Best-of GuidesBest Fence Stain: A Pro's Top Picks for New and Old Wood
Ready Seal tops the list, Wood Defender close behind. A pro's honest ranking of fence stains — what works on cedar, old wood, and what to skip.
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Best-of GuidesTop 5 Best Polyurethanes for Butcher Block: Buyer's Guide 2023
We finished our own butcher block countertops. Here are 5 polyurethanes worth buying — food-safe picks, durability, and dry times compared.
Best-of GuidesBest Roller For Staining a Fence
Staining a fence with a roller is faster than a brush and cleaner than a sprayer — if you pick the right one. Here are the covers I actually use.
Best-of GuidesBest Pump Sprayer for Staining a Fence
Most pump sprayers melt when you run oil-based stain through them. Here are the ones that actually hold up, plus tips from years of pro use.
Best-of GuidesBest Stain for an Old Wood Fence
Old fences need stain that hides weathering and handles open wood grain. Here are the picks I use to make tired fences look new again.
Best-of GuidesBest Oil-Based Fence Stain: 5 Pro Picks
I've tested every major oil-based fence stain on real jobsites. Here are 5 I'd actually buy — what each does best and where it falls short.
Best-of GuidesBest Brush for Staining a Fence
I've used every brush in my fence-staining business. Here are the ones worth buying — which size to grab, and which bristles hold stain best.