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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: What are the benefits of deck staining or painting?

• <div><p>Deck staining or painting safeguards wood against the elements through its protective layer, enhancing decay resistance, prolonging structural integrity, and improving visual appeal.</p></div>

Q: What is better: wet-sanding or dry-sanding?

• <div><p>Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it&rsquo;s a good option if you&rsquo;re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you&rsquo;re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don&rsquo;t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.</p></div>

Q: Should I stain my deck with a brush or rag?

• <div><p>Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.</p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;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 May 28, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Great company to work with, very professional, they completed the work quickly and did a great job. I would highly recommend for any siding job!
Vermont Siding
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very professional! Just did a great job taking care of old pet stains. Highly recommend David.
Bates Absolute Steam Cleaning
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Reviewed in January 2023
Will Danforth has worked on several jobs for me: scraping and painting white window trims and eaves, re-staining cedar wood siding shingles, and some interior painting. For each job, he did exceptional work. He is punctual, attentive to detail, conscientious, and meticulous about cleaning up....
Danforth Painting
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Reviewed in June 2018
Chris showed up on time, worked very long and hard. Reached out with options and did a great job at a fair price. Very happy. Two decks and a house that needed washing and staining. A couple of days work
Vermont Home Wash
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Reviewed in January 2015
The job was done very professionally. This was a complex job that was done creatively and the deck looks great. They even repaired my garage door that I ran my car in a year ago. This was extra and done anonymously without charge. Thanks Guys!
Green Age Builders
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Reviewed in October 2014
Nice Job Don! My wife and I had been talking about replacing our upstairs carpets which are close to 20 years old and have seen heavy traffic inclusive of pets, kids and all the messes that come with years of abuse. We had tried home owner cleaning deals in the past inclusive of rental...
Green Mountain Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2014
We have used Matt for a number of jobs, including some property clearing, re-stoning our drive, creating stone retaining wall for a deck addition, as well as the construction of two stone walls, along with the creation of this patio area. <br /> After each job, we have been very impressed by...
Matt Atkins Property Services LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
Before Ben could build our deck, he had to first remove a very sub par deck, which would have never passed code even when new, and put in one 50% bigger and 110% safer and more beautiful, than I had even expected. Because, my husband and I both have physical limitations, we really relied on Ben...
Wooden Hammer
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Reviewed in May 2012
The decks look absolutely fabulous. He's professional and very affable. He has very fair prices and does super quality work. He also painted the interior of our house in the past.
Boise Painting
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All Aspects Property Management LLC

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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All Aspects Property Management LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Response rate94%

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Lincoln Peak Properties

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

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Lincoln Peak Properties offers expert exterior painting and roofing services, ensuring your home looks stunning while providing durable protection against the elements for lasting beauty and value!\n

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Vista Home Improvement

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In business since 2005

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"Thanks for your services was nice experience to has business ? with you I home my wishes come true no more Abuse, sickness, hungry, or homeless, My Broking Heart"

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VG Painting and Hospitality Services LLC

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"We did some remodeling to our house and got ahold of them together our paint job done. It was the best paint job we ever had! They also did pressure wash on our drive way, were very satisfied and they’re professional as can be Gausa made me feel very confident that he was going to get the job done right!"

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Response time9 hrs

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"They were very professional and dedicated. Some of the decks were in pretty bad shape. They stayed on it until all old mold was out. One of them was in sch bad shape that when it was wet it was dangerous. Well now it looks like new. Very nice work. Thank you!"

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Response time3 days

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robinsonspaintservice

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"It went well. They were great and courteous. They cleaned up after themselves and they were very professional."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Painting went well. Always on time and worked hard. Very reasonable priced and very easy to work with"

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Welcome Home Moving Services

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"They were excellent, I would highly recommend. Everyone was very professional and showed up right when they said they would. They were gentle and everything arrived intact. They had us on the road in no time."

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Express Solutions LLC

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"Amazing work goes over project in full detail to make sure you get what you expect and more great prices wont have to break the bank will hire again"

Response time8 hrs

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Giard's Home Imrovement & Drywalling

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Serving Bridport, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Josh was quick to respond to a quote request and came by the next day. Within 24 hours i had an idea of what the project would cost. I hired Josh and in a matter of days he has completed the project. Quick and efficient and professional."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

Deck staining or painting safeguards wood against the elements through its protective layer, enhancing decay resistance, prolonging structural integrity, and improving visual appeal.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

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.

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