A deck is the part of the house that gets the least forgiveness. It takes sun on the boards, water at the joints and feet on every inch, and when the finish gives up the grey, splintery wood underneath goes quickly. Fences go the same way, only with less foot traffic and more wind.

We stain and paint decks, railings, stairs and fences in Naramata. Our approach is simple: get the old coating off where it is failing, let the wood dry properly, and put on a finish that suits how the surface is used.

Outdoor wood we finish

Deck boards, stair treads and risers
Railings, balusters and posts
Privacy fences and picket fences
Pergolas, gates and garden structures
Pressure washing and brightening of greyed wood
Replacing finish on previously stained or painted surfaces
End-grain sealing on cut board ends and post tops

Sun on the lake side

In Naramata, on the lake’s east side north of Penticton, decks and fences often face open sky and water views. Direct sun and weather wear a finish from the top down, so horizontal boards usually fail well before vertical rails do. We note which parts are worst and price a plan that fits.

If you are still choosing between a solid colour and a stain, a stain lets the grain show and is easier to refresh, while paint hides old repairs and gives stronger colour. We can discuss what suits your boards during the quote visit, and our fence and deck painting page covers the main options.

Horizontal surfaces are the hardest on a finish because water sits on them. We pay attention to board ends, stair nosings and the tops of posts, since open end grain drinks moisture and starts failures from the inside. Sealing those spots properly adds years to the coat and costs very little extra time.

How we take a deck from tired to sealed

Inspect. We check for soft boards, loose fasteners and rot, and tell you what needs repair before any coating goes on.
Clean and strip. Washing removes dirt and mildew, and sanding or stripping takes off the flaking old finish.
Let it dry. Wood must be dry before it takes a stain or paint, so we schedule the coating for a dry stretch.
Coat and check. The finish is applied to every face and edge we can reach, then we walk it with you and clean up.

The full process, prep and pricing factors are on our main fence and deck painting page.

Fence and Deck Painting in Naramata: questions

How long should the deck stay clear after finishing?

Light foot traffic is usually fine after the product’s stated dry time, and furniture should wait longer. We will give you the product’s timing in writing.

Should I stain or paint the fence?

Either works. Stain is simpler to renew later, and paint offers stronger colour and covers weathered patches.

Can you fix a few bad boards first?

We can point them out and recommend a carpenter if the repair is beyond minor patching. Small repairs we can do ourselves and include in the quote.

Other painting services in Naramata

Fence and Deck Painting in nearby towns

If your Naramata deck or fence is looking worn, request a free written quote and we will set out the prep, the finish and the timing.

Request your free written quote or call (778) 760-0346.

More about fence and deck painting and Naramata

Have a question first? Read the FAQ, learn about Alto Pro Painters or contact us.

Further reading: Naramata on Wikipedia and Decks on Wikipedia.

Watch: fence and deck painting in action

How to re-stain a deck, by This Old House on YouTube.