How do you make a wooden fence look nice?

• <div><p>There are several ways to make a wooden fence more visually appealing and keep it that way for years to come.</p><ul><li><p>Treat the fence with a wood sealant to protect it against the elements. It’s recommended to reseal a fence every two to three years, but if you live in a harsh climate, you may want to do it more frequently than that.</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-restore-faded-wood-fence.htm">Restore the fence</a> if it’s old, corroding, or fading. That includes cleaning it and making small repairs where needed.</p></li><li><p>Paint the fence in a color that you like, whether that’s a simple white or more vibrant option. Fences usually need to be repainted every one to three years.</p></li><li><p>Decorate the fence with planters, string lights, birdhouses, mirrors, shutters, and more. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is it worth it to stain a fence?

• <div><p>If you have the time and the budget, we strongly recommend staining your fence, especially if it's looking a bit tired or hasn't been treated recently. While you may not see the same return on investment (ROI) as you would with a project like a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-a-kitchen-remodel-increase-home-value.htm">kitchen remodel</a>, staining a fence is one of the best ways to add a facelift to your property—a new fence stain adds serious curb appeal to your home. </p></div>

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Q: How many coats of stain do you need for a fence?

• <div><p>Typically, you need one to two coats of stain for a fence. The number of coats you need can vary depending on the porosity of the type of wood. You can also apply an extra coat of stain if you want the color to look more saturated or to cover lap marks and patchy spots.</p></div>

Q: Should you paint your old wood fence?

• <div><p>You can paint an old wooden fence, but make sure first to do a deep clean (ideally with a pressure washer) and inspect the fence for any existing damage. Painting over dirt and debris will cause your paint to peel. Once you&rsquo;ve cleaned and repaired any minor issues, use a primer and high-quality satin paint.</p></div>

Q: How long does stain last?

• <div><p>A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2025
I needed a special fence around my back yard to stop my Great Pyrenees dog from escaping. Joe and his team were more than up to the task and worked quickly and efficiently to complete the work. I am more than satisfied with my fence, and it was definitely value for money. I would recommend Joe...
Project Resolution LLC
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Reviewed in May 2025
H&M did an excellent job. Walls and ceilings were peeling off and they fixed it and painted it. See the before and after photos. They have also done plumbing work and lots of other projects.
H & M HANDYMAN SERVICE LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
We've had Virtu Custom Painting. Paint three of our homes over the few past years, the first two homes inside and out and our current home they painted the entire interior. They are professional, polite, and did exactly what we wanted and the painting job is excellent. We 100% definitely...
Virtu Custom Painting & Remodeling Services
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Reviewed in August 2022
Daniel was great! At first I wanted to go through a bigger company, but after a couple issues with those I settled on Daniel with FCS and couldn't have been happier!!! The price was very fair and the initial budget for materials and hours was spot on! When there were issues with the...
FCS Contractor & Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
ESP Painting did an exceptional job. They have skilled workmen (and women) and take pride in the work they do. It was a difficult job because of the wallpaper removal but they did it quite well.
ESP Painting
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Reviewed in October 2021
This was the worst experience I have ever dealt with. Dave and his "wife" met me at a property I owned that was under contract to sell, I explained this was an FHA loan and the appraiser wanted some chipped and peeling paint repaired, he also wanted an outside balcony railing reinforced. The...
Dave's Paint & Restorations
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Reviewed in March 2021
Brad and his team did a fabulous job on the fence. It is beautiful and their work was the best you could ask for at a price that beat all of their competitors. Brad told me his team has years of experience and it shows. They made sure everything looked it's best and functioned for the purposes I...
R and B Fencing & Beautiful Home Services
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Reviewed in April 2020
Resnick did an exceptional job installing their high quality siding. They also provided expert painters who were very meticulous in their attention to detail. I am very pleased with the results.
Resnick Roofing & Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
I continued to use their services for around a couple of years. Their contract was very extensive. They didn’t do half of what it said they would do and we had to have them come back out. I had gotten online and notified the company of this and the manager got very mad with me. They moved the...
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Reviewed in May 2014
They are very good at repairing and painting vehicles. I have been using them for 9 years. Their work is excellent and they have a quick turnaround time in getting the job done and they don’t overcharge. So it is value, service and dependability with them.
COLE CHEVY CADILLAC GMC
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