Q: Is satin or matte better for woodwork?

• <div><p>Satin is considered one of the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-paint-trims.htm">best types of paint for baseboards and trim</a>, along with doors and cabinets. Its soft sheen can help enhance architectural details while standing up to frequent cleaning and everyday wear. Matte finishes are prone to scuffs and harder to clean, making them less practical for high-touch surfaces such as doors. </p></div>

Q: Is wood stain flammable after it dries?

• <div><p>Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint or stain pressure-treated wood?

• <div><p>Pressure-treated wood can not only be painted and stained, but it should be; doing so will help to prevent surface or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-common-problems-can-endanger-your-deck.htm">deck board cracking</a>. Allow the wood to dry out before painting it, as pressure-treated wood from the hardware store takes longer to dry than kiln-dried lumber. If water beads on the surface, it needs additional time to dry&mdash;in fact, it can take weeks or even months to fully dry. As soon as the wood absorbs water on the surface, it is ready to be painted or stained.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint over old paint on a concrete porch?

• <div><p>You can paint over old paint on a concrete porch. For the best results, you should first clean the surface and remove as much paint as you can. A power washer is helpful here, but you&rsquo;ll also want to scrape as much of the old paint away as possible. Then you should prime the porch before repainting it.</p></div>

Q: Will painting a composite decking prevent warping?

• <div><p>The plastic in composite decking boards protects them enough that you do not need to paint them to prevent warping. In fact, painting composite decking voids the warranty of some manufacturers. Painting can also increase maintenance on the deck, as you must paint regularly to keep it looking its best. </p></div>

JD Painting

JD Painting

2015 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We are 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.

"We couldn’t be happier with the results from Javier and his crew! From start to finish, they were professional, punctual, and incredibly detail-oriented. The crew took great care in preparing our home — power washing, caulking — and the final paint job looks amazing. Javier provided many paint samples for better visualization during the quote process. The team was courteous and respectful of our property, always cleaning up at the end of each day. The project was completed in a timely manner, and the transformation of our home’s exterior is truly impressive. Highly recommend JD Painting if you’re looking for high-quality work and an stress-free experience!"

Cody S on June 2025

We are 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.

"We couldn’t be happier with the results from Javier and his crew! From start to finish, they were professional, punctual, and incredibly detail-oriented. The crew took great care in preparing our home — power washing, caulking — and the final paint job looks amazing. Javier provided many paint samples for better visualization during the quote process. The team was courteous and respectful of our property, always cleaning up at the end of each day. The project was completed in a timely manner, and the transformation of our home’s exterior is truly impressive. Highly recommend JD Painting if you’re looking for high-quality work and an stress-free experience!"

Cody S on June 2025

ALR Painting

ALR Painting

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

2022 years of experience

At ALR Painting, we are a family-owned and operated company that prides itself on, not only our cleanliness and quality but the smile on our client's faces. With 12+years of experience in interior/exterior home painting, we understand that painting your home, inside or out, is a huge decision; we are here to take the intimidation out of your project. With the use of premium/ultra-premium paint, cleanliness, professional attitude, and fast turnaround time, satisfaction is guaranteed. Our mission is to treat you like family and value your home like it's our own. ALR Painting provides cabinet painting for your kitchen, bathroom, or anywhere else in your home. Whether it's just a touch-up or a total color change, we will give your home a remodeled look without the remodel price tag. From the moment we step in your door to the moment we leave, our consistent goal is to make you say, “Wow!” In everything from professional conduct to tidy appearance, we treat your family and your home with the utmost respect. And with our strict standards of quality painting, we trust that you’ll still be saying “Wow” long after we leave!

"ALR Painting did such a fantastic job. My home was built in 1908 and the original paint was chipping away and old. Alex was able to match the exact color of the house and went above and beyond my expectations. I was particularly impressed with the care he took in prepping the home prior to painting- scraping, sanding, and caulking. The paint job wasn’t easy. Alex definitely takes pride in his work and he managed to complete the project much faster than I expected. My house looks AMAZING! I could not be happier with my experience and I highly recommend ALR Painting to others."

