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Handyman Unlimited
4.7(
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Serving Smiths Station, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tim & his crew were skilled, efficient, professional, polite and did an excellent job for a fair price. They showed up when they said they would every time and exceeded our expectations. They replaced rotten support boards under our deck and saved our Trex boards which saved us alot of money . They restained everything to match & hung 2 ceiling fans. They cleaned up each day and left things in perfect order. We will definitely hire them again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
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Mr Drywall & Painting
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Serving Smiths Station, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Offers commercial services

"Gilbert and crew were painting a whole house interior plus dry wall repasirs on a very tight time table to accommodate a family arriving from out of state. It was done beautifully and as contracted."
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Skillful Solutions LLC
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Serving Smiths Station, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very prompt. They told me exactly when they would be out. They come out exactly when they said. He told me what he was going to do and he did it. Clean and paint was excellent"
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
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Solid Ground Fence and Paint
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Serving Smiths Station, AL and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

"I?m very happy with my fence! The work was done professionally, looks amazing, and the team was efficient and respectful. Great quality work ? I highly recommend them!"
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Eggshell and satin finishes are best for porches because they sit in the sweet spot between scuffable matte and distracting high gloss. Your porch sees a fair amount of wear and tear, so you don’t want paint that’ll show every mark like matte, but you don’t want to be blinded by glossy paint in the sun either. Eggshell and satin have durability and a look that sits nicely in the middle.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

Satin paint is generally considered a better choice for woodwork—including trim, baseboards, cabinets, and doors—than flatter finishes like eggshell or matte. Its soft sheen enhances architectural details and stands up well to frequent cleaning and daily wear. Compared to eggshell and matte finishes, satin is more durable for high-touch areas because it is less porous and doesn't absorb dirt as easily. Matte finishes, in particular, are prone to scuffs and are harder to clean, making them less practical for surfaces like doors and cabinets.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

Painted decks typically require a new coat about once every ten years. In between new coats, it's best to maintain your deck by regularly removing debris, washing it down with non-abrasive cleaners, and staying ahead of structural issues, such as loose boards and rotting wood. In some cases, painting a small section of your deck affected by damage or the sun can lower your costs and workload.

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