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Deck & Fence Staining · Richmond & West End

Bring the wood back before it's gone.

When it comes to your home, why risk it?

Grayed, weathered decks and fences cleaned, restored, and sealed — protecting the wood from the moisture and sun that are slowly destroying it.

Weathered wood isn't just ugly. It's failing.

That silver-gray color on an old deck or fence is the wood breaking down — UV damage on the surface, moisture working its way in. Left alone, it leads to splintering, warping, and eventually rot. Staining isn't just about looks; it's about stopping the clock before the boards are beyond saving.

We clean the wood to open the grain, let it dry properly, then apply a stain-and-seal that soaks in and protects. Skip the cleaning or rush the drying and the stain sits on top instead of bonding — which is why so many DIY and bargain stain jobs peel by the next season.

Severely weathered black fence boards showing UV damage and moisture deterioration
This is what years without sealing looks like

Go With a Pro.

What's included

What this service covers.

Decks & Boards

Cleaned, brightened, and sealed top and sides where weather hits hardest.

Privacy & Picket Fences

Full-run staining that evens out sun-faded and shaded sections.

Clean & Prep

Surface cleaning to strip gray and grime so the stain can penetrate.

Proper Dry Time

We let wood dry before sealing — stain over damp wood never holds.

Stain & Seal

Penetrating finish that protects against UV and moisture, not just color.

Railings & Steps

The high-touch, high-wear areas finished to match the rest.

Why it's done right here

The part most companies skip.

The number-one reason a stain job fails is moisture trapped in the wood. If it's stained too soon after cleaning or rain, the sealant can't bond and it flakes off in sheets within a year.

We clean thoroughly, wait for the wood to actually dry, then seal. It's less glamorous than the color choice, but it's the entire reason your deck still looks good — and stays sound — a year from now.

New cedar privacy fence ready for staining and sealing by ProCoats Painting Plus
Fresh cedar - sealed before the weather gets it
Stops rot

Sealing keeps moisture out of the wood before it does structural damage.

Even tone

Cleaning first means no blotchy, half-faded finish.

Timed right

We work with the weather — no sealing damp or rain-soaked wood.

Ready for a quote?

When it comes to your home, why risk it?

Tell us what you need painted. We'll get back to you within 24 hours with next steps — usually same day.

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Or call/text (804) 314-6403 · Solutions@GoProcoats.com