Hank S on October 2023

At ALR Painting, we are a family-owned and operated company that prides itself on, not only our cleanliness and quality but the smile on our client's faces. With 12+years of experience in interior/exterior home painting, we understand that painting your home, inside or out, is a huge decision; we are here to take the intimidation out of your project. With the use of premium/ultra-premium paint, cleanliness, professional attitude, and fast turnaround time, satisfaction is guaranteed. Our mission is to treat you like family and value your home like it's our own. ALR Painting provides cabinet painting for your kitchen, bathroom, or anywhere else in your home. Whether it's just a touch-up or a total color change, we will give your home a remodeled look without the remodel price tag. From the moment we step in your door to the moment we leave, our consistent goal is to make you say, “Wow!” In everything from professional conduct to tidy appearance, we treat your family and your home with the utmost respect. And with our strict standards of quality painting, we trust that you’ll still be saying “Wow” long after we leave!

"ALR Painting did such a fantastic job. My home was built in 1908 and the original paint was chipping away and old. Alex was able to match the exact color of the house and went above and beyond my expectations. I was particularly impressed with the care he took in prepping the home prior to painting- scraping, sanding, and caulking. The paint job wasn’t easy. Alex definitely takes pride in his work and he managed to complete the project much faster than I expected. My house looks AMAZING! I could not be happier with my experience and I highly recommend ALR Painting to others."

Hank S on October 2023

Sentri Homes

New on AngiNew on Angi

•Approved Pro

Sentri Homes

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•Approved Pro

2023 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Harvey's House Painting

4.93(

185

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Harvey's House Painting

4.93(

185

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

My name is Rich Harvey, owner of Harvey's House Painting. For the last 21 years I've been painting homes and business like yours. I know what it takes to make a happy and satisfied customer. My main goal, and what keeps my business going is make sure every customer is so happy, that they can't wait to tell a friend or family member about us. Most owners only sale the job, and often never seen or heard from again after the sale. At Harvey's House Painting you can make sure that I, Rich Harvey will be there from first meeting with you and going over your painting needs. To doing a walk around with you at the end of the job, making sure your are completely satisfied and everything was completed in contract. Before starting any job, I make sure you are happy with your color choice. I always apply color samples on your home to make sure you like the color, and always available for color advice. We have several employees with years of experience. We never use sub-contractors. We do what we say we are going to do, and everything is put on the contract. We never ask for money up front, clients pay upon completion. We prep and paint exterior, interior of homes and business. When painting the exterior, we offer a full prep procedures.Prepping your home or business is one of the most important things for a great paint job. We start by Power washing, treating mildew and moss. We patch cracks and holes in stucco, wood siding, and trim boards. We make sure all windows and door frames are caulked around. All loose and flaking paint is scraped and then sanded. We make sure all nails are reset flush with surface. All bare wood and rust is primed. We take the extra time to make sure everything is covered and protected before starting any painting. Two coats of paint to all surfaces is just one of our standers. When it comes to painting the interior of your home , there always special time and care taking. We use only the top experience painters for interiors. We have nothing but respect for you, your home and your belongings. We only use clean drops and plastic in your home. Everything is covered and protected. In most cases we move all the furniture in the middle of rooms and cover. All nail holes and cracks are filled. All wood work, and doors are properly sanded and prepped. At the end of each job there is walk around with me, Rich Harvey, to make sure you are completely satisfied. Call any time, office , cell (916) 869-0000

"Our house was painted in three days. The painting crew professional, answered questions and was respectful in communicated issues when they came up."

