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>

Can I paint my chain-link fence?

• <div><p>Yes, you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-paint-chain-link-fence.htm">paint a chain-link fence</a>, but you don’t want to use spray paint. With the spray method, you’ll be losing a majority of your product to the air, given the size of the gaps in chain-link fences. Instead, use a paintbrush for your fence posts and a paint roller for the wire.</p></div>

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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: Can exterior painting or staining be done without professional help?

• <div><p>DIY is possible but presents risks of uneven surfaces or improper adhesion; professionals offer expertise to ensure a lasting finish.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to paint a fence with a roller or brush?

• <div><p>Both a roller and a brush are effective methods for painting a chain link fence. A roller will make the job easier by ensuring symmetrical strokes and reaching the backside of the fence as well, which cuts down on paint time. However, a brush is often necessary for painting the base of the fence and near the posts due to its ease of reaching smaller spaces.</p></div>

Q: Can I paint my chain-link fence?

• <div><p>Yes, you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-paint-chain-link-fence.htm">paint a chain-link fence</a>, but you don&rsquo;t want to use spray paint. With the spray method, you&rsquo;ll be losing a majority of your product to the air, given the size of the gaps in chain-link fences. Instead, use a paintbrush for your fence posts and a paint roller for the wire.</p></div>

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Last update on February 07, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
Jeremy & his Helper, Bob, did a great job painting my living & dining room areas, kitchen & master bath. They worked diligently, charged a reasonable price, cleaned up each day & made sure I was pleased.
Bedlam Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Precise Edge Painting did areas of a bedroom, bathroom, office and kitchen. They worked with us on time frame (moved it up for us) and budget (very fair pricing). Kevin did a walk through and then came back for minor touch ups. He also gave great advice on other areas of the house. Would use...
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Reviewed in January 2021
TL;DR Don't worry, G3 REALLY IS as good as all the reviews say. We are a little older and more worn out than typical first-time home owners and we bought an old house that needed a lot of work and we needed help. Our experiences with other contactors has been poor to say the least. (Does...
G3 Insulation, Siding & Seamless Gutters
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Reviewed in May 2020
It was excellent. They made sure we were pleased with them! They're coming back in about 3 weeks to paint it for me.
RayFarm Services
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Reviewed in December 2018
I was not satisfied with the paint job after it dried. Raul had been fully paid so I was surprised that he made a great effort to return and apply another coat. Very punctual and considerate. The feedback I gave him wasn't 100% positive, but he TOOK ALL the feedback to heart and gave me...
Adri's Residential Remodeling, Corp.
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Reviewed in August 2016
They were able to do my job short notice. But the painters did not clean the paint they sprayed on my windows and mirrors.
Lunar Painting
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Reviewed in September 2015
My husband is a perfectionist. He also once had a painting business, so he knows what a good job looks like. These painters were able to satisfy his requirements to complete a "good" job for us. Their customer service is outstanding.
CertaPro Painters of Oklahoma City
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Reviewed in September 2014
Keith Miller did an excellent job of painting our exterior windows & the garage of our rental property. When he was notified of areas needing additional attention, he returned & corrected these areas in a very timely manner.
Keith Miller Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
I had a fender-bender in the grocery store parking lot. A car backed out and hit me while I was waiting for another parking spot. It damaged my front passenger side quarter panel and my front bumper. My car was pretty new (2013 BMW X3), and the paint color is a special order color (vermillion...
Colortech Minor Collision Repair
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Reviewed in April 2013
I lived out of town and this was a house that I inherited from my grandfather. The final product looked very nice. But was it ever hard to get to the end! <br /> They told me that the kitchen cabinet doors would be painted in their shop where they had a paint booth. Didn't happen, they...
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DERHEIM PAINTING LLC

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Konrad Derheim didn't just start a painting companyhe set out to raise the standard for what painters in Ardmore could be. With a background rooted in hard work and hands-on experience, Konrad launched Derheim Painting in 2020 with a simple mission: to bring color, beauty, and integrity to every home and business his team touches.

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"They were reliable and kept working at the job until it was finished. They were polite and made sure that I would be satisfied with the outcome, which I was."

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Mosh-Crew Painting

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Hi! Mosh Crew painting here! We are looking to bring a stress free environment when painting your home. You can count on over 25 years combined experience, promptness and professionalism from us. We hope to hear from you so we can help you love looking at your home again!

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"Does very very good job, either he does it right or he won't do it at all."

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L.A.A.A. Construction LLC

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"Very professional and knowledgeable. Doesn't leave you hanging always in contact. Painted house looked great. Then hired him to put a cover over cellar looked great ."

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Sandoval lawn

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Hard working reliable, if I don't have the tool for the job I'll go get the tool😊

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Family-owned & operated general contractor in Frisco, TX – serving the DFW and surrounding areas for 20+ years. We handle residential or commercial remodeling, interior and exterior roofing, fencing even any additions. With prompt/clear communication, honest pricing, and quality craftsmanship. Licensed, insured with an A+ BBB rating.\n\nI look forward to helping you with any rehab or construction projects, thank you!

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Small business owner who’s been in the industry my whole life. Great work, good pricing, great customer support.

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I'm a third generation window treatment specialist I have 7 years experience installing All of the top brand window coverings. I'm very thorough and I take pride in all that I work on. I always make sure that the customer's happy before I leave and leave the place like I found it or better.

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KJOs Construction Services

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Send an email to [email protected] or a text to 972-897-8535 about your project to give you a quote & get it done as fast as possible.\n\nKJO’s Construction Services takes pride in waterproofing if you have any water leaks we can take a look & fix it, also we specialize in window wet glazing, painting, roofing, masonry & brick, restoration, carpentry, siding, stucco & texture, etc.

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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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

Both a roller and a brush are effective methods for painting a chain link fence. A roller will make the job easier by ensuring symmetrical strokes and reaching the backside of the fence as well, which cuts down on paint time. However, a brush is often necessary for painting the base of the fence and near the posts due to its ease of reaching smaller spaces.

Yes, you can paint a chain-link fence, but you don’t want to use spray paint. With the spray method, you’ll be losing a majority of your product to the air, given the size of the gaps in chain-link fences. Instead, use a paintbrush for your fence posts and a paint roller for the wire.

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