Should you sand your fence before staining?

• <div><p>On most untreated wood fences, there is no need to sand before treating. You typically only need to sand if there’s an old coat of paint or stain on your fence. If you do need to sand off a previous paint or protective coating (like an old stain or sealant), use medium-grit sandpaper.</p></div>

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Q: What happens if an oil-based stain gets wet?

• <div><p>Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn&rsquo;t cause you any problems.</p></div>

Q: Should exterior paint be acrylic or latex?

• <div><p>You can use latex or acrylic paint outdoors. Although acrylic paint tends to last longer outside, it also costs more, so if you&rsquo;re painting the outside of your house, for instance, latex paint is often a go-to option. However, acrylic will be your best choice if you want to spend some extra money for added durability. </p></div>

Q: What benefits does painting or staining offer to fences?

• <div><p>Painting or staining protects fences from environmental damage, enhances durability, and improves curb appeal with a fresh, customized look.</p></div>

Q: What is the most waterproof paint?

• <div><p>There&rsquo;s no single paint that&rsquo;s the most waterproof. Instead, there are several types of waterproof and water-resistant paints that suit different purposes. Epoxy paint, for instance, is commonly used to provide a waterproof coating to floors and decks. Masonry paint is an excellent choice for exterior walls. Meanwhile, there are waterproof acrylic paints that can be used for interior and exterior walls. It&rsquo;s more about choosing the best type for what you&rsquo;re painting instead of the most waterproof paint overall. </p></div>

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Last update on January 08, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Banyon was excellent. He came in and did a complete stud to mud to paint room for me. Fast, detailed, and reliable!
Absolution Drywall and Paint LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Shane was very easy to work with. He listened to what I wanted for colors and style and he even suggested another option to make the paint look seamless without a border in the bathroom and I loved it! I always thought without a border on top it would look bad but he made it look great! He...
Dexter Painting & Flooring
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Reviewed in October 2024
They did an amazing job and willing to work with me on color paints, around my schedule, and payment methods! I would choose them again and again any day! Great people and amazing workers!
Freshcoat Painting
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Reviewed in July 2024
Not to worry about anything, Carl can do it all plus can make great suggestions to help project come out better. Complete bathroom remodel done , tiled all walls and floor, installed toilet, new glass shower, washer/ dryer adjusted, cabinet doors, mirror, painting and new lighting. Came out...
Minks General Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2024
Great paint job. It brightened up my whole house. Really good prep work. My walls were in rough shape. They made it look like new. Not to mention they have a great eye for design and helping me pick out my new light fixtures that they installed.
Bellevue Construction Company
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Reviewed in June 2024
The gentlemen did an excellent job and they were very careful and neat. The work/painting is extraordinary. I would recommend them to anyone anytime. Also, they are respectful, kind and honest so really, I do recommend them and I am a fussy customer.
Premium Paintworks
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Reviewed in February 2024
Beautiful job and well adverse. They did a wonderful job painting the outside as well as the inside of my 2 story 5 bedroom home including my living room, dining room and kitchen. Even had them do some work in my laundry room. Great job guys, will call you again when I need more work done. I...
C and C Carpentry
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Reviewed in March 2023
Terry is a seasoned pro. During the estimate process Terry explained exactly what he would have to do to make my 70 year home look as pretty as him and boy did they ever deliver. They arrived each morning with all the materials needed for the day . Finished the project on budget and ahead of...
Shorey's Painting & Restorations
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Reviewed in January 2021
They just finished up interior house painting and tile floor repair and did a GREAT job! Everything done well and reasonably priced---highly recommend!
Osborne Flooring & Home Improvement - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in July 2020
They did a great job carving out a space between my house and the bushes surrounding it. My house is now all set for painting! I would definitely hire this Moores Tree Service again!
Pro Tree Service, Inc.
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Innovation Painting & Remodeling

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In business since 2023

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"Innovation Painting just finished staining the exterior of our log home and garage and words cannot express how impressed we are. Nick and his crew were prompt, professional, personable and immensely talented. The property has never looked better. I intend to recommend them to everyone I know. We will definitely be using them on future projects. The best! Thank you guys!"

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Shorey's Painting & Restorations

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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Unity, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Terry was wonderful! He got the work done quickly and professionally. We are very pleased with his results, everything was perfect and each room looks great! We will hire him again if we ever need painting done."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate100%

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Absolution Drywall and Paint LLC

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In business since 2025

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Small jobs welcome

"The owner, Banyon, did a terrific job scraping off our peeling textured ceiling, then mudded and painted it. It looks perfect! He was very professional and courteous. I would highly recommend this company."

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"He came right away. Could not solve problems, but he showed us what is wrong. Now we need a locksmith. ( No locksmiths on angi)"

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Response time6 hrs

Response rate87%

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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

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In business since 2019

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"Great Job and cleaned up great when finished! Excellent exterior paint job! Great Communication! I would highly recommend!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Serving Unity, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Zach is very professional honest and wants to please his customers. So far I am happy with his work and will hire him again"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by71%of homeowners

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James McCarthy Painting & Powerwashing

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I'm a professional painter with More than 30 years of experience in interior and exterior painting. I'm very interested in this opportunity and believe my skills would be a great fit. I have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. I'm based in Ellsworth and would be thrilled to work with you!

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James Dickson

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hey there- My name is Jamie Dickson- i'm actually a senior pastor at a central maine church. Before pastoring I started one of the larger more successful painting companies in maine and before that worked with Sherwin williams company closely with product and specialty knowledge on job sites. Currently just looking for small jobs to help pay for my kids tuition to school. thanks!

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Igor's Home Improvement

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Welcome to Igor's home improvement, we are excited to exceed your expectations! As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

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Response time20 mins

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Shorey's Painting & Restorations

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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Unity, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

"The team came when promised and started working right off. They kept everything protected and covered and didn't spill or splatter paint on any of our stuff. They were very courteous and did a great job."

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Painting questions, answered by experts

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

You can use latex or acrylic paint outdoors. Although acrylic paint tends to last longer outside, it also costs more, so if you’re painting the outside of your house, for instance, latex paint is often a go-to option. However, acrylic will be your best choice if you want to spend some extra money for added durability.

Painting or staining protects fences from environmental damage, enhances durability, and improves curb appeal with a fresh, customized look.

There’s no single paint that’s the most waterproof. Instead, there are several types of waterproof and water-resistant paints that suit different purposes. Epoxy paint, for instance, is commonly used to provide a waterproof coating to floors and decks. Masonry paint is an excellent choice for exterior walls. Meanwhile, there are waterproof acrylic paints that can be used for interior and exterior walls. It’s more about choosing the best type for what you’re painting instead of the most waterproof paint overall.

On most untreated wood fences, there is no need to sand before treating. You typically only need to sand if there’s an old coat of paint or stain on your fence. If you do need to sand off a previous paint or protective coating (like an old stain or sealant), use medium-grit sandpaper.

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