Decks, fences, railings
Deck Staining in Bellingham
Bare deck boards drink water and grey out fast. We clean, brighten, and sand the wood, then put down a stain built for the Pacific Northwest so the grain shows and the boards stop soaking up rain.
What's included
- ✓ Wash, brighten, and neutralize the wood
- ✓ Sanding, plus screw and board checks where needed
- ✓ Semi transparent, semi solid, or solid stain
- ✓ Railings, stairs, skirting, and adjacent fencing
- ✓ Plants and siding protected while we work
- ✓ Maintenance recommendations so you never have to strip it again
Good to know
Typical timeline
2 to 4 days
Best season
Late spring through early fall, dry boards only
Drying time
Back on the deck in 24 to 48 hours
Products
Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams
Every job is priced after a walkthrough, so you get a written number for your house rather than an average.
Questions we get
Stain or paint my deck?
Stain almost always. It lets the wood breathe and it fails gracefully. Paint on a horizontal deck tends to peel in sheets.
How often does it need redoing?
Plan on 2 to 3 years for a fully exposed deck, longer for covered areas. A maintenance coat is much cheaper than a full strip.
Can you fix a few bad boards?
Yes. We swap out rotten boards and popped fasteners before staining, so the finish isn't hiding a problem.
Free estimate
Tell us about the project
Fill this out and we'll set up a walkthrough that works around your week.
Rather talk? Call or text (360) 325-5994.