> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://gazrox.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Best Wood Stain for Fence: Ready Seal Leads - URL: https://gazrox.com/best-wood-stain-fence/ - Published: 2026-09-07T07:04:16.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-07T09:49:18.000Z - Description: Six fence stains ranked by coverage, application ease, and how well the published specs match a real backyard job. Ready Seal leads, with four alternates for smaller runs, aged pickets, and dark finishes. - Author: Dexter Gill - Tags: Finishes, Sealers & Stains, #Outdoor, DIY The best wood stain for fence work is Ready Seal Exterior Wood Stain & Sealer in Natural Cedar, a 5-gallon oil-based finish that goes on without lap marks, streaks, or back-brushing. If the fence is short and you want soap-and-water cleanup, Olympic WaterGuard in Woodland Cedar covers 250–350 sq. ft. per gallon and is the smarter buy at that scale. Everything below is picked from six current listings and ranked by what the specifications say a fence job actually needs. In this guide 1. [Best wood stain for fence at a glance](#best-wood-stain-for-fence-at-a-glance) 2. [How I narrowed six fence stains from the shelf](#how-i-narrowed-six-fence-stains-from-the-shelf) 3. [What actually decides a fence stain, and what does not](#what-actually-decides-a-fence-stain-and-what-does-not) 4. [1\. Ready Seal Exterior Wood Stain & Sealer — Best overall](#1-ready-seal-exterior-wood-stain-sealer-%E2%80%94-best-overall) 5. [2\. Olympic WaterGuard 1 gal Woodland Cedar Wood Stain & Sealer — Best upgrade](#2-olympic-waterguard-1-gal-woodland-cedar-wood-stain-sealer-%E2%80%94-best-upgrade) 6. [3\. Wood Defender Transparent Fence Stain and Seal — Best minimal setup](#3-wood-defender-transparent-fence-stain-and-seal-%E2%80%94-best-minimal-setup) 7. [4\. DWIL Wood Stain and Sealer in One — Best budget pick](#4-dwil-wood-stain-and-sealer-in-one-%E2%80%94-best-budget-pick) 8. [5\. SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium Semi-Transparent Outdoor Wood Stain — Best for pros](#5-saversystems-1-deck-premium-semi-transparent-outdoor-wood-stain-%E2%80%94-best-for-pros) 9. [6\. Wood Defender Semi-Transparent Fence Stain and Seal — Best premium](#6-wood-defender-semi-transparent-fence-stain-and-seal-%E2%80%94-best-premium) 10. [Oil-based or water-based: which wins on a fence?](#oil-based-or-water-based-which-wins-on-a-fence) 11. [How much stain does an average fence really need?](#how-much-stain-does-an-average-fence-really-need) 12. [New pickets versus weathered wood: does it change the pick?](#new-pickets-versus-weathered-wood-does-it-change-the-pick) 13. [What the listings do not tell you](#what-the-listings-do-not-tell-you) 14. [The verdict](#the-verdict) 15. [FAQ](#faq) ## Best wood stain for fence at a glance | Pick | Size | Type & coverage | Price | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------- | ------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Best overall**[Ready Seal Exterior Wood Stain & Sealer](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDVLOBS?tag=gazrox-20) | 5 Gallon | Oil-basedno back-brushing claim | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDVLOBS?tag=gazrox-20) | | **Best upgrade**[Olympic WaterGuard Woodland Cedar](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXRCKYYB?tag=gazrox-20) | 1 Gallon | Water-based250–350 sq. ft./gal claim | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXRCKYYB?tag=gazrox-20) | | **Best minimal setup**[Wood Defender Transparent Fence Stain and Seal](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082867RL5?tag=gazrox-20) | 5 Gallon | Oil-based100–200 sq. ft./gal claim | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082867RL5?tag=gazrox-20) | | **Best budget pick**[DWIL Wood Stain and Sealer in One](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX9T8PT3?tag=gazrox-20) | 16 oz | Water-based1–2 hr touch-dry claim | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX9T8PT3?tag=gazrox-20) | | **Best for pros**[SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGFSJVJ?tag=gazrox-20) | 1 Gallon | Water-basedworks on damp wood claim | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGFSJVJ?tag=gazrox-20) | | **Best premium**[Wood Defender Semi-Transparent Fence Stain and Seal](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08287F2QC?tag=gazrox-20) | 5 Gallon | Oil-based150–250 sq. ft./gal claim | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08287F2QC?tag=gazrox-20) | ## How I narrowed six fence stains from the shelf Fence stain is a crowded aisle, and half of what sits on it is really deck stain with a fence photo on the label. I started with three criteria and cut anything that failed one. 1. The listing had to name fences as an intended surface, not just decks or general exterior wood. 2. The product had to combine stain and sealer in one container, since a two-step system is a poor fit for the vertical, textured surface of a fence. 