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A+ Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I used George and his crew for the 2nd time because I was so happy using them last summer. As expected, they did an excellent job and my house & deck looks great! George is so easy to talk to and he offers great advice and listens so well to my concerns. The best thing honestly to say about A+ painting is that George takes pride in doing a great job; sadly which is lacking these days with other businesses. I highly recommend him and his crew. He is honestly the best!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Beyond Quality painting
4.9(
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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 San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Julio and his team have done a wonderful job for our exterior painting and deck painting. He is very workable and approachable. I am very pleased about their work and will definitely hire them again for the interior painting."
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Exterior Painting Project- Foster City Ca
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+67

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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Blue 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 San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He showed up on time, gave a reasonable estimate, cleaned & painted deck. Neat workers We are very pleased with experience"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cal Preserving, Inc.
4.5(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The brothers who came did a fantastic job, and made sure I was happy."
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+2

Response time2 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Detail Pro Painting
5.0(
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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 San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Detail Pro Painters were quite good and very detailed."
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Wise Painting, Inc.
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We requested an estimate to paint the exterior of our house and stain our deck. Our split level house was very challenging with wood and composite siding, four dormers, and three chimneys. Our roof was ceramic tile and quite pitched. After three different estimates, we chose Wise Painting who completed the job to our complete satisfaction. Henruy oversaw his paint crew to make sure the job was done without any problems and often joined in doing the work . We highly recommend their quality work."
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Gruber Painting
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came to work on time and cleaned up after themselves. Would definitely hire them again."
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Interior Refresh
Craftsman Makeover
Downtown Restoration
Mediterranean Design

+57

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Penagos Painting
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I plan hire Penagos Painting again to paint my bedroom."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Palma's Painting
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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 San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are fast efficient and thorough. Did a beautiful job and cleaned up after themselves magnificently highly recommend them."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

Essential tools include brushes or rollers, drop cloths, sandpaper or power sanders, and appropriate cleaning supplies. Quality materials ensure long-lasting results.

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal.

It’s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion.

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