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Q: How long does wood stain take to dry?

• <div><p>Wood stain is usually dry to the touch within 6 to 8 hours, but you should let each coat sit for 24 hours before applying another coat or applying a protective coat over it. If you applied your stain in high humidity or cold temperatures, you may need to wait up to 48 hours for the stain to dry completely.</p></div>

Q: How long do exterior paint fumes last?

• <div><p>Exterior paints contain more volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, making them dangerous when used indoors. Without the free ventilation of the great outdoors, it can take longer for the fumes to dissipate than interior paint. While you may notice the smell lessening more quickly, you should be wary of paint fumes inside for 48 to 72 hours after it dries.</p></div>

Q: Can pros help enhance the aesthetic appeal of a deck or porch during repairs?

• <div><p>Yes, they provide design insights that enhance space utility and visual appeal.</p></div>

Q: When is the best time to stain a deck?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll want to avoid excessively hot or humid conditions, so it&rsquo;s best to apply your stain in late spring to early fall. It's also important to watch the weather forecast and aim for days when there isn&rsquo;t rain expected for at least three days. For new decks, allow the wood to season beforehand for at least four to eight weeks. </p></div>

Q: What is the best paint to not show dirt on a deck?

• <div><p>If your biggest concern is making sure your deck doesn&rsquo;t show dirt, opt for a darker neutral color that blends in well with your surrounding landscape. A rich brown or dark grey are both good options that work with a variety of house colors. A high-quality acrylic paint is easy to clean and maintain, so it might be worth spending the money on.</p></div>

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Last update on November 21, 2025

Reviewed in March 2013
Overall job was excellent. He arrived on time and finished in an amazing three days. Very pleased with the quality of paint he used and the job he did.
Josh Worley Painting
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Reviewed in September 2015
We had them replace our rear deck about a year ago, did a great job. Posted a review here on that job. They did some external wood trim on the upper patio to tie things together. They pressured washed both decks. The new rear deck is a single level. The front deck has three levels. Were very...
Bella Vista Contractors Inc
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Reviewed in June 2011
The owner of the company and his helpers were observed to be taking great care to do the job right, e.g.,carefully preparing the surfaces, doing detailed, unhurried work with brushes on both siding and decks...and not using a sprayer. They asked several times for me to inspect various parts of...
JAX PAINTING
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Reviewed in November 2017
Bella Vista Contractors crew of Darren and Bill were prompt, professional, and courteous. They worked quickly, paid attention to detail, and completely cleaned up when they were finished. Could not have asked for a better job. The house and deck look great. Would definitely recommend them to...
Bella Vista Contractors Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
Our search for an honest and reliable contractor is over! John Sobiech and Bella Vista Contractors will be our go-to guys from now on. The french doors from our kitchen/dining area had leaked for years and had ruined the hardwood floors. As we were planning the repairs, we noticed that the...
Bella Vista Contractors Inc
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Reviewed in June 2012
The Fosters, especially David, present themselves as being skilled and professional. David gives the impression that he knows what is best because he has been doing this for a "long time". They recommended Behr Wood Stain and we chose the type of transparency we wanted. They said it had a 15...
David & Nancy Foster
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