3. The specifications had to include size and either a coverage figure or a clear application method. That knocked out interior stains, marine finishes, and anything sold in a can too small for a full property line. The six that remain split cleanly by two axes: oil-based versus water-based, and one-gallon versus five-gallon. - Oil-based, 5 gallon: Ready Seal, Wood Defender Transparent, Wood Defender Semi-Transparent - Water-based, 1 gallon: Olympic WaterGuard, SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium - Water-based, 16 oz: DWIL Every pick from here forward sits on that grid, and the right choice for your yard depends on which square you belong in. ## What actually decides a fence stain, and what does not Most guides for the best wood stain for fence rank on color range or brand name. That is not what decides it. **What actually decides it is coverage per gallon against the length of the fence.** A published figure like 250–350 sq. ft. per gallon on the Olympic WaterGuard listing, or 100–200 sq. ft. per gallon on the Wood Defender Transparent listing, is a manufacturer claim, not a guarantee, but it is the number to plan against. A rough six-foot fence face uses about 6 square feet per linear foot on one side, so a hundred feet of fence, both sides, is roughly 1,200 square feet. That is a five-gallon bucket, not a quart. The second real deciding factor is whether the wood is new or weathered. New cedar takes a transparent or semi-transparent stain and shows off the grain. Gray, aged pickets need higher pigment to hide the weathering, which is where a semi-transparent dark color earns its place. Color is the easy part. You pick from what the manufacturer offers. The math above is the part that decides whether you finish the job on Saturday. ## 1\. Ready Seal Exterior Wood Stain & Sealer — Best overall **A 5-gallon oil-based finish built around one promise: no lap marks, no back-brushing, and it takes rain within minutes.** [![Ready Seal 5-gallon pail of oil-based exterior wood stain and sealer in Natural Cedar — the pick with the strongest set of application-forgiveness claims](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41DOQKjOEWL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDVLOBS?tag=gazrox-20) **Best for:** a full fence run where you want no lap marks and forgiving application **Skip it if:** you only need to touch up a single panel Ready Seal wins the best wood stain for fence spot because its published spec sheet is the closest match to how a fence actually gets stained: outdoors, in variable weather, by one person with a sprayer trying to finish before dinner. The 5-gallon size in Natural Cedar covers the middle of what a suburban property line asks for, and it is the one buyers choose most often here by a wide margin. Ready Seal says the formula requires no wet-line application, blends itself, and can be applied in direct sunlight and across a wide temperature range. The listing also states the product can withstand rain within minutes of application, a claim worth its weight when a Texas thunderstorm rolls in mid-project. It is the second-most-popular choice in this set on a sales basis, and the only oil-based 5-gallon here that also states no back-brushing is required. Against the two Wood Defender 5-gallons, Ready Seal's trade-off is transparency: it is not sold as a dark opaque, so it will not hide a fence that has already turned gray. **Pros:** - 5-gallon size fits a typical suburban fence run - Oil-based formula with UV and moisture resistance claim - No back-brushing and no wet-line application claim - Rain-tolerant within minutes per the listing - The one buyers choose most often in this set **Cons:** - Only one seller lists it, so stock can be tight - Natural Cedar will not cover heavy graying - Weight is listed as 1 lb, which is a listing error worth verifying - Oil-based means mineral spirits cleanup, not soap and water [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDVLOBS?tag=gazrox-20) ## 2\. Olympic WaterGuard 1 gal Woodland Cedar Wood Stain & Sealer — Best upgrade **A water-based one-gallon that trades bucket size for cleaner cleanup and a specific durability claim on fences.