John G on November 2020

My name is Rich Harvey, owner of Harvey's House Painting. For the last 21 years I've been painting homes and business like yours. I know what it takes to make a happy and satisfied customer. My main goal, and what keeps my business going is make sure every customer is so happy, that they can't wait to tell a friend or family member about us. Most owners only sale the job, and often never seen or heard from again after the sale. At Harvey's House Painting you can make sure that I, Rich Harvey will be there from first meeting with you and going over your painting needs. To doing a walk around with you at the end of the job, making sure your are completely satisfied and everything was completed in contract. Before starting any job, I make sure you are happy with your color choice. I always apply color samples on your home to make sure you like the color, and always available for color advice. We have several employees with years of experience. We never use sub-contractors. We do what we say we are going to do, and everything is put on the contract. We never ask for money up front, clients pay upon completion. We prep and paint exterior, interior of homes and business. When painting the exterior, we offer a full prep procedures.Prepping your home or business is one of the most important things for a great paint job. We start by Power washing, treating mildew and moss. We patch cracks and holes in stucco, wood siding, and trim boards. We make sure all windows and door frames are caulked around. All loose and flaking paint is scraped and then sanded. We make sure all nails are reset flush with surface. All bare wood and rust is primed. We take the extra time to make sure everything is covered and protected before starting any painting. Two coats of paint to all surfaces is just one of our standers. When it comes to painting the interior of your home , there always special time and care taking. We use only the top experience painters for interiors. We have nothing but respect for you, your home and your belongings. We only use clean drops and plastic in your home. Everything is covered and protected. In most cases we move all the furniture in the middle of rooms and cover. All nail holes and cracks are filled. All wood work, and doors are properly sanded and prepped. At the end of each job there is walk around with me, Rich Harvey, to make sure you are completely satisfied. Call any time, office , cell (916) 869-0000

"Our house was painted in three days. The painting crew professional, answered questions and was respectful in communicated issues when they came up."

John G on November 2020

Armstrong Plumbing

4.85(

641

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Armstrong Plumbing

4.85(

641

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

Your Full Service Plumbing Contractor. Armstrong Plumbing has been servicing the Sacramento area for over 50 years offering commercial and residential services. From technical services to consulting; we do it all! Armstrong Plumbing is proud to be one of the few remaining non-commissioned plumbing shops providing you excellent service at a very competitive price, just read our reviews. Our superior knowledge of older homes and commercial properties is your assurance that every job site we step foot on will be cared for as if it were our own.

"We had a sudden spike in water usage two weekends ago. It was clearly from the water pipe attached to the sprinkler system manifold. I attempted to repair it myself, but the fix didn't take. I called Armstrong based on their reviews on this site. We set up an appointment for the morning (8-12) on the 26th; there was no rush for the fix as we wouldn't need to use the sprinklers for a while and shutting off the water to the sprinkler system stopped the flow. I received a text message on the 25th confirming my appointment for 8am-12pm on the 26th. At 11:55 on the 26th, I called for a status check on the technician. They had me on their schedule for the afternoon. It was confirmed that the text message I was sent confirmed the earlier time frame. They had no explanation for the error. Still not a major issue, but now my entire day was shot. The technician arrived within the time frame. He assessed the issue. It required a simply re-cementing of the fittings, but he wasn't sure it would work (outside temperatures, the PVC pipe itself, etc). He also didn't have the zip ties he wanted that would help secure the pipes while the cement was curing; I didn't have any, either, but I did come with an alternative that he found acceptable. He completed the work, and basically said that we'll have to see if it worked. The good news is that we have some time before I have to turn the water on again which will give the cement time to set. He did offer a quote for replacement of the entire sprinkler manifold as a permanent solution. Although I recognize there are variables in repairs and that it may truly need additional work, I was underwhelmed by the service received."

Blair L on January 2021

Your Full Service Plumbing Contractor. Armstrong Plumbing has been servicing the Sacramento area for over 50 years offering commercial and residential services. From technical services to consulting; we do it all! Armstrong Plumbing is proud to be one of the few remaining non-commissioned plumbing shops providing you excellent service at a very competitive price, just read our reviews. Our superior knowledge of older homes and commercial properties is your assurance that every job site we step foot on will be cared for as if it were our own.

