Pergola & Gazebo Staining Mettawa, IL

Pergola & gazebo staining for Mettawa homes

Mettawa has very large lots, horse properties and estate homes, and that shapes how we approach pergola & gazebo staining here. We see a lot of heavily wooded, shaded structures, and the work is planned around it.

Much of Mettawa is in central Lake County, where mature trees are the main issue: shade keeps wood damp and grows mildew on the north side. Cleaning is not optional here, and we brighten after so the tone comes back.

A pergola sprayed from the ground looks fine from the ground. Look up from the patio underneath and every rafter has a dry stripe where the spray did not reach, and every end grain is unsealed. We get on ladders and stain the tops, sides and ends of every member. It takes longer. It is also why the finish lasts.

How the job goes in Mettawa

1. Inspect the structureWe check for loose rafters, split caps and any rot at post bases, and note what needs re-fastening.
2. CleanPercarbonate cleaner and a gentle rinse, with the patio and any furniture below protected.
3. Dry and light sandTwo or three dry days, then a hand-sand of rough edges and any raised grain on the rafters.
4. Brush every surfaceTops, sides, undersides and end grain of rafters and purlins, posts and caps, all by brush or pad. Sprayer only for large flat post faces.

Other work we do in Mettawa

Homeowners here also ask us about Deck staining in Mettawa, Deck restoration in Mettawa and Deck repair in Mettawa. See everything on the Mettawa service area page, or read the full pergola & gazebo staining guide. We also cover nearby Lincolnshire, Indian Creek and Lake Forest.