We’re kicking off the end of the year with two big announcements for wood care contractors.

1. Stain & Seal University is back — March 4–5. This year is the biggest one we’ve ever done. We’ve outgrown our past venues, and we’re taking it to the next level with a true expo-style event: vendors, exhibitors, demos, and hands-on training classes covering fence install, fence staining, deck staining, wood restoration, and a strong focus on pre-staining. If you want to get your team trained up and start the 2026 season with momentum, this is the event.

2. Contractor Interview Series is here. This winter, I’m sitting down with 100 contractors to talk through the real lessons from the 2025 season—wins, losses, what changed, what worked, and what didn’t—so we can compile the data and share it with the industry. No scripts, no fluff—just real conversations with people in the field.

Learn more about Stain & Seal University (attendee, exhibitor, and sponsor info): staininguniversity.com
Sign up for the Contractor Interview Series: stainandsealsupply.com/contractor-interviews

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