Wood finishes
Wood staining in Orlando.
Stain for fences, railings, pergolas, doors and interior wood, applied to clean, dry, sanded wood so the color goes in evenly and holds up to the Florida sun.
Wood Staining
Stain that suits the wood
Stain works into the wood rather than sitting on top of it, so the preparation decides the result. Each surface is cleaned of dirt, mildew and old flaking finish, then sanded where the grain has raised or grayed. The wood is left to dry before any stain goes on. Wet wood takes stain unevenly and releases it early, which is a common problem after a run of Central Florida afternoon storms.
Semi-transparent stain lets the grain and natural character show through, and suits cedar, cypress and newer lumber. Solid stain covers more like paint while keeping some texture, and suits older or mismatched boards. Strong UV fades any stain over time, more quickly on south and west exposures. Reapplication is a normal part of caring for exterior wood here, and a cleaned, recoated surface keeps its color far longer than one left to weather.
What is included
- Fences, gates and privacy screens
- Deck railings, balusters and steps
- Pergolas, arbors and covered patio beams
- Exterior and interior wood doors
- Interior wood features such as beams and paneling
- Cleaning, sanding and scheduled reapplication
The work
Wood Staining photos.
How it works
The same six steps on every job.
- 01
Estimate
- 02
Color and finish
- 03
Protect
- 04
Prepare
- 05
Apply
- 06
Walkthrough
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Questions
Wood Staining FAQs.
Should I choose semi-transparent or solid stain?
Semi-transparent stain shows the grain and suits wood in good condition. Solid stain gives more uniform color and hides wear, patches and mismatched boards.
Why does the wood need to dry before staining?
Stain needs to soak into open wood fibers. Moisture from rain or cleaning blocks that, which leads to blotchy color and early peeling, so the wood is checked before work begins.
How often does exterior stain need to be redone?
It depends on sun exposure, the type of stain and how the wood is used. Fading and graying are the signs to watch, and recoating at that stage is simpler than restoring weathered wood.
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- HoursOpen 24 hours, 7 days a week
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