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Custom Quality Creations
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Credit card accepted

"The owner Francisco is very professional. He showed up on time, answered the phone , listened & addressed our concerns. The house was powerwashed , primed , painted with 2 coats of paint ( rain off) that I selected. They finished in 6 days. We have neighbors and had to access their property. Francisco handle issues with the property manager , providing insurance, license, workers comp documents. A tenant had additional concerns that he resolved within a day. The painters worked hard everyday , priming doing caulking & repair work, especially at the top of the building. They were always polite and pleasant to work with. Super nice guys. The price was reasonable and I am very pleased with the service and work."
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+118

Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ruben Roman Painting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"Reuben and his crew did an outstanding job on restaining our decks and we were so happy with their work we then hired them to paint our house. They do excellent highly detailed work, are very conscientious and courteous. Highly recommended!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Platinum Painting & Upgrades
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

"After replacing our wooden deck we need to have the deck sealed. Platinum responded promptly. They provided options and cost estimates for different products to treat the deck. We received a written estimate the same day, the following day they powered washed the deck. Living in a coastal area the morning scheduled to treat the deck was damp. Platinum came back late in the afternoon to allow the wood to dry. The job was completed on time within budget. After the worksite was clean and the deck was beautiful. I would hire Platinum for other painting jobs, we highly recommend them."
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
ceiling frames
concrete design

+18

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Ceres Construction
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"I have worked with Ceres Construction on multiple residential projects that have spanned several years in duration. Adrian is one of the most reliable and upstanding contractors I have worked with in Marin and his attention to quality is rare. Our first project was a historic home in Mill Valley where Adrian and team built my children a treehouse that’s right out of a storybook nestled into a large tree. Next he rebuilt several decks/railings, re-sided our ADU, and installed new outdoor electrical. At our next home in San Anselmo, we called Ceres to completely rebuild a large outdoor deck that leaked and caused damage to the living spaces below. We also had them prep the house for sale by replacing banisters, remodeling the kitchen, and finishing the garage. We purchased a very old home that needed lots of work while maintaining the charm. Ceres worked for 18 months and handled everything from foundations to plumbing to drywall. You name it, they can do it all. Best in the business."
Structural beam and layout modification
Remodeling - General Project
building new partition wall
Remodeling - General Project
Kitchen remodeling

+22

Recommended by54%of homeowners
Friendly Painting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are very reliable, responsible, and friendly. They are great. I will hire them again. I would recommend them to anyone for an interior or exterior job."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Prestige Custom Painting, Inc
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Recently we hired Prestige Custom Painting to do a small exterior job. The mark of excellence in painting is the amount and care that goes into preparation. Prestige met and surpassed our expectations. They were meticulous in preparing our trim work for painting. The result was beyond what we thought possible. In addition they were extremely careful and tidy. No drips. No spills. And they cleaned up the work area perfectly Finally, they were punctual. A dream for us We will definitely be booking Prestige Custom Painting to paint the rest of our house this spring."
Stucco Refresh
Garage Repaint
Modern Exterior
Historic Repaint
Green Exterior

+16

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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J.Rupert, Inc.
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his team was very easy to work with. They were kind, respectful and cleaned up each day as they went. The bid was fair as was the pricing for changes I made. I’d easily recommend."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+9

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on coating type, labor, site preparation, and required finishes.

Deciding whether to stain or paint a pool deck depends on your budget, desired look, and the deck's material. Both options can work. Paint offers a wider variety of color options, provides excellent water resistance, and can last longer. However, it requires a primer and can eventually fade or peel. Stain is often cheaper, easier to apply, and penetrates the wood for a more natural look and longer-lasting finish. It also has great water resistance. The downsides are fewer color options and the need for a sealant. The choice can also depend on the deck material; for example, staining may be a better option for concrete as it bonds well and lasts longer than paint.

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

It’s often best to spray on deck sealer. Sprayers can apply sealant more quickly and evenly than rolling while still enabling you to reach tight spaces. When using a sprayer, always use a low-pressure setting at a close distance to ensure an even application. Avoid using sprayers on windy days.

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