jake189•27d agoProlific Poster

Rushing my fence stain job led to streaks. How can I fix this without starting over?

3 comments

3 Comments

Lightly sand the streaky areas with fine grit paper until smooth. Then apply a fresh coat of stain to the entire board or section, not just the spot, to blend it in. Work with a fully loaded brush and keep a wet edge to avoid lap marks. Doing smaller, manageable sections will help you maintain control and get a more even finish this time.

dakotas5422d ago

Wait you sand between stain coats? I thought you only sanded the raw wood before the first one. That changes everything I've been doing.

danielb4327d agoTop Commenter

I always use 220 grit for that final light sanding before the last coat. It knocks down the streaks without cutting too deep into the previous layer. What grit do you usually reach for?