We just got a request to clean and seal a fence and the customer wants us to provide the sealer. I am on using Armstrong Clark, but I don’t really know what to do about color. Do you guys normally suggest a clear sealer, present different stain color options, or what?
Jesse
Atlas Services
Exterior Cleaning Specialists
North Carolina
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I used to buy several pressure treated fence boards, cut them into 4 or 5 inch lengths and stain them with the colors we offered. I’d write the color names on the back and leave them with the customers when I did a quote.
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Great idea Jason! I’ll definitely do that.
Jesse
Atlas Services
Exterior Cleaning Specialists
North Carolina
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I have done more than a few wood restoration jobs and I have never applied anything other than semi-transparent cedar. It is very neutral and goes with everything.
Good to know…I guess that really simplifies things!
Jesse
Atlas Services
Exterior Cleaning Specialists
North Carolina
www.CallAtlas.com
Jesse,
Take photos when just starting out and build up a portfolio. Note the wood species and stain type/color used in each photo. You can then show customers different colors on real wood.
Also, at least A/C and Ready Seal, provide sample bottles/cans of their stains. We often apply a few selections to customer wood after stripping/cleaning. Carry a hair dryer in the truck to get the wood down the 14% or so before applying.
