Why You Should Stain Your Fence

Choosing to go with a wood fence is an awesome choice because wood is a high quality material that looks amazing and is perfect for use outdoors. One decision that you need to make when it comes to your wood fence, is whether or not you’d like to have it stained. Because there are so many benefits to staining your fence, it makes a lot of sense to have it stained.

For starters, you get better protection for your fence! Staining your fence is a great way to protect your fence from the harsh reality of the weather. Some stains are not just water resistant, but are also water repellent. By repelling water, the stain helps prevent the wood from absorb the water from rain which can cause the wood to expand and contract which causes further racks. Staining your fence can also protect it from getting damaged from constant sun exposure. Excess moisture can cause untreated fences to rot faster, or it can grow mold and mildew which will also cause your fence to rot sooner than it should.

Another reason is staining your fence adds to your homes curb appeal. A stained fence looks nice and makes your fence stand out. There are many different colors you can choose from to make your fence stand out and fit into your own personal aesthetic. A nicely stained fence can add the perfect amount of contrast to your backyard, especially when you have plant life such as flowers, bushes, and hedges.

If your wood has already been damaged from weathering, stain can help to restore it. The stain will help to strengthen the wood and will restore some of its former beauty. This means that even if your wood has had some degree of weathering, it still isn’t too late to receive the benefits that come along with staining your wood fence.

To learn about more of the benefits of fence staining, or to hire our professionals to come and stain your fence contact us today at 806-567-8808 or visit our website www.westtexasstain.com