How to Stain Exterior Wood Siding
- 1). Power wash all the exterior siding you plan to stain to ensure the wood is clean and ready to seal. If any dirt or debris were to get under the stain, the paint could chip or bubble up, allowing water to get underneath.
- 2). Pour the wood stain into the paint bucket. Never dip a brush directly into the paint can itself.
- 3). Paint the siding of the house with the wood stain, holding the wood stain brush like a pencil. Use smooth, fluid strokes from left to right, painting one siding board at a time to avoid lap lines. Wood stains naturally adhere to wood, so you do not need to use a primer.
- 4). Climb the ladder to gain access to high up points on the siding. You can buy paint bucket hooks that allow you to hang the paint bucket from the ladder rung above you so you do not have to hold the bucket in your hand, which could throw you off balance.
- 5). Allow the stain to dry for at least two days. If you deem it necessary, apply another coat of wood stain.