Fencing & Decking

You are not required to refinish your fence. It’s up to you to decide whether you want a rustic, weathered, silvery fence, or an up-to-date, warm, refinished fence.

Many experts, however, caution against leaving a wood fence unfinished, as it will deteriorate more quickly. If you prefer the weathered look, it’s best to use a semi-transparent, gray-toned stain to protect the wood.

As the world goes “green,” many people are turning to natural oils for refinishing fences. Linseed oil is a wonderful choice for this purpose. It is totally natural, which makes it environmentally friendly. Additionally, linseed oil takes to wood more easily than other stains. Most semi-transparent stains use linseed oil as a base. Overall, cedar is a great wood to refinish, mainly because it takes in sealants better than other woods.