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Q: How do I keep my cedar from graying?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t treat a cedar fence, it will turn from reddish brown to gray over time. You can keep the cedar from graying and retain its attractive, deep red color by sealing your cedar fence with a stain that keeps the wood&rsquo;s oils in and serves as a barrier against the sun&rsquo;s UV rays.</p></div>

Q: What lasts longer on a deck, stain or paint?

• <div><p>When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to <b>10 years</b> of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at <b>two to three years</b>. </p></div>

Q: When is the best time to paint a deck?

• <div><p>The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there&rsquo;s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.</p></div>

Q: Should I stain or seal my cedar deck or fence?

• <div><p>Yes, staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan, typically by five to 10 years. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it can still fall victim to moisture, sun exposure, and rot over time. Applying a treatment creates a protective shield that helps prevent splintering, fading, and decay, preserving the wood's strength and appearance. A combination stain and sealer often provides the best protection, as it soaks into the wood grain rather than just sitting on top. This offers superior defense against UV damage and rot and lasts longer than a sealer alone. To maintain the wood's natural look, consider using a near-translucent stain. You should plan to reapply the stain or sealer every two to three years.</p></div>

Q: How much does a five-gallon bucket of stain cover?

• <div><p>A five-gallon bucket of deck stain will cover roughly 875 square feet in a single coat. Actual coverage will vary based on the type of wood you&rsquo;re staining and the number of coats. If you plan on doing multiple coats, multiply the square footage by the number of coats to calculate how many buckets of stain you&rsquo;ll need.</p></div>

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Last update on June 09, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
A huge thank you to Antnee's Painting. They just finished painting/staining our house (cedar/pine/fir) and barn (hemlock) and the results are superb. Anthony contacted us immediately upon our Angi's selections. He followed up with a home visit appointment and same day estimate. He...
Antnee's Painting
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Reviewed in May 2025
Cory did a great job replacing my 30+ year old deck. He is very precise in his work and takes the time to do it right.
Kalthoff Home Improvement
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Reviewed in September 2024
Built a Beautiful deck. I love it! Great craftsmanship. Bennyâ s willingness to please made me comfortable . I made the right decision hiring Bennyâ s Property Maintenance. Great Job!.
Benny's Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in March 2024
Mike was very pleasant and explained everything he did when done. I am very pleased with my deck and I look forward to enjoying it more this summer.
MGP Construction
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Reviewed in January 2024
Great work. Communication is awesome. They did such a great job on painting and repairing my deck I hired them for a basement remodel. This is looking terrific as well. Highly recommend V &S Pro Painting for interior snd exterior work!
V&S Pro Painting
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Reviewed in October 2023
What an amazing job Mike and his crews did for us. He install a gorgeous 10X20 new deck with stair. We were amazed about how professional and knowledgeable Mike is. I would recommend Prime Construction in a blink of an eye to anyone looking to re-do or install a new deck. Thank you Mike.
Prime Construction
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Reviewed in November 2022
Jonathan is very professional and responsive to customer requests and questions. He did a great job staining the fence and I look forward to working with him again in the coming spring.
Jonathan Rodriguez Services
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Reviewed in April 2022
Powerwashing..deck staining..very pleased with this company
All Day Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2022
The crew from First Rank did a great job installing and finishing flooring in my home. The project was anything but straightforward - I had purchased a large lot of #3 oak which had to be sorted and nailed down before being stained with a weathered wood accelerator. First Rank handled the job...
First Rank Construction
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Reviewed in January 2022
Benny’s property maintenance remodeled my kitchen, and fixed my 2 story deck. All was done professionally, clean, and in a timely manner. Will use him moving forward for all of our additional work. You can’t beat his workmen ship and price point for his work!!
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European Craftsman and Remodeling

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anton did a very nice job cleaning and staining our log home. It had been neglected by the previous owner and needed a lot of work. He also replaced rotted siding on our barn, fixed some significant structural defects and stained it. A nice job and finished in a timely fashion. Anton was here supervising the job all the time. Would definitely hire again"

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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"Excellent professional work, done in a timely manner. Book early, his work is in demand!"

Response time2 days

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CGPAINTING SERVICES INC

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Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Jonathan Rodriguez Services

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jonathan is very professional and responsive to customer requests and questions. He did a great job staining the fence and I look forward to working with him again in the coming spring."

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Response time7 hrs

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Nicest Home Improvement LLC

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Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. Would use them again."

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Response time8 hrs

Response rate89%

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Customers say: Quick response

"Very responsive and on time. Ron built steps and a new deck surface was installed. He is very pleasant and follows up well. Still working with him on additional projects."

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Response time2 days

Response rate97%

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Russell Mottsey Construction LLC

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Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My job was done with professionalism and completed quickly and seems like it will last a lifetime."

+35

Response time2 days

Response rate99%

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was very reliable, honest, and fair, and did a great job. I will hire him again."

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Recommended by50%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cody and team did a professional job. He was responsive, timely, easy to work with, did a great job staining the exterior of our log cabin home. I would recommend them for your project."

Response time2 days

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Raza & Sons Construction, Inc.

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Serving Ellenville, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Platinum Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

If you don’t treat a cedar fence, it will turn from reddish brown to gray over time. You can keep the cedar from graying and retain its attractive, deep red color by sealing your cedar fence with a stain that keeps the wood’s oils in and serves as a barrier against the sun’s UV rays.

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years.

The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.

Yes, staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan, typically by five to 10 years. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it can still fall victim to moisture, sun exposure, and rot over time. Applying a treatment creates a protective shield that helps prevent splintering, fading, and decay, preserving the wood's strength and appearance. A combination stain and sealer often provides the best protection, as it soaks into the wood grain rather than just sitting on top. This offers superior defense against UV damage and rot and lasts longer than a sealer alone. To maintain the wood's natural look, consider using a near-translucent stain. You should plan to reapply the stain or sealer every two to three years.

A five-gallon bucket of deck stain will cover roughly 875 square feet in a single coat. Actual coverage will vary based on the type of wood you’re staining and the number of coats. If you plan on doing multiple coats, multiply the square footage by the number of coats to calculate how many buckets of stain you’ll need.

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