** [![Olympic WaterGuard 1-gallon jug of water-based Woodland Cedar wood stain and sealer — the pick with the most specific fence durability claim](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AwhrhZ9PL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXRCKYYB?tag=gazrox-20) **Best for:** a smaller fence where soap-and-water cleanup matters **Skip it if:** you have hundreds of linear feet to cover in one weekend Olympic WaterGuard is the pick for anyone whose fence is short enough that a gallon is enough. The listing states 250–350 sq. ft. of coverage per gallon and a durability window of up to 4 years on fences and siding, which is the most specific fence-oriented claim in this set. It is the second-cheapest here, water-based for soap-and-water cleanup, and dries in about 24 hours per Olympic. That combination makes it the sensible upgrade over the budget pick when you want a real branded finish without committing to a five-gallon pail. The trade-off against Ready Seal is straightforward. You gain easier cleanup and a specific durability claim. You lose scale, and you lose the rain-in-minutes claim: a water-based finish needs dry weather during cure. The Woodland Cedar semi-transparent look reads warmer than Ready Seal's Natural Cedar, which some yards prefer next to green landscaping. Two sellers stock it, better than the single-seller listings elsewhere in this set. **Pros:** - Water-based, cleans with soap and water - 250–350 sq. ft./gal coverage claim - Up to 4 years on fences per the listing - Two sellers stock it - Semi-transparent finish keeps grain visible **Cons:** - One gallon is not enough for a full property line - 24-hour dry time needs a dry-weather window - No published warranty in the listing - Not sold in a five-gallon size on this listing [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXRCKYYB?tag=gazrox-20) ## 3\. Wood Defender Transparent Fence Stain and Seal — Best minimal setup **A 5-gallon oil-based transparent that leans on new-fence pickets and one-coat application.** [![Wood Defender 5-gallon pail of transparent oil-based fence stain in Clear Glow — the pick aimed squarely at brand-new pickets](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41+9K7tF0PL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082867RL5?tag=gazrox-20) **Best for:** brand-new cedar or redwood pickets you want to keep looking natural **Skip it if:** the wood has already gone gray Wood Defender's transparent Clear Glow is the pick when the fence is new and you want the wood to look like wood, not like a color. The listing calls it out for newly installed fences and states it uses ultra-fine pigments to highlight grain on cedar, redwood, and pine, going on in one coat with no runs, drips, or back-brushing. Coverage is listed at 100–200 sq. ft. per gallon, which is a narrower spread than the Olympic figure, so plan your bucket count accordingly. It ships in the same 5-gallon format as Ready Seal but positions itself as the more premium pigment. Against Ready Seal, the minimal-setup label fits because a transparent finish forgives more on smooth, fresh cedar: you are not asking it to hide anything, so a single confident pass with a pump sprayer is enough. The trade-off is that on gray or aged wood, transparent finishes leave the weathering visible. That is a feature on new pickets and a bug on old ones. It is also the slower seller of the two Wood Defender listings. **Pros:** - Purpose-built for new fence installations - Ultra-fine pigment claim on cedar and redwood - One-coat, no back-brushing per the listing - Oil-based penetrating formula - 5-gallon size covers a full fence run **Cons:** - Will not hide weathering on aged wood - 100–200 sq. ft./gal is a narrower coverage claim - Only one seller lists it - No published warranty [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082867RL5?tag=gazrox-20) ## 4\. DWIL Wood Stain and Sealer in One — Best budget pick **A 16 oz water-based sample-size stain for gates, planters, and single-panel touch-ups.