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Avatar for Ruben Roman Painting
Ruben Roman Painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ruben offered a competitive bid, was available to start the project promptly, and completed the work ahead of schedule without cutting corners to do so. The prep and painting were very well done, the crew was hardworking and pleasant. Ruben kept me informed as to their progress throughout the project. Definitely would hire Ruben Roman Painting again!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate92%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Green Oak Painting
Green Oak Painting
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Oak Painting did a wonderful job of painting the exterior of our house. It looks great!!. Everyone working on the project was very skilled and the results show it. They were all pleasant and easy to work with, completing the job within the time specified. At the end, they cleaned up completely and left us with our newly painted beautiful house. We would have no hesitation to recommend Green Oak Painting. Arnold Steinman"
Finish Results of Paint Work
Working on 2 coats of exterior paint
Great finish of Exterior paint work, allways applying best quality paint
Look like new home
Exterior deck refinishing

+242

Recommended by87%of homeowners
Custom Quality Creations
4.8(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They removed the old surface of kitchen cabinets and painted them. They were careful to make sure no paint or spray got into any other part of the house. Their quoted price did not change. I highly recommend them!"
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+118

Response time3 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Platinum Painting & Upgrades
Platinum Painting & Upgrades
5.0(
10
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with platinum painting. They were prompt. Gave me a fair estimate. Did great work. Completed the job on time. As an older couple we are very picky about who we will let into our home: we felt very comfortable with the platinum painters working in our home."
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
ceiling frames
concrete design

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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
So Co Painting, Inc
5.0(
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Yonan and team to paint the exterior of our house. We added board and baton and there was a ton of touch up and patch work as part of the prep. The communication was top notch, the team was courteous and professional, the job was done quickly, and it looks amazing. We couldn't be happier with the work! We now have a reliable painter for all our future needs. Thank you!!"
Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prestige Custom Painting, Inc
5.0(
7
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+5 more

Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Painting questions, answered by experts

While power washing isn't a requirement before you stain a fence, it can make the job much easier and faster while reducing manual labor requirements. The stain will not work if the wood is full of dirt and dust, so power washing, sometimes called pressure washing, is a fast and effective way to prepare the wood for staining. Remember that you need to stain or repaint relatively soon after the wood has dried so that there isn’t time for dust and dirt to build up again. 

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

The easiest way to stain a fence depends on your experience and comfort level with the project. Applying stain with an airless sprayer or pump sprayer might get the stain job done faster, but it can be tricky. Paint rollers and stain brushes are slower but simpler for a DIY project.

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

Staining a wood fence isn’t guaranteed to prevent warping, but it can help. Plus, it’s a beginner-friendly DIY project that you can finish in a few days. If you want to try it, you’ll start by stripping it of any old stain or paint, then sanding it. After that, you’ll clean it and spot-treat any mold or mildew. When it’s dry, you can apply the stain.

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