New Fence Pre-Staining

Most homeowners don't realize that a brand new wood fence is actually at its most vulnerable — and its most receptive to staining — in the days immediately after installation. Raw, freshly-milled lumber has open pores and minimal surface contamination, which means stain penetrates deeper and bonds more effectively than it ever will again.

Once a fence is exposed to San Diego's coastal sun, salt air, and occasional rain, the wood begins to gray and weather. Tannins leach out, the surface becomes contaminated with dust and mildew, and the wood's ability to absorb stain diminishes significantly. Staining at this point requires more preparation, more product, and still doesn't achieve the same depth of penetration as pre-staining.

Tom Sawyer Fence Painting works directly with fence installation companies across San Diego County to pre-stain new fences right after they're built — while the wood is clean, dry, and ready to absorb. We use Stain & Seal Experts EXPERT® oil stain — a deep-penetrating, oil-based formula that locks out moisture, protects against UV damage, and conditions the wood to prevent warping and cracking. We are a Stain & Seal Experts approved vendor.

The result is a fence that looks richer, stays protected longer, and requires less maintenance over its lifetime. Pre-staining is the single best investment you can make in a new wood fence — and it costs a fraction of what fence restoration or replacement will cost if you wait.

Most homeowners don't realize that a brand new wood fence is actually at its most vulnerable — and its most receptive to staining — in the days immediately after installation. Raw, freshly-milled lumber has open pores and minimal surface contamination, which means stain penetrates deeper and bonds more effectively than it ever will again.

Once a fence is exposed to San Diego's coastal sun, salt air, and occasional rain, the wood begins to gray and weather. Tannins leach out, the surface becomes contaminated with dust and mildew, and the wood's ability to absorb stain diminishes significantly. Staining at this point requires more preparation, more product, and still doesn't achieve the same depth of penetration as pre-staining.

Tom Sawyer Fence Painting works directly with fence installation companies across San Diego County to pre-stain new fences right after they're built — while the wood is clean, dry, and ready to absorb. We use Stain & Seal Experts EXPERT® oil stain — a deep-penetrating, oil-based formula that locks out moisture, protects against UV damage, and conditions the wood to prevent warping and cracking. We are a Stain & Seal Experts approved vendor.

The result is a fence that looks richer, stays protected longer, and requires less maintenance over its lifetime. Pre-staining is the single best investment you can make in a new wood fence — and it costs a fraction of what fence restoration or replacement will cost if you wait.

Most homeowners don't realize that a brand new wood fence is actually at its most vulnerable — and its most receptive to staining — in the days immediately after installation. Raw, freshly-milled lumber has open pores and minimal surface contamination, which means stain penetrates deeper and bonds more effectively than it ever will again.

Once a fence is exposed to San Diego's coastal sun, salt air, and occasional rain, the wood begins to gray and weather. Tannins leach out, the surface becomes contaminated with dust and mildew, and the wood's ability to absorb stain diminishes significantly. Staining at this point requires more preparation, more product, and still doesn't achieve the same depth of penetration as pre-staining.

Tom Sawyer Fence Painting works directly with fence installation companies across San Diego County to pre-stain new fences right after they're built — while the wood is clean, dry, and ready to absorb. We use Stain & Seal Experts EXPERT® oil stain — a deep-penetrating, oil-based formula that locks out moisture, protects against UV damage, and conditions the wood to prevent warping and cracking. We are a Stain & Seal Experts approved vendor.

The result is a fence that looks richer, stays protected longer, and requires less maintenance over its lifetime. Pre-staining is the single best investment you can make in a new wood fence — and it costs a fraction of what fence restoration or replacement will cost if you wait.

Most homeowners don't realize that a brand new wood fence is actually at its most vulnerable — and its most receptive to staining — in the days immediately after installation. Raw, freshly-milled lumber has open pores and minimal surface contamination, which means stain penetrates deeper and bonds more effectively than it ever will again.

Once a fence is exposed to San Diego's coastal sun, salt air, and occasional rain, the wood begins to gray and weather. Tannins leach out, the surface becomes contaminated with dust and mildew, and the wood's ability to absorb stain diminishes significantly. Staining at this point requires more preparation, more product, and still doesn't achieve the same depth of penetration as pre-staining.

Tom Sawyer Fence Painting works directly with fence installation companies across San Diego County to pre-stain new fences right after they're built — while the wood is clean, dry, and ready to absorb. We use Stain & Seal Experts EXPERT® oil stain — a deep-penetrating, oil-based formula that locks out moisture, protects against UV damage, and conditions the wood to prevent warping and cracking. We are a Stain & Seal Experts approved vendor.

The result is a fence that looks richer, stays protected longer, and requires less maintenance over its lifetime. Pre-staining is the single best investment you can make in a new wood fence — and it costs a fraction of what fence restoration or replacement will cost if you wait.

Most homeowners don't realize that a brand new wood fence is actually at its most vulnerable — and its most receptive to staining — in the days immediately after installation. Raw, freshly-milled lumber has open pores and minimal surface contamination, which means stain penetrates deeper and bonds more effectively than it ever will again.

Once a fence is exposed to San Diego's coastal sun, salt air, and occasional rain, the wood begins to gray and weather. Tannins leach out, the surface becomes contaminated with dust and mildew, and the wood's ability to absorb stain diminishes significantly. Staining at this point requires more preparation, more product, and still doesn't achieve the same depth of penetration as pre-staining.

Tom Sawyer Fence Painting works directly with fence installation companies across San Diego County to pre-stain new fences right after they're built — while the wood is clean, dry, and ready to absorb. We use Stain & Seal Experts EXPERT® oil stain — a deep-penetrating, oil-based formula that locks out moisture, protects against UV damage, and conditions the wood to prevent warping and cracking. We are a Stain & Seal Experts approved vendor.

The result is a fence that looks richer, stays protected longer, and requires less maintenance over its lifetime. Pre-staining is the single best investment you can make in a new wood fence — and it costs a fraction of what fence restoration or replacement will cost if you wait.