When to stain a pressure treated wood fence?

Question

I had a privacy fence built in May and now am looking at staining it. I planned to do it soon, but just spoke w/ someone that said the fence should wait an entire season before being stained b/c of the repellent nature of the chemicals in the wood. I certainly don't want to stain too soon if the stain won't stick.

Any one have experience or advice on this?

Thank you

Answer 1

We waited an entire year after purchase of our deck and fencing and then "treated" it again in late summer early fall. It worked for us.

Answer 2

I have done it both ways. One was to wait at least 6 months before treating the fence. And also staining the wood shortly after it was installed.

I really didn't notice any difference, either way. The wood absorbed the stain and looked good both ways. So if you want, then go ahead and try it. You may want to start at a hidden spot and try it first just to be sure, but I doubt if you'll have any problems. good luck.

Answer 3

"Many manufacturers carry full lines of both oil and latex products that can be used on pressure-treated wood. According to the folks at Cuprinol (see below) you should wait at least one to two months before staining."

So yes, you're good to go, it should adhere just fine. Good luck!

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