** [![DWIL 16-ounce bottle of water-based semi-transparent Peach Wood stain and sealer — the pick sized for small projects](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/518-zynhN7L._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX9T8PT3?tag=gazrox-20) **Best for:** a gate, a planter, or a short section of fence **Skip it if:** you are staining a full property line The DWIL 16 oz bottle is the cheapest of the six, and it is honest about what it is: a small water-based semi-transparent stain for furniture, railings, and small wood projects, with fences listed among them. Touch-dry is stated as 1–2 hours under normal conditions, VOCs are described as ultra-low, and application is by brush, roller, or lint-free cloth along the grain. That short dry time is what puts it in a fence guide at all: it makes a Saturday morning gate-refresh viable. Judged as a full-fence stain it fails on volume, and that is why it sits at number 4 rather than higher. Sixteen ounces is not a fence run, it is a repair. Judged as what it actually is, a small-project stain, it is the right pick for the reader who arrives here needing to blend a replaced picket into an existing fence, or to stain a wooden gate that came unfinished. Two sellers stock it, and the Peach Wood color is a warm tone next to weathered cedar. **Pros:** - The cheapest of the six by a wide margin - 1–2 hour touch-dry claim - Ultra-low VOC, water-based formula - Brush, roller, or cloth application - Two sellers stock it **Cons:** - 16 oz will not cover a full fence - No published coverage figure per ounce - No stated warranty - Small format means multiple bottles for larger jobs [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX9T8PT3?tag=gazrox-20) ## 5\. SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium Semi-Transparent Outdoor Wood Stain — Best for pros **A water-based one-gallon whose signature claim is that it goes on damp wood, cutting the wait between wash and stain.** [![SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium 1-gallon jug of Dark Walnut water-based stain and sealer — the pick that applies to visibly dry damp wood](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41qYQ9Sm3LL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGFSJVJ?tag=gazrox-20) **Best for:** a contractor working damp wood who wants to keep the schedule moving **Skip it if:** you want an oil-based penetrating finish SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium is the third-cheapest here and the only pick in this set whose listing says outright that it can be applied to damp wood once it is visibly dry. For a contractor staining a fence the day after a power-wash, that is real money: no waiting 48 hours for the pickets to fully dry. It is water-based, semi-transparent, and sold in the Dark Walnut color, which reads darker than either cedar option and leans toward the modern-fence look. The trade-off against Olympic is subtle but real. Olympic publishes the longer durability claim on fences (up to 4 years). SaverSystems trades that for schedule flexibility. Against Ready Seal, this is the water-based counter-argument for someone who wants penetrating protection without oil-based cleanup. Only one seller lists it, and there is no published warranty in the specifications, so buy from the intended listing. It sells at a moderate pace here, ahead of the two premium Wood Defender listings. **Pros:** - Applies to visibly dry damp wood per the listing - Water-based, soap-and-water cleanup - Semi-transparent Dark Walnut hides more than cedar tones - UV protection and one-coat penetration claim - Mid-range price position in this set **Cons:** - No published warranty - One seller lists it - One gallon is small for a long fence - No stated coverage figure in the specifications [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGFSJVJ?tag=gazrox-20) ## 6\. Wood Defender Semi-Transparent Fence Stain and Seal — Best premium **A 5-gallon oil-based semi-transparent in Black, built to revive gray, weathered fence wood in one coat.** [![Wood Defender 5-gallon pail of semi-transparent oil-based fence stain in Black — the pick for reviving weathered pickets](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51pkuUxUfrL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08287F2QC?tag=gazrox-20) **Best for:** a weathered gray fence that needs a dark, opaque revival **Skip it if:** you want the cedar grain to still read through the finish The Wood Defender Semi-Transparent in Black is the most expensive pick here, and it earns the premium slot by doing something none of the others do: it is aimed squarely at aged, gray, pressure-treated wood, and it uses higher pigment concentration to hide the weathering. The listing describes it as the contractor's choice for restoring weathered wood after proper cleaning, with a coverage claim of 150–250 sq. ft. per gallon and one-coat application with no back-brushing. Black is a bold choice, and