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Bridger Stain Co.Bozeman, Montana
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Fence staining

Fence staining by the length, both faces

We wash, spot-repair and stain both faces and the top rail. A fence is a lot of linear feet, so the estimate states the length, the height and how many faces.

Cedar privacy fences take stain evenly if the old finish is washed first. Picket and post-and-rail fences take longer per foot, and we say so in the estimate.

  • Both faces and the top rail

  • Gates and posts priced as their own lines

  • Plants and beds covered, then washed on the way out

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Weathered wooden post-and-rail fence beside an orchard

Fence types

Privacy, picket and post-and-rail

  • Cedar privacy

    Long, flat runs. Priced by the foot and the height, both faces.

  • Picket

    More edges per foot, so more brushwork. We spray where the neighbors' yard allows and back-brush.

  • Post and rail

    Rough rails and posts soak up stain. We write the coats on the estimate.

How a fence job runs

One to three days, by the length

  1. Step 1: Walk the line

    We measure the length and height, check the posts and note what's loose.

  2. Step 2: Wash and dry

    Both faces are washed and left to dry before any stain.

  3. Step 3: Repair

    Loose pickets and popped nails are fixed. Rotten pieces are priced before we replace them.

  4. Step 4: Stain

    We stain both faces and the top rail, then walk the line with you.

Fence questions

What is on a written estimate?

The surfaces and their size, the repairs, the prep, the number of coats, the product and finish type, the color, the cleanup, the schedule, the payment schedule and the warranty terms. If a line is missing, ask for it.

What if it rains?

We don't stain wet wood or ahead of rain. A rain delay moves the dates; it doesn't add a charge. We text you the new plan the same day.

Will you protect my plants, siding and stone?

Yes. We cover plants, stone, glass and siding next to the work, and we wash the area when we leave. Please move planters, grills and furniture off a deck beforehand, or tell us and we will.

Do I need HOA approval?

Many Gallatin Valley subdivisions set stain colors in their covenants. Ask your board before you choose. We give you a color sheet with the product and finish to hand in.