Outdoor wood is the first thing on a property to show its age. Decks take foot traffic, furniture and sun, and fences face wind and rain on one side only. A grey, rough or flaking surface usually means the old coating has already failed, and a quick coat over it will not last.

We stain, seal and paint decks, railings, stairs, fences and gates around Penticton. The quote tells you what condition we found, how we will prepare it and which product type suits the wood.

What we do to outdoor wood

Cleaning off mildew, dirt and old coating residue with a wash or stripper
Sanding raised grain, splinters and rough boards, especially on handrails
Setting or replacing popped nails and screws that would catch on bare feet
Applying stain, sealer or paint in the type and tone you choose
Coating the end grain and the underside of rails where moisture gets in
Finishing steps, balusters and gate frames, which are often missed

Decks and fences by the water

A Penticton deck is often the main living room from spring to fall, and many sit close to the lakes where the air carries moisture and the light is strong. Wood that stays damp or gets full afternoon sun needs a finish that can flex with it. We discuss whether a transparent stain, a solid-colour stain or paint fits how the deck is used.

Fences matter too. Neighbour-facing fences affect two households, so we talk with you about colour and which side gets coated. Where a boundary is shared, a quick conversation with your neighbour helps.

Timing matters for outdoor wood. Stain and paint need dry boards and mild temperatures, and a deck that was rained on the day before is not ready. We check the wood and the forecast together, and we would rather reschedule than coat damp boards. Book early if you want the deck ready for a particular gathering.

A deck or fence from start to finish

Assess the wood. We check for rot, loose boards, old coating and moisture, then explain what can be saved and what needs replacing.
Clean and sand. Dirt and failed finish come off and the wood is left dry and smooth enough for the new coat to soak in or grip.
Repair. Fasteners are reset, minor splits are filled and any boards we flagged are dealt with.
Coat and cure. We apply the finish in dry weather and tell you how long to wait before furniture or foot traffic returns.

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

Fence and Deck Painting in Penticton: questions

Should I stain or paint my deck?

Stain lets the grain show and is easier to refresh. Paint covers worn boards in a solid colour but needs more upkeep where people walk. We explain the trade-off during the visit.

How soon can I use the deck after coating?

Foot traffic usually comes back sooner than furniture. We give a specific time after we see the product and weather.

Can you fix a few bad boards before painting?

We can flag them and, if carpentry is part of the quote, replace them. Otherwise we tell you what to arrange before we start.

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Tell us how big your deck or fence is and we will send a free written quote for your Penticton yard.

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

More about fence and deck painting and Penticton

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

Further reading: Penticton 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.