How many coats of stain should you put on cedar?

• <div><p>The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain. </p></div>

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Last update on September 17, 2026

Reviewed in September 2026
The quality is excellent, everything was easy to use, and I’ve liked the painting. It’s been such a relaxing and rewarding experience. Thank you for a wonderful job—I will definitely be uisng Desirable Painting again!
Desirable Painting and Floors
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Reviewed in September 2025
I also had gutters, doors and trim painted on the outside of my home. I was really pleased with the work that was performed. Larry and Angie was really friendly and great to work with, I would recommend them to anyone looking for help
INDOORS AND BEYOND LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
They came and help paint a few different rooms in my house and helped with some minor repairs. Did fantastic work! Would definitely recommend them!
Legacy Home Construction LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Doug did an incredible job tearing out part of an old deck and creating a new expanded patio space. He also added stability to the upper deck we kept and replaced rotted boards. The next year we had him back to build garden boxes. He fixed our mailbox that was run over, and he repaired a section...
Doug's Custom Builds
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Reviewed in June 2023
John and his team did a great job doing various repairs/upgrades around my home. They wrapped my back porch posts and painted them to match the existing siding color. John’s recommendation on how to wrap them made them look so much better than the prior post configuration. He repaired a...
John Hoover
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Reviewed in November 2021
Zach did an awesome job installing my new drywall ceiling. I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. He even painted the whole room for an unbelievable price. The craftsmanship he provides is unmatched.
Quality Coat, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
SUPERB! Job was completed perfectly. My husband was in drywall business for 20 years. He always points out flaws in finished drywall, but only had good things to say about Quality Coat's work. Reasonably priced with high end quality. Very responsive communication and respectful of...
Quality Coat, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
3 guys tore out 750 feet of old fence. Some was 6 ft. Chain link.and rest was 6ft. Wooden. Replaced with 6ft wooden privacy fence. Was all done in about 5 hours.. Big language barrier. 2 didnâ t speak any English. One spoke very little English. Company could o
Mae Fence, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
Very professional. Came quickly and did a very good job.Took down two trees and a lilac bush, trimmed another tree and cleaned out a fence row. Worked very hard and were courteous.
True you
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Reviewed in July 2020
Brian and B & S Contractors painted our front porch, which just happens to be huge. I was impressed with how quickly he finished. He took his time to make sure the paint job came out amazing. At first I was apprehensive but once it was done I was amazed by how perfect it looked!
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Fence Painting FAQs, 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.

DIY is possible but presents risks of uneven surfaces or improper adhesion; professionals offer expertise to ensure a lasting finish.

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

Exterior paints contain more volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, making them dangerous when used indoors. Without the free ventilation of the great outdoors, it can take longer for the fumes to dissipate than interior paint. While you may notice the smell lessening more quickly, you should be wary of paint fumes inside for 48 to 72 hours after it dries.

Staining a fence is less expensive than painting a fence due to the cost of materials and the longevity of the finish. Stain not only lasts longer than paint without chipping or peeling, but you also won’t have to put in the extra time and cost to prime the surface first.

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