"We had a sudden spike in water usage two weekends ago. It was clearly from the water pipe attached to the sprinkler system manifold. I attempted to repair it myself, but the fix didn't take. I called Armstrong based on their reviews on this site. We set up an appointment for the morning (8-12) on the 26th; there was no rush for the fix as we wouldn't need to use the sprinklers for a while and shutting off the water to the sprinkler system stopped the flow. I received a text message on the 25th confirming my appointment for 8am-12pm on the 26th. At 11:55 on the 26th, I called for a status check on the technician. They had me on their schedule for the afternoon. It was confirmed that the text message I was sent confirmed the earlier time frame. They had no explanation for the error. Still not a major issue, but now my entire day was shot. The technician arrived within the time frame. He assessed the issue. It required a simply re-cementing of the fittings, but he wasn't sure it would work (outside temperatures, the PVC pipe itself, etc). He also didn't have the zip ties he wanted that would help secure the pipes while the cement was curing; I didn't have any, either, but I did come with an alternative that he found acceptable. He completed the work, and basically said that we'll have to see if it worked. The good news is that we have some time before I have to turn the water on again which will give the cement time to set. He did offer a quote for replacement of the entire sprinkler manifold as a permanent solution. Although I recognize there are variables in repairs and that it may truly need additional work, I was underwhelmed by the service received."

Blair L on January 2021

Brooks Painting Inc

4.85(

65

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Brooks Painting Inc

4.85(

65

)

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

Brooks Painting is your local painting contractor serving Yolo, Solano, Sacramento and surrounding counties. Our painters take pride in providing top quality services and attention to detail. Customer service is our priority. We are members of the local Chambers of Commerce, the BBB, and the PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America). Our contractor license # is 737789. Additional Contacts - Kristen Hill, Justin Schimberg, and Jeremy Brooks. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Award winning.

"Brooks painting was great from beginning to end. I had the exterior of my house painted a new color. Ryan and Taylor were great in setting everything thing up with the estimate, colorist coming out, paperwork down to the final payment. Laura made sure that I had that right color that I wanted. She actually found the perfect colors for me. Thomas and Kate were the best I cannot thank them enough, they did such a fantastic job. They were so professional, great customer service, no problems or issues everything went smoothly. I would definitely use them again. "

Debra B on August 2025

Brooks Painting is your local painting contractor serving Yolo, Solano, Sacramento and surrounding counties. Our painters take pride in providing top quality services and attention to detail. Customer service is our priority. We are members of the local Chambers of Commerce, the BBB, and the PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America). Our contractor license # is 737789. Additional Contacts - Kristen Hill, Justin Schimberg, and Jeremy Brooks. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Award winning.

"Brooks painting was great from beginning to end. I had the exterior of my house painted a new color. Ryan and Taylor were great in setting everything thing up with the estimate, colorist coming out, paperwork down to the final payment. Laura made sure that I had that right color that I wanted. She actually found the perfect colors for me. Thomas and Kate were the best I cannot thank them enough, they did such a fantastic job. They were so professional, great customer service, no problems or issues everything went smoothly. I would definitely use them again. "

Debra B on August 2025

Deome 2 Builders Inc

4.89(

92

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Deome 2 Builders Inc

4.89(

92

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

Deome 2 Builders Inc is a family owned & operated home improvement buisness. Servicing, Sacramento, foothills and central valley, Deome 2 Builders specializes in building custom decks as well as creating inviting outdoor living areas. These services include but are not limited to Trex decks, fencing, patio covers. When you choose Deome 2 builders, you choose to work with profesionals who are energetic, love what they do and treat your home like it was their own. Award winning.

"Deome2 Builders just replaced a large wood deck for us using Trex material. I highly recommend them to any one looking for a high quality product and great working relationship. The owners Harley and Fred were great to work with. They very much wanted to have a satisfied customer and involved us all along the way when critical decisions had to be made. Danny, the supervisor on our job, was fantastic and made sure every detail was up to his high standards. He even fixed minor imperfections on his own that could have easily been deemed acceptable by someone not so detailed oriented. We are very satisfied with all aspects of their work and our great new deck."