it hides more than any cedar tone in this set. Compared with the transparent Wood Defender, the trade-off is grain visibility. Semi-transparent shows the wood texture but not the color of the wood itself, which is exactly what you want on a fence whose original tone is gone. Compared with Ready Seal, it costs more per gallon and covers less area per gallon, and it is a slower seller. What you buy is pigment and coverage on wood that has already lost its looks. **Pros:** - Higher pigment for weathered and pressure-treated wood - One-coat application, no back-brushing claim - 150–250 sq. ft./gal coverage claim - 5-gallon size covers a full fence - Oil-based penetrating finish **Cons:** - The most expensive pick in this set - Black hides all natural wood color - Only one seller lists it - Slower seller than the top two picks [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08287F2QC?tag=gazrox-20) ## Oil-based or water-based: which wins on a fence? Half the picks here are oil-based, half are water-based, and neither wins outright. What wins is matching the chemistry to the situation. Oil-based finishes, including Ready Seal and both Wood Defender picks, penetrate deeper into the wood and generally cope better with the vertical, weather-exposed reality of a fence. Ready Seal's rain-in-minutes claim, and Wood Defender's one-coat no-back-brushing claim, are things a water-based product typically cannot match. The trade is cleanup: mineral spirits, not soap. Water-based finishes, meaning Olympic WaterGuard, SaverSystems, and DWIL, dry faster, clean up with soap and water, and generally publish lower VOC figures. Olympic's up-to-4-years claim on fences is the most specific durability figure any pick here publishes. SaverSystems is the only one that says it works on visibly-dry damp wood, which is a real schedule advantage for a contractor. The short version: if the fence is long, exposed, and you are working alone, an oil-based five-gallon is the safer bet. If the fence is short and you value cleanup and lower odor, water-based wins. ## How much stain does an average fence really need? Coverage is where fence stain projects fall apart. Here is how the published figures in this set actually cash out. - A hundred linear feet of six-foot fence, both sides, is roughly 1,200 square feet. - At 250 sq. ft. per gallon (Olympic's low-end claim), that is about five gallons. - At 100 sq. ft. per gallon (Wood Defender Transparent's low-end claim), that is roughly twelve gallons. - At 150 sq. ft. per gallon (Wood Defender Semi-Transparent's low-end claim), that is around eight gallons. The point is not the exact number. It is that the same fence needs very different amounts of product depending on which finish you pick. Rough, weathered pickets soak up more than smooth new cedar. First-coat coverage is always worse than second-coat coverage. A five-gallon pail sounds like a lot until the fence eats the first two gallons on the shady north side. Buy 20% more than the math says. Returning an unopened pail is easier than a mid-project supply run. ## New pickets versus weathered wood: does it change the pick? Yes, and it is the second thing to settle after coverage. New pickets, meaning wood installed in the last twelve months, still hold their natural color. A transparent or light semi-transparent finish preserves the grain and reads honestly. That is Wood Defender Transparent's territory, and Ready Seal in Natural Cedar covers it too. Olympic's Woodland Cedar sits here as well. On new wood, opaque or dark stains hide what you paid for the good pickets in the first place. Weathered wood, meaning pickets that have grayed under UV exposure, needs pigment to disguise what is already there. That is why the Wood Defender Semi-Transparent Black exists, and it is why SaverSystems Dark Walnut suits older wood better than Ready Seal Natural Cedar would. The mistake is trying to bring gray wood back to its original tone with a light stain. It will not work. Either strip and brighten the wood first, which is a real project, or pick a stain dark enough to hide the gray. There is no in-between. ## What the listings do not tell you A few things every listing here leaves out, that decide whether the project goes well. - **Wood preparation.** No stain fixes dirty pickets. A wash-down and dry time before staining is doing work the label is silent on. - **Sprayer versus brush.** Ready Seal's listing mentions sprayer, roller, or brush; most others just say "brush or roller". A pump sprayer cuts a hundred-foot fence from a full weekend to an afternoon, but overspray on siding, plants, and driveways is a real risk. - **Recoat window.