Roll a section of fence stain.
Redwood fence stain before and after.
This is true especially if you install with pressure treated pine fence posts.
Let the wood absorb as much sealer as it can.
Allow at least 24 hours.
Applying a stain is a bit trickier than sealers and is best left to professionals.
Use a paint roller with a medium nap cover to apply a soaking coat to the wood.
If so clean the fence a couple of days before you plan to stain it.
Older wood fences may have mold mildew dirt and other debris on them that may affect how well the wood absorbs the wood stain.
I was told we should have stained it to preserve it.
Purchasing a new fence is a big investment.
It is exactly 1 year old and has darkened to a grayish hue.
Before applying the fence stain be sure the fence is dry.
The new fence is redwood with lattice on top in a neighbor friendly style.
The right level of opacity depends on the type of surface and your personal preference.
Most installers will tell you to wait a period of time after installation to apply stain or paint.
Before staining a wood fence scan the weekly weather forecast and select a day with temperatures between 50 and 80 degrees low to moderate humidity and no precipitation expected for the next 24.
If it s cool and humid allow another 24 hours.