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Fence Stain & Seal
Penetrating oil stain that colours and seals in one application. Wood Defender and Ready Seal, sprayed and back-brushed for even coverage, deep penetration, and a finish that fades rather than peels.
San Antonio Wood Restoration
The Stainer Co.
Wood revived.
Expert fence and deck restoration designed for the Texas climate. We don't just stain — we inspect, prepare, protect, and restore your wood for long-term performance.
Our Services
- Fence Stain & Seal
- Deck Restoration
- Arbor & Pergola Care
- Wood Power Washing
Who We Serve
HomeownersBuildersRealtors
Customized maintenance packages for every scale.
Get an Instant Estimate
150 linear ft
20 linear ft1200 linear ft
Estimated InvestmentLive
$450
Ballpark only. Final price confirmed after a free on-site visit.
Joined by 450+ San Antonio homeowners this year.
Trusted product partners
Wood DefenderReady SealBehrSherwin-WilliamsCabot
What we do
One craft, done exceptionally well.
Every truck, crew, and product is built around one thing: making wood look beautiful for a long time.
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Before / After02
Wood Restoration
Cleaning, brightening, and neutralizing weathered wood back to like-new grain before staining.
Outdoor living03
Deck & Pergola
Full deck, pergola, and outdoor structure staining with slip-resistant, foot-safe finishes.
custom quote
Prep step04
Pressure Washing
Low-pressure, wood-safe cleaning that lifts mildew and dirt without shredding the grain.
Solutions for every client
Services built for homeowners, builders, and brokers.
Whether you're protecting your own home, finishing a new build, or prepping a listing, we have a tailored service path that fits your timeline.
01 / For YouHomeowners
Protect the fence you already paid for.
Residential fence, deck, and outdoor wood staining with zero hassle. We handle prep, plants, and cleanup so you don't lift a finger.
- Free on-site quotes
- Flexible scheduling
- Financing available
- Plant & property protection
02 / For YouBuilders & Contractors
Make new wood last from day one.
Pre-stain and seal packages for new construction fences, decks, and exterior wood. Volume pricing, punch-list coordination, and reliable crews.
- Volume & builder pricing
- New construction pre-stain
- Punch-list coordination
- Certificate of insurance
03 / For YouBrokers & Realtors
Curb appeal that closes deals.
Quick-turn wood refresh before listing photos and open houses. We help fences and decks look move-in ready without delaying your timeline.
- Fast turnaround for listings
- Photo-ready finishes
- Move-out / move-in refreshes
- Agent referral program
Instant estimate
Build your project. See a ballpark.
Add every surface you'd like refinished — fence, deck, pergola, wood garage door — enter your measurements, and upload a few photos.
Estimated total
Live
$450
Fence · 150 linear ft$450
Ballpark only. Final price confirmed after a free on-site inspection.
How pricing works
- 1. Instant ballpark based on your measurements and services.
- 2. Free site visit to check wood condition and exact area.
- 3. Firm written quote — no surprises, no hidden fees.
3-Year Stain Guarantee
If the finish peels, flakes, or fades prematurely under normal conditions within three years, we come back and re-stain the affected areas at no charge — even if you sold your house. No arguments, no fine print.
Project 01
Fence
linear ft
Measure along the entire fence line.
20 linear ft1200 linear ft
Clean surface, light graying. Standard prep.
Standard softwood.
✦Our recommendation
Cleaning / power wash + Stain & Seal
Based on good condition · pine / spruce / fir. light cleaning for a clean bond · stain and seal in one application.
Subtotal
$450Condition × wood adjustment: 1.00×
Minimum charge: $350
Photos of the project
Optional — helps us price wood condition and access accurately.
Stain vs Paint
Should you stain or paint your fence?
Here's the honest breakdown we give every homeowner — pulled from manufacturer data and what we actually see on Texas fences. For 9 out of 10 wood fences, stain wins.
Winner · 9 of 10
Stain
Penetrates the wood
Bonds inside grain Breathes
Not for wood fences
Paint
Coats the surface
Peels & cracks Traps moisture
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★ StainHow it bonds to wood
Stain
Penetrates the grain
Soaks in — becomes part of the board.
Paint
Sits on the surface
Plastic-like film sealed on top.
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★ StainPeeling & flaking
Stain
Never peels
Fades gradually and evenly.
Paint
Peels & blisters
Cracks as moisture pushes it off.
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★ StainMoisture behavior
Stain
Breathes
Lets trapped moisture escape.
Paint
Traps moisture
Accelerates rot and warping.
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★ StainLifespan (TX sun)
Stain
3–5 years
Solid/semi-solid before a refresh.
Paint
1–3 years
Before visible peeling & touch-ups.
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★ StainPrep for next coat
Stain
Clean & re-coat
No scraping or sanding required.
Paint
Scrape, sand, prime
Then repaint. Labor-heavy.
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TieLook & natural grain
Stain
Shows the grain
Natural wood, knots visible.
Paint
Hides grain
Uniform painted look.
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PaintColor range
Stain
20+ wood tones
Clear to solid.
Paint
Unlimited colors
Bold whites, blacks, anything.
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★ StainLong-term cost
Stain
Lower
Quick maintenance recoats.
Paint
Higher
Full strip-and-repaint cycles.
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TieBest on
Stain
Cedar, pine, redwood
Most residential fences.
Paint
Primed or metal
Already-painted surfaces.
