Fence Staining in Irving, TX
Bring the color back to a gray, weathered wood fence and seal it against the Texas sun and rain. S&L Good Fellas is an insured, family-owned crew serving Dallas-Fort Worth. Text or call for a free quote.
Bare wood does not last long in North Texas. Sun fades it gray, and rain soaks in and feeds rot. We clean the fence, let it dry, then work in a stain that seals the wood and brings back the color. It is work you hire once and enjoy for years.
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Fence staining is more than color. The stain soaks into the wood and seals it, so water beads off instead of soaking in. That slows the graying, the cracking and the rot that our sun and storms bring on. We handle the whole job: cleaning, prep, and an even coat on the pickets, posts and rails.
New wood usually needs to dry out before it will take a stain, so a brand-new fence may wait a few weeks first. For an older fence, we clean off the gray and grime so the new stain grabs. You pick the look, from a light coat that shows the grain to a solid color that hides it.
- Fence cleaned and prepped before any stain goes on
- Stain that seals the wood against water
- Pickets, posts and rails all coated evenly
- Your choice of clear, tinted or solid color
- New and older wood fences
Why Sealing the Wood Matters
Wood left bare is wood left exposed. The Texas sun breaks down the surface and turns it gray, while rain soaks in, swells the boards, and feeds rot and mildew. Over a few seasons that bare fence cups, cracks and ages fast. A coat of stain and sealer slows all of it. It keeps water out, holds the color, and adds years to a fence you already paid to build. The sooner a new fence is sealed, the less damage it takes before you get to it.
Not Sure If It Is Ready?
Flick a little water on the wood. If it soaks in instead of beading, the fence is thirsty and ready for stain. Text us a photo and we will confirm.
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- The wood has turned gray or silver
- Water soaks in instead of beading up
- The surface feels rough, dry or splintery
- The old stain has faded or worn off
- Your new fence has dried and was never sealed
From First Text to a Sealed Fence
Text or Call
Send a text or call with the fence length and whether you want one side or both.
On-Site Look
We check the wood, how dry it is, and the color you have in mind.
Your Quote
You get a free quote for the prep, the stain and the number of sides.
We Prep and Stain
We clean the fence, let it dry, then work an even coat of stain into the wood.
Dry and Walkthrough
We let it cure, clean up any overspray, and walk the finished fence with you.
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Why Hire S&L to Stain Your Fence
Prep Before the Stain
Stain only lasts if the wood is clean and dry first. We wash off the gray and grime and let the fence dry, so the coat grabs and holds.
An Even Coat, No Mess
We work the stain into the pickets, posts and rails for one even color, then clean up any overspray before we leave.
We Do the Work for You
Staining a whole fence is a long, messy weekend. Hand it to us and spend your Saturday on something better. Customers call the pricing fair and the crew easy to work with.
Based in Irving, TX
Family owned & insured
What Fence Staining Costs
Staining is priced by the work in front of us, mostly the size of the fence and how much prep it needs. A clean newer fence costs less than a gray old one that has to be washed first. We measure it and give you a free quote.
Ask about our discounts for seniors, first responders and military.
What Affects the Cost
- How many feet of fence, and how tall
- One side or both sides stained
- How much cleaning and prep the wood needs
- The type of stain, from clear to solid color
- Gates, lattice or trim that need extra care
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Dallas-Fort Worth
We are based in Irving and stain fences across Dallas-Fort Worth. See your city on the list? Send a text or call for a free quote.
Fence Staining by Neighborhood
Local rules, soil, and housing change from one neighborhood to the next. See what applies to fence staining where you live.
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Fence Staining Questions
Straight answers to what people ask us about staining a fence. Do not see yours? Send a text or give us a call.
Still Have Questions?
Send a text or give us a call. We are happy to talk through your project.
Call (469) 340-2030How much does it cost to stain a fence?
It depends on the length and height of the fence, whether you want one side or both, and how much cleaning the wood needs. A newer fence costs less than a gray one that has to be washed first. We measure it and give you a free quote.
How long should I wait to stain a new fence?
New wood often holds too much moisture to take a stain right away, so a new fence may need to dry for several weeks first. We check the wood on site. A quick test is to flick water on it: if it soaks in, the fence is ready.
Should I stain one side or both?
Both sides last longer, since bare wood on the back still soaks up water and ages. If the budget only covers one side, we stain the side you see most and talk through the trade-off.
What is the difference between stain colors?
A clear or light stain shows the wood grain and needs redoing sooner. A semi-transparent stain adds color and more protection. A solid stain hides the grain and lasts longest. We help you pick based on the look you want.
Do you stain fences, or just paint them?
We stain and seal wood fences, which soaks into the wood and protects it better than paint on a fence. If you want a painted, solid-color finish, we can do that too. Text us and we will talk through what fits your fence.
Ready to Protect Your Fence?
Send a text or call (469) 340-2030. We will look at the wood and get you a free quote.
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