What time of year is best to stain a fence?

• <div><p>Late spring or early summer is usually the best time to stain a fence. Pick your timing carefully and aim to start your DIY when you see a forecast that shows no rain and low humidity levels for at least a few days. If it’s too hot (like in the middle of summer), the stain will dry out too quickly. If it’s too cold (like in the winter and early spring), the stain might not be able to fully dry.</p></div>

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Q: How many coats of paint on wrought iron?

• <div><p>For the best results, you should apply two coats of paint to your wrought iron fence. Let your first coat dry for about an hour then promptly apply your second coat.</p></div>

Q: How do you make a wooden fence look old?

• <div><p>You can weather a new wood fence by applying vinegar with steel wool as a way to fade some of the coloring. You may also find it easier to stain your entire fence a new color instead of trying to get newer fence boards to match an older one. </p></div>

Q: What is the best exterior paint for extreme weather?

• <div><p>Acrylic paint is one of the best types of paint to use on your home's exterior. It's a durable paint that is also heat- and cold-resistant. While oil-based paint is also durable, it's prone to fading, making it not as good of an option if you live someplace with extremely high heat. In colder regions, oil-based and alkyd paints become more viscous, which makes it harder to apply the paint.</p></div>

Q: How long should wood stain sit before wiping off?

• <div><p>If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood&rsquo;s grain for best results.</p></div>

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It is the worst work I have ever seen. I have never seen sheetrock so messed up. U can tell every seem in my house .The new bathroom that was added on is awful. The tile work is terrible gout is awful.I am still considering a law suit. My flooring is all messed up.Even the painting was screwed...
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I would highly recommend Legacy Fence! Very professional, did an excellent job putting a new fence up securing our backyard!
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Reviewed in May 2023
He's very professional to deal with and can do any kind of painting I can think of. We were more than satisfied with what he did to the interior of our house. If we had wooden siding instead of vinyl, I'd have hired him to paint that as well. Any paint projects come up in the future...
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They straightened out a metal fence that had been bent by a fallen tree. The fence spokes were straight albeit the finishing was adequate They also put new hinges on a metal gate that was knocked off. The solution was sturdy but roughly finished. They worked hard and finished the job. The pay...
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Thomas was hired to paint the master bedroom and bathroom. After I entered the request for bids he called in 15 minutes and that day I had a quote. On the day agreed upon he was supposed to come that morning but called to say he was caught on another job and would be there at 12:30. He showed...
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