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Wood Defender, manufactured by Standard Paints, Inc., has officially released its 2026 Training Class Schedule, offering monthly, in-person education for contractors, fence builders, power washers, and new entrepreneurs looking to launch or expand a profitable fence-staining business. The one-day class is free to attend (with a fully refundable $250 deposit per company) and provides attendees with the tools, training, and product knowledge needed to build a successful, high-margin service line.
Held once per month from January through November, the 2026 training series covers a comprehensive lineup of hands-on demonstrations, expert instruction, and business-building fundamentals. Each session is led by experienced Wood Defender trainers at Standard Paints’ headquarters in Mansfield, TX.
“Fence staining continues to be one of the strongest add-on revenue streams for contractors nationwide,” said Roy Branch, director of wholesale. “Our mission with these classes is to equip business owners with the skills, confidence, and support they need to get started quickly and profitably, without the pressure of franchise fees or long-term commitments.”
The full-day training experience includes:
• Hands-on equipment and product demonstrations
• Live spray demo and jobsite execution walkthrough
• Sales and marketing strategies tailored to stain services
• Equipment overviews for every budget, from portable units to full trailer systems
• In-depth product education on all Wood Defender formulas
• Proper cleanup, environmental considerations, and jobsite management
• Revenue impact analysis using Wood Defender’s proven business model
• A behind-the-scenes tour of the Standard Paints manufacturing facility
Training attendees also earn 4 American Fence Association Continuing Education Credits.
2026 Training Class Dates: January 23, February 27, March 27, April 24, May 29, June 26, July 31, August 21, September 25, October 30, November 20. To register, call 800-658-KOTE or visit wooddefender.com/outdoor-business-opportunities/training.
About Wood Defender
Wood Defender is the professional’s choice for high-quality, oil-based exterior stains, trusted by contractors across the country for fence and deck protection. Manufactured by Standard Paints, Inc., Wood Defender offers a full line of stains, equipment, and contractor resources backed by ongoing technical support and a 70-year legacy of product innovation.
