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Every entrepreneur starts their business with analyzing small business ideas. Finding that perfect idea that says "this is it" can take some time.

We all have different likes and dislikes. That is normal. If you are willing to do what others don't like to do, you can start a profitable business.

The Perfect Outdoor Business Idea

Here is one small business idea that will fill your wallet - wood fence staining!

Imagine one person reaping a $1,750 profit for a 5 hour job! Typical profits range from $300 to $15,000. That is money you can bank!

Many people hate staining wood fences and decks. That dislike creates an excellent business opportunity for you. With the right equipment, you can make a laborious job, fun!

Standard Paints, Inc. (www.wooddefender.com) of Mansfield Texas manufactures the Wood Defender® brand of wood fence and deck stains and sealers. The products are claimed to be superior to the competition's that leave drips and runs.

Standard Paints, Inc. also manufactures the equipment that you need to start this small business idea. They offer you five equipment packages that fit every budget.

The top of the line ST-250 Pro Package is an enclosed trailer with a decorative billboard advertising that gives you a turnkey business.

You get two 50-gallon tanks for primary colors, a siphon tube for unique colors, and a Hannay hose reel with hydraulic swivel and 300 feet of hose. Plus you get a bleach spray package. Everything you need to complete any job.

The ST-250 fence staining equipment package can be mounted on a pickup truck or an open trailer.

For those who are on a limited budget, the ST-Jr. and ST-2W package will get you started. Use your profits to upgrade to the complete ST-250 Pro Package.

Remember you can stain not only privacy fences, but decks, siding, gazebos, and play ground swing sets.

Since you need dry weather and 50 degree or warmer temperatures, you will always be working outside in great weather. Save your book work for rainy days.

If you are looking for small business ideas that have a high profit margin, low start-up costs and a quick return on investment, try fence staining as a business.

Never stained a fence? Read the article "How To Stain A Fence" at www.wooddefender.com.

Marketing Your Small Business

This is a simple business to market. I would begin by advertising in the Service Directory in your local newspaper. You will get lots of telephone calls when the weather warms up. But it is costly! Especially in large metropolitan newspapers.

Yellow page ads are also expensive. They will bring some business, but I have found it unprofitable. Yet some people swear by it.

I would consider ValPak® if you have the cash to spend on advertising. These co-op packages of advertising are a good form of using the "shotgun" approach to your local market. Offer a coupon for say $50.00 off their next staining job.

A more cost effective way to market your business is to own your own business website. On rainy days and winter months you could very easily create an information rich website that will provide you with customers who are looking for your services.

I would recommend using Site Build It! (new window opens)

It is the easiest way to market your business online. Even if you don't know a thing about creating a website, their videos and eBooks are a self-education course (new window opens) that will help you get all the free interested customers you could ever hope for. You will save thousand of dollars in advertising costs with your own website.

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