How to Apply the Finish to Your Cedar Fence

You can apply a finish to your cedar fence in a variety of ways like rolling, spraying, brushing or dipping. When painting cedar, first apply a good water repellent and allow plenty of time for it to dry. Then apply a primer coat before your final coat of actual paint. You can use a natural finish like a water repellent but keep in mind that it will need to be reapplied in a year or two depending on the wood and the exposure to the weather.

Keeping your finish maintained is simple if you regularly clean the dirt and any mildew off the wood. Make sure to use an actual mildew remover on mildew to especially if you have any intentions of refinishing at a later time. Stains can be caused by excess moisture or using the wrong fasteners and they rust. Avoid this by using only stainless steel fasteners. Fences have full exposure to the sun and the rain, so to get the most value out of your fence, make sure you take care with the finish and use the right materials and techniques.