Treated Pine

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• Treated pine initially has a faint greenish color. This is due to the chemicals used to seal the wood and prevent weathering. Treated pine holds stain well.
• Treated pine is the least expensive option for privacy fencing. 
• Pine fences can last between 10-15 years if routinely cared for.
• Treated pine is more resistant to rotting from water damage. **only when routinely sealed; the chemicals used to treat the wood prevent weathering, but they wear off and must be treated yearly.

• Treated pine requires a yearly cleaning and sealing. Without proper maintenance, this wood will not last  turn to a pale tan or brown. Without yearly treatments, pine will deteriorate quickly
• Treated pine is more likely to warp, shrink and/or buckle. 
• The chemicals used to treat this wood have been known to leak into our soil and potentially cause long term complications. The consequences of these chemicals being used is not yet known. 

At Styles Fencing, we build your fence according to your needs. We highly recommend choosing cedar, because it is simply the better choice. However, it is ultimately your decision. 

A cedar fence can last 15-20 years, while a pine fence might last 10-15 if cared for properly. Pine is more likely to warp and need repairs. Pine is not as beautiful as cedar, but both can be stained to alter finishing color.

If you choose pine, you will have more maintenance as the go by, but pine is an acceptable choice for your fencing needs. Make sure to check out our section on taking care of your fence so that you are fully educated before choosing a type of wood.