Solid color stains have solid particles but not nearly as many as paint.
How to stain cedar fence with brush.
Using a sprayer to stain a fence is a lot faster than staining it with a brush or roller.
Lay down a tarp in the area where you ll be staining the fence.
Use the same technique to apply a second.
This old house host kevin o connor shows three ways to stain a wood fence like a pro.
Staining cedar with a solid color stain.
We decided to stain the new fence we built ourselves after receiving a few estimate from co.
Staining your fence does make the fence more aesthetically pleasing.
For the best results with a brush pick a staining brush that s 4 or 5 inches wide.
Pour the stain into the paint tray and dip the larger roller into the stain.
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Check our how we applied the stain to over 3 600 sq ft.
The stain type you choose will be determined by the age of your fence the look you are trying to achieve and your preferred method of application.
The upside is that solid color stains will block most damaging ultraviolet light.
Apply the stain to hard to get to areas with a paintbrush.
Wash the fence with a power washer to remove dirt and grit and give the fence time to dry.
Continue the process for the length of the fence and then allow the fence to dry for 24 hours.
Thus solid color stains let some of the cedar s grain show through but none of the color.
Shake the can of stain then open the can and stir it thoroughly.
What you get is a very uniform opaque color.
When it comes to applying a stain to a fence you have the choice of brushes rollers or pads.
Stain the cedar fence with a spraying machine.
Use the roller to cover the fence with stain.