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Old 03-13-2009, 09:13 AM   #1
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Cedar Wood Fence - Staining again


Last year, we installed a 425ft Cedar fence around our yard. We stained the fence with Cabot Stain, which we were told to do only 1 coat.

Over the summer the fence started to look more and more like the stain had been absorbed into the wood, thus making the fence look like it was not entirely stained.

We were told to stain it again, that it should have been 2 coats and not 1. So my question is how should I prepare the fence before we stain it again? Some areas of the fence have 'dark spots" or mildew. Should I clean the fence with any solution or water before staining again?

Also, has anyone use a pump sprayer with Cabot stain (oil)? Painting the fence with a roller and brush took 2 days..

Thanks for you help

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Old 03-13-2009, 09:20 AM   #2
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Clean with TSP and a pressure washer. Rinse thoroughly! Rent a sprayer, HVLP or airless will both work fine. Stay away from a pump sprayer or cheap units like a wagner sprayer. Use two coats.
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Make sure you use a product when washing your fence that kills the mildew. I generally use Jomax and Bleach and I run these through my powerwasher. I also agree that 2 coats should then be applied. I would rent an airless.
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