Houses are exposed to the elements and need to be cleaned similar to decks when preparing for stain. After repairing any exterior wood that shows signs of rot, use an all-purpose deck cleaner to remove algae, dirt, and debris.

You can use a pressure washer, garden hose or the Wagner Paint EATER to remove any loose debris and peeling stain. If using a similar brand and color of stain as before, complete removal of the previous stain is not necessary, and it's okay to spray stain over the existing coat.

Paint and stain sprayers are very controlled. If you are careful, you only need to mask off about a foot from where you spray to prevent overspray. Mask off any stucco, brickwork, windows, gutters, etc. On windy days it is important to make sure you mask off well since the wind can carry overspray.

Make sure to mix the stain well. Stain tends to fall out of suspension rather quickly. Follow manufacturer's instructions on blending and mixing stain.

For this project, we used the Wagner Control Pro 130 Paint Sprayer. Assemble according to manufacturer’s instructions.

If you have any areas that are too high or difficult to reach with a ladder, you can rent a boom lift from rental stores or most large home improvement stores.

Carry a brush to catch any drips or rub in crevices to get a good bond.

The nozzle has a switch on it to turn the stain spray gun off, so you don’t accidentally engage the Wagner Stain sprayer as you move or climb a ladder.

Lattice, decks, fences, and intricate work are super easy to stain with a Wagner Sprayer!

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To see the full process and learn more about spraying a house or deck with the Wagner Control Pro 130, visit CravingSomeCreativity.com here. We’ve got lots of other home improvement projects, so you’re bound to find something to inspire you!