Is $220 to restain fence with fuller-coverage product a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner is dealing with a blotchy fence staining job where the old chestnut stain is showing through the new semi-transparent Behr Chocolate stain. The painters power washed but did not strip the old peeling stain, and applied the product during a rainstorm. The HOA requires a specific color.
Quote Details
Apply a fuller-coverage stain over the existing blotchy semi-transparent stain to hide imperfections and old peeling layers. - Use Behr Chocolate stain with higher opacity - Labor provided at no additional cost by the contractor - Homeowner to cover material costs
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Category
Painting
Price
$220
Quote Date
June 2, 2026
Location
Colorado
Location
Exterior
Paint grade
Standard
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