Project Overview

This cedar fence restaining project in Arlington, TX covered 75 linear feet of an existing 8-foot board-on-board
fence, finished with cedar cap-and-trim detailing along the top. Rather than rebuilding the fence, the homeowner
chose a full restaining service to renew the wood's color and protection while keeping the existing structure fully
intact — no new posts or baseboard were needed for this project.
The staining plan was tailored to each section of the property: the 56-foot street-facing run was stained on the front
side only, while the two shorter return sections were stained on both sides for complete coverage. As part of the
service, one damaged cedar picket was also replaced at no additional cost, keeping the fence line consistent and
free of visible damage.

Materials and Process Behind This Cedar Fence Restaining

For this project, A&O Texas Solutions applied a Medium Brown stain across the existing 1x6 cedar boards,
cap-and-trim detailing, and the newly replaced picket, ensuring a uniform, cohesive color across the entire 75-foot
fence line. The cap-and-trim style — with 1x4 cedar trim and 2x6 cedar caps along the top of the fence — gives
this fence a more finished, upscale appearance compared to a standard privacy fence, and the fresh stain helps
highlight that detailing.
Because the existing posts and baseboard were in good condition, the project stayed focused purely on surface
restoration: cleaning and preparing the wood, replacing the one picket that needed it, and applying an even stain
coat across every section according to the homeowner's front-only or both-sides preference.

Why Arlington, TX Homeowners Choose Professional Fence Restaining

Arlington's hot summers and humid stretches are tough on any wood fence, and cap-and-trim details in particular
benefit from regular staining to keep their crisp, finished look. Restaining on a regular cycle protects the wood from
cracking, fading, and warping, while a free picket replacement — like the one included in this project — keeps
small issues from turning into bigger repairs down the road.
Homeowners across Arlington and the surrounding DFW area choose professional fence restaining like this when
they want to:
• Refresh a faded or weathered cedar fence without a full rebuild
• Apply a specific stain color, such as Medium Brown, to match their home's exterior
• Protect cap-and-trim detailing and extend its finished appearance
• Handle small repairs, like a damaged picket, alongside the staining work
• Complete the project quickly, with minimal disruption to the yard
Because cedar is a natural material, some variation in tone is normal even after staining, but a properly applied
Medium Brown finish significantly slows down weathering and keeps a board-on-board cap-and-trim fence looking
sharp for years to come.

Project Results and Highlights

By the end of this project, the homeowner in Arlington, TX had a freshly restained 75-foot, 8-foot-tall cedar
board-on-board fence with a Medium Brown finish and crisp cap-and-trim detailing, backed by A&O Texas
Solutions' 2-year labor warranty. The one damaged picket was replaced at no charge, and the project was
completed in 2–3 labor days with free debris haul-away included.
This project is a good example of how fence restaining — paired with small repairs when needed — can refresh a
structurally sound cedar fence without the cost of a full replacement.

Request Your Free Cedar Fence Restaining Estimate in Arlington, TX

If your cedar fence in Arlington, TX or the surrounding DFW area is looking faded or worn, A&O Texas Solutions
can help. Contact us for a free cedar fence restaining estimate (internal link — e.g., your Contact/Get a Quote
page) or explore our full range of fencing services (internal link — e.g., your Services page) to see how we can
refresh and protect your fence.
For homeowners researching wood care best practices, the Texas A&M Forest Service offers useful general
guidance on wood durability and maintenance in Texas climates (external link suggestion — replace with a more
specific source if you have one).