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Handyman Unlimited
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Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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"My deck was in need of pressure washing (it hadnt been done in a few years) and they came out and did the work in a timely manner and made it look like new again, I was extremely happy with the results."
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Response time8 hrs
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Rainbow Covenant Painting
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Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Small jobs welcome

Rainbow Covenant Painting is your local painting expert. We take pride in providing superior quality services at a fair price. Our goal is your complete satisfaction. Contact us today for a free estimate. We look forward to earning your business.

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BL PAINTING & COATINGS
New to Angi

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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I'm a professional painting contractor with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality painting services. Interior, exterior, residential, commercial, pressure washing and more. Call (706)416-8575 for your free estimate.

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J&N Services
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Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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J&N Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis -of our business.\n

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Provided conditions are ideal, staining an entire deck should take as little as a couple of hours and up to a couple of days to apply and cure. Additional procedures, like sealing a deck or using additional treatments, may extend the project by a few additional days.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

Choosing the right product involves understanding deck material, desired finish, and local weather conditions. Opt for high-quality, weatherproof formulations ensuring long-term durability and appearance retention.

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