Adding a wood fence around your home is an excellent way to improve its privacy, curb appeal, and resale value. However, if you want the new structure to retain its appearance and last for decades to come, you need to regularly paint or stain it. This will create a protective barrier and prevent moisture, insects, and other elements from causing premature wear and tear. 

Staining

Although stain is typically less expensive by the gallon, you’ll likely require more of the substance than paint to fully cover your wood fence — making it more costly upfront. However, stain does absorb into the wood better than paint and does not require as much upkeep. It also fades away as it gets older instead of chipping, which can make the preparation process for a new stain go a bit quicker. Even so, if you don’t apply it at the right time — when it’s warmer than 50 degrees and hasn’t rained in at least two days — it might not dry correctly. 

Painting

When you want to change up the look of your wood fence, add some coats of paint. However, before you decide to add your favorite shade of blue or yellow, check with any town ordinances or Homeowners Association rules; otherwise, you might have to repaint it very quickly. Also, while paint may be more versatile, it does require regular maintenance to uphold its color, can take more time to apply, and will usually require a primer. 

When you want to improve your property’s appearance and make it more secure, contact the contractors at Herb Geddes Fence Company in Nicholasville, KY, about installing a wood fence around your home. These fence contractors use high-quality materials from the leading manufacturers. Call them today at (859) 885-2215 for a free estimate. You can also learn more about their other privacy fence options on their website.