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Good Job Rob, Handyman Services
5.0(
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Dover, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Offers commercial services

Good Job Rob, Handyman 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.

Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
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Foster Fortresses
4.4(
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dover, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cody is an incredible worker, he plumbed my entire tiny home quickly and very well! He works quickly and was very budget friendly! I will be using his business from now on!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Viking Painting & Cleaning
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Dover, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Violet & Charlie were professional. They informed me of their work plans each day. They were prompt. They sought my input on decisions. They sought to please me with their work & their communication throughout the job. They delivered a completed job in the time they estimated. I was surprised as it was a busy 3 days. I will refer Viking & I will use them for upcoming painting/staining projects at my house. No reservation in referring this company!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

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.

Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it’s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors.

On most untreated wood fences, there is no need to sand before treating. You typically only need to sand if there’s an old coat of paint or stain on your fence. If you do need to sand off a previous paint or protective coating (like an old stain or sealant), use medium-grit sandpaper.

Regular cleaning, touch-ups for small defects, and resealing or repainting every 2-3 years help to maintain a vibrant appearance and protection.

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