Deck & Fence Staining in Snohomish & King County
Gray, weathered wood isn’t just an eyesore. It’s wood that’s soaking up rain. Miracle Painting Company cleans and stains fences, decks and gates across Snohomish and King County with Sherwin-Williams stains, so your wood looks rich again and lasts longer. Licensed, bonded and insured, with a price-match guarantee.
Fence and Deck Staining: Before and After
Real fences and decks we’ve stained this year.
Why Stain Matters in the Pacific Northwest
Bare or worn-out wood drinks in rain all winter, then dries and cracks in the summer sun. That cycle is what turns cedar gray, lifts boards and leads to rot. A good stain soaks into the wood, keeps water out and blocks UV, so a fence or deck lasts years longer than one left bare. It’s a lot less expensive than replacing boards, or the whole fence.
Signs it’s time: water soaks in instead of beading up, the wood looks gray or silvery, the surface feels rough or splintery, or the old stain has worn off in high-traffic spots.
How We Stain Fences and Decks
- Look and quote. We check the wood, point out any loose or damaged boards, and help you pick a stain color and opacity. Start with the instant estimate.
- Clean. Dirt, mildew and gray, weathered fibers are washed off so the stain soaks into fresh wood.
- Repair. Loose boards and nails get fixed. If sections need replacing, we can do that too.
- Dry. The wood has to dry out before staining. In our climate that means watching the forecast.
- Protect and stain. Plants, siding and concrete get covered, then the stain goes on evenly, including the ends and edges where water gets in first.
- Walkthrough. You hear from us every day of the job, and we walk the finished work with you.
The Stains We Use
We use Sherwin-Williams exterior stains, including SuperDeck and Woodscapes. They come in transparent, semi-transparent and solid finishes, so you can show off the wood grain or get a more uniform color that hides wear. We’ll help you choose based on your wood, how much sun it gets and the look you want.
What We Stain and Fix
- Wood fences: side yards, backyards and full property lines.
- Gates: including arched and custom gates.
- Decks: deck boards and skirting.
- Deck railings and stairs: the spots that wear first.
- Fence repair and installation: fix or replace sections, then stain to match.
- Pressure washing: on its own or as prep for stain or paint.
What Affects the Cost
- Length and height of the fence, or square footage of the deck
- Both sides of the fence or just one
- How weathered the wood is and how much cleaning and repair it needs
- Stain type and opacity
- Railings, stairs, gates and other detail work
Get a ballpark in about a minute with our instant estimate. Have a written quote from someone else for the same work? We’ll match it.
Deck and Fence Staining Questions
What’s the best time of year to stain a fence or deck here?
Late spring through early fall, when the wood is dry and we get a few dry days in a row. Wood that’s wet from rain won’t take stain well, so we schedule around the forecast.
Should I stain or paint my fence?
Stain soaks into the wood and wears gradually, so it’s easier to refresh later. Paint sits on top and can peel on fences that stay damp. For most wood fences and decks in the Northwest, we recommend stain.
How often does a fence or deck need to be re-stained?
Every few years, depending on how much sun and rain it gets and the type of stain. Decks wear faster than fences because of foot traffic. The simple test: if water stops beading up, it’s time.
Can you fix broken boards before staining?
Yes. We repair loose and damaged boards and can replace fence sections, then stain everything so it matches.
How much does fence or deck staining cost?
It depends mainly on the size, the condition of the wood and the stain you choose. Our instant online estimate gives you a ballpark in about a minute, and a free look in person gives you the exact price. We match written competitor quotes for the same work.
Bring Your Fence or Deck Back to Life
We stain fences and decks across Mill Creek, Mukilteo, Brier, Bothell, Everett and the rest of Snohomish and King County. Know a neighbor whose fence has gone gray? Send them our way.
Painting the house too? See exterior house painting or interior painting.