STUART H on November 2025

Deome 2 Builders Inc is a family owned & operated home improvement buisness. Servicing, Sacramento, foothills and central valley, Deome 2 Builders specializes in building custom decks as well as creating inviting outdoor living areas. These services include but are not limited to Trex decks, fencing, patio covers. When you choose Deome 2 builders, you choose to work with profesionals who are energetic, love what they do and treat your home like it was their own. Award winning.

"Deome2 Builders just replaced a large wood deck for us using Trex material. I highly recommend them to any one looking for a high quality product and great working relationship. The owners Harley and Fred were great to work with. They very much wanted to have a satisfied customer and involved us all along the way when critical decisions had to be made. Danny, the supervisor on our job, was fantastic and made sure every detail was up to his high standards. He even fixed minor imperfections on his own that could have easily been deemed acceptable by someone not so detailed oriented. We are very satisfied with all aspects of their work and our great new deck."

STUART H on November 2025

Complete Spectrum Painting

4.81(

21

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Complete Spectrum Painting

4.81(

21

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

Complete Spectrum Painting is a business that performs high-end paint jobs at reasonable prices. We are detail oriented and only collect payment when our customers are completely satisfied. We do mostly residential and some commercial work. We also do sub-contracting and property management work. If you want your paint job done right, Call us.

"We selected Complete Spectrum after witnessing the results they performed on our neighbours house. Top class all the way. We received a quote which was in the mid range for any licensed contractor. After color selection in which they gladly offered pointers and constructive advice, work commenced mid October 2019. In a nutshell, Jeremy the owner (who also performed the work) achieved a stellar result. Compliments all around from friends and neighbors. Detailed to a fault, conscientious, thorough and clean and tidy with it. Went the extra yard where others would not. If there were a six star rating he would certainly qualify. For those considering Complete Spectrum I would heartily recommend without any reservation Furthermore, not a dollar was laid out until the job was complete and met to our satisfaction."

Mike R on November 2019

Complete Spectrum Painting is a business that performs high-end paint jobs at reasonable prices. We are detail oriented and only collect payment when our customers are completely satisfied. We do mostly residential and some commercial work. We also do sub-contracting and property management work. If you want your paint job done right, Call us.

"We selected Complete Spectrum after witnessing the results they performed on our neighbours house. Top class all the way. We received a quote which was in the mid range for any licensed contractor. After color selection in which they gladly offered pointers and constructive advice, work commenced mid October 2019. In a nutshell, Jeremy the owner (who also performed the work) achieved a stellar result. Compliments all around from friends and neighbors. Detailed to a fault, conscientious, thorough and clean and tidy with it. Went the extra yard where others would not. If there were a six star rating he would certainly qualify. For those considering Complete Spectrum I would heartily recommend without any reservation Furthermore, not a dollar was laid out until the job was complete and met to our satisfaction."

Mike R on November 2019

SHEcan2

4.80(

210

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SHEcan2

4.80(

210

)

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

Hello, I'm Terri Harris and I'm the president and founder of SHEcan2. We are a remodel/repair/design home improvement company. Our services range from fixing that loose towel bar in the hall bath to adding on a new master bedroom suite. We also do rental property maintenance and commercial tenant improvements. We are in the business of seeing your project through your eyes. By listening to your ideas and understanding your budget and time allowances, we're able to better understand how we can help.

"Terri and Steve were great. From the initial project review to completion. I would 100% recommend them for any work."

Barbara L on April 2023

Hello, I'm Terri Harris and I'm the president and founder of SHEcan2. We are a remodel/repair/design home improvement company. Our services range from fixing that loose towel bar in the hall bath to adding on a new master bedroom suite. We also do rental property maintenance and commercial tenant improvements. We are in the business of seeing your project through your eyes. By listening to your ideas and understanding your budget and time allowances, we're able to better understand how we can help.