** Only Olympic publishes a specific durability window (up to 3 years on decks, up to 4 years on fences). The others describe protection in general terms. Plan on recoating oil-based penetrating stains every two to three years on a sun-hit fence. - **Warranty.** Only Ready Seal lists a warranty entry at all in these specifications, and the value is simply "Warranty" without a duration. Treat all six as unwarranted for planning purposes. ## The verdict Ready Seal Exterior Wood Stain & Sealer in Natural Cedar is the best wood stain for fence use in this set, and it is the one to buy by default. The 5-gallon size fits a real fence, the oil-based penetrating formula suits vertical wood exposed to weather, and the listing's no-lap, no-back-brushing, rain-in-minutes claims are the specific things a fence job asks for. It is also the one buyers choose most often here by a wide margin, and it sits at a mid-range price for the coverage it delivers. If the fence is short, meaning under a couple of hundred square feet, Olympic WaterGuard in Woodland Cedar wins instead: it is the second-cheapest here, cleans up with soap and water, and publishes a four-year fence durability claim that no other product in this set matches. If the wood has already gone gray, Wood Defender Semi-Transparent in Black is the pick, because none of the lighter finishes will hide the weathering. If you are only staining a gate or a couple of replacement pickets, the DWIL 16 oz bottle is the honest answer. Pros restaining damp wood after a wash reach for SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium. ## FAQ ### What is the best wood stain for fence use overall? The best wood stain for fence work overall is Ready Seal in Natural Cedar, sold in a 5-gallon oil-based format. Its listing states no back-brushing, no lap marks, and rain tolerance within minutes of application. It is the one buyers choose most often in this set, and its bucket size matches what a typical suburban fence run actually consumes. ### Is a five-gallon fence stain worth it for a small yard? A five-gallon fence stain is worth it when the fence exceeds roughly 250 to 350 square feet of surface area, which is where a single one-gallon jug runs out. Below that, Olympic WaterGuard's one-gallon size is the smarter buy. Above that, Ready Seal's 5-gallon size saves a second trip and delivers more consistent color across the whole run. ### How much coverage per gallon should a fence stain deliver? Coverage per gallon on a fence stain ranges widely in this set: Olympic WaterGuard claims 250–350 sq. ft., Wood Defender Semi-Transparent claims 150–250, and Wood Defender Transparent claims 100–200\. Rougher pickets and first coats sit at the low end of those ranges. Plan on buying about 20% more than the math suggests, because a returned unopened pail beats a mid-project supply run. ### Ready Seal versus Olympic WaterGuard: which fence stain wins? Ready Seal versus Olympic WaterGuard comes down to fence length and cleanup preference. Ready Seal is oil-based, sold in 5 gallons, and its listing claims rain tolerance within minutes. Olympic is water-based, sold in 1 gallon, and publishes an up-to-4-years fence durability figure. For a full property line, Ready Seal. For a short fence with soap-and-water cleanup, Olympic. ### What is the biggest mistake buyers make with fence stain? The biggest mistake buyers make with fence stain is underbuying volume and picking a color too light for aged wood. Weathered gray pickets need semi-transparent pigment to hide, which is why the Wood Defender Semi-Transparent Black exists. Underbuying by even one gallon on a hundred-foot fence forces a partial second batch that rarely matches the first in tone or sheen. If the fence is up, the pickets are cedar, and the run is longer than a single afternoon of work, Ready Seal in Natural Cedar is the pick to open first. Order the 5-gallon size, pick a dry weekend, and plan on a pump sprayer to keep the pace up. Buy roughly 20% more than the coverage math predicts, because rough pickets always drink more than the label suggests. If the fence has grayed, switch to Wood Defender Semi-Transparent in Black instead; if it is short, Olympic WaterGuard is the smarter one-gallon buy. Those three cover almost every fence in a typical yard. *Last updated: September 21, 2026\. Product availability re-checked.* *This page contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.*