✓Choose stain when
- → You have cedar, pine, or redwood.
- → You want the natural wood grain to show.
- → You want to avoid scraping forever.
- → You care about long-term cost.
◐Choose paint when
- → Your fence is already painted.
- → You want a bold non-wood color.
- → The surface is metal or primed.
- → You're okay with a repaint cycle.
Our recommendation
We don't paint fences. We stain them right.
For 9 of 10 residential wood fences in South Texas, penetrating oil-based stain beats paint on cost, longevity, and looks — and it never peels. Backed by our 3-Year Stain Guarantee.
Get my stain estimate →Sources: Wood Defender, Ready Seal, Sherwin-Williams and TWP manufacturer guidance, plus 15+ years of Texas fence work.
Our process
Protect & enhance your fence
across San Antonio and Bexar County.
Your fence is an essential part of your property — privacy, security, curb appeal. Over time, sun, rain, and mildew cause fading, cracking, and deterioration. We recommend staining every 3–5 years to keep it beautiful and extend its life. Our professional crew, premium products, and experienced wood stainers deliver a finish built to last.
3–5 yrs
Recommended re-stain cycle
24 hrs
Dry time between wash & stain
2 coats
Spray + back-brush finish
01
Power washing
Cleaning the fence
We carefully power wash your fence to remove dirt, mildew, and old stain pigments — properly preparing the wood for maximum stain absorption.
- Low-pressure wash
- Wood brightener
- Plants protected
24-hour dry time
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Professional spray application
Staining the fence
High-quality stain is applied with a professional-grade sprayer for full saturation, deep penetration, and lasting color. Any contracted repairs are completed before we spray.
- Wood Defender
- Ready Seal
- Spray + back-brush
Two-coat coverage
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UV, moisture & mildew shield
Sealing & walk-through
A protective seal blocks UV, moisture, and weathering so the color you picked keeps looking the way it did on day one. You approve every panel before we wrap.
- UV protection
- Moisture barrier
- Client sign-off
Site left spotless
Cleaning is included at no charge when paired with Stain & Seal.
3-Year Stain Guarantee
If the finish peels, flakes, or fades prematurely under normal conditions within three years, we come back and re-stain the affected areas at no charge — even if you sold your house. No arguments, no fine print.
The Stainer Co. Promise
We don't just stain fences.
We restore your wood.
Anyone can spray color on a fence. Our promise is a professional process — Inspect. Prepare. Protect. Restore. — designed for long-term performance, honest results, and a finish that still looks right three summers from now.
01
Inspect
Every board, post, and panel is walked and documented before we quote. We flag rot, loose pickets, popped nails, and moisture issues so nothing gets stained over.
- Board-by-board walk
- Photo report
- Repair flags
02
Prepare
Low-pressure wash, wood brightener, and a full 24-hour dry time. Plants covered, hardware masked, surrounding areas protected — because prep is what makes stain last.
- Low-pressure wash
- Wood brightener
- 24-hr dry time
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Protect
Premium penetrating stain from Wood Defender & Ready Seal, sprayed and back-brushed for full saturation. UV, moisture, and mildew defense built into every coat.
- Wood Defender
- Ready Seal
- Spray + back-brush
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Restore
We bring tired, sun-bleached wood back to life — and back it with a 3-Year Stain Guarantee that transfers even if you sell the house.
- 3-Year Guarantee
- Client sign-off
- Transferable
"We don't just stain fences. We inspect, prepare, protect, and restore your wood using a professional process designed for long-term performance."
Recent work
Before, after, and after that.
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Frisco • Cedar Privacy Fence
Deep clean — step 1
Allen • Power Wash Prep
Oxidation removal
McKinney • Deck Wash
Step 1 — Deep clean
McKinney • Fence Cleaning
Mahogany Ready Seal
San Antonio • Spray Application
Wood Defender
Prosper • Airless Spray
What San Antonio says
200+ five-star reviews. And counting.
★★★★★Homeowner"The finish looks better than the day the fence was installed. Crew was on time, cleaned up perfectly, and the color match was exactly what we picked."
★★★★★Homeowner"Third house we've hired The Stainer Co. for. They spray, back-brush, and actually care. Worth every penny."
★★★★★Homeowner"Quoted, scheduled, and finished in one week. Fence went from gray and cracked to looking brand new."
Payment options
Flexible ways to pay
Every project is different. Choose the payment path that fits your budget — from instant buy-now-pay-later plans to in-house financing for qualified homeowners on larger projects.
For projects $1,500 and up
In-house financing
Direct payment plans for qualifying homeowners. No third-party apps required. Restrictions apply — ask us during your free on-site quote.
- Simple application with quick decision
- Competitive terms for qualifying projects
- Work scheduled after down payment
Buy now, pay later
Afterpay
4 interest-free payments every 2 weeks.
Available at checkout
Monthly plans
Affirm
3, 6, or 12 month plans with transparent rates.
Available at checkout
Pay in 4 or monthly
Klarna
Pay in 4 interest-free or slice into monthly financing.
Available at checkout
Financing is subject to approval. Third-party terms are set by the provider. *0% APR available on select Affirm and Klarna plans for qualifying buyers.
Free estimate
Ready to bring your fence back to life?
Send your details and any estimate you built. We'll schedule a free on-site visit, confirm the exact scope, and email you a firm, written quote — usually within one business day.