Exterior Wood & Deck Staining in Northern VA
Wood needs to be protected from the elements, but if you enjoy the natural color of the wood on your home, deck, or fence, and don’t want to cover it with paint, you can stain it so that you get the best of both worlds - a beautiful and natural looking wood color and the comfort of knowing your home is well protected for years to come.
Staining is a great way to touch up unfinished wood, especially if you're going for a more natural look. Painting is excellent for some applications, but stains allow you to enjoy natural colors while giving the wood an upgraded look. If you're looking to upgrade your home, we can handle everything from deck staining to wooden fences.
Benefits of Wood Staining
There are many ways to finish your deck or fence, but staining is the best choice if you want to maintain that natural wood look without tons of maintenance. The main benefit to staining is that it can be applied directly to wood without primer. This makes the process of preparing and finishing your deck or fence much smoother. Stains absorb directly into the wood, creating a long-lasting, beautiful finish. Paint looks great if you want solid colors, but staining maintains the natural wood grain while adding a new color to your deck, fence, or siding. You can choose between dozens of colors to find the perfect stain to match your home. Stain also helps weatherproof wood and protect against rot, so there are real benefits to staining your deck, siding, or fence.
When Do I Need Staining Services?
If you have any wood around your house that's starting to look old and worn down, it might be time to have it stained. Generally speaking, you need to have your wooden deck, fence, or exterior siding stained every 3-5 years to keep it in good shape. Because stain helps prevent rot, regular staining is a key part of maintaining your deck, fence siding, or anything else you want to stain. If you notice the color starting to fade from your deck or fence, that's a sure sign that it's time to call a professional to come out and get it fixed up.
What Stain Is Best?
Paint the DMV provides top-quality water-based stains for you to choose from, including different color stains or transparency. There are different levels of transparencies that affect how much of the wood grain shows through. You can decide between clear, transparent, semi-transparent, semi-solid, and solid stains. Clear or transparent stains will let the natural grain of the boards show, whereas more solid stains will have more color show through. Some stains are designed to last longer and stand up to more foot traffic, which is something to think about if you have a large family or frequently host cookouts and parties. If you're having trouble figuring out which type of stain is best, you can always consult with one of our experts.
Let the Professionals at Paint the DMV Help Your Home and Deck Look Their Best!
Staining wood can completely change the way your home looks, so it's a great investment if you're looking to improve your home. Even better, staining can help in weatherproofing wood and protect against rot, so you can extend the life of your deck or fence while making it look great. If you have something that needs a fresh stain application, give us a call and we'll take care of everything.
Call us for a free estimate at 703-477-3827.
Paint The DMV LLC has over 20 years experience staining the exterior of homes, decks, and fences in Northern Virginia. We pride ourselves on delivering quality work and would love to get together with you on your next exterior painting project. Contact us here, or call us at 703-477-3827, to schedule a time for your free estimate.