a painted area requires minimal work. Touching up a wallpapered area can be a daunting task.

The staining of visible fence surfaces is mandatory in The Meadows, Filing #8. Homeowners residing in the other sub-divisions are encouraged to stain their fences using the approved products. The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) does review the condition of private fences on an annual basis. Requests are made to homeowners to repair and stain their fences when these fences become unsightly.

Eastern White Cedar's natural oils are one of nature's best defenses against decay and insect invasion, there is no need to stain your new fence. The most maintenance free solution is to let the product go grey. If you choose to stain or paint, there are a number of quality products available. Trust the store where you buy. Follow directions on the can. Some of the new stains can be applied on wet or green wood, thereby eliminating the need to wait for three months before application.