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Palma's 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 San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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I'm Fernando Palma with Palma's Painting. After I graduated in 2013, I received a call from my former boss to officially start working in his company, I have worked in Painting ever since , doing and focusing in Exterior and Interior Painting . We have done many residential and commercial homes . \nAlthough Painting may sound simple enough, there are many steps and ways in getting things applied the right way , for example ; Any trim with Oil paint used in the past, must be sanded and de-glossed before applying Paint again, otherwise paint will just peel and scratch off easily . It's important that while getting ready to paint, you have done all the necessary steps to make sure you get a solid finish . \nFeel free to give us a call or text with no commitment . \n-Fernando Palma

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Exterior Front doors
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior projects
Exterior projects

+1

Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Gruber Painting
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Best experience ever. Prompt, courteous, fast, careful protecting areas not being painted, paid attention to details! Fair price. Painted all walls and wood trim in a two story, 1800 SF condo in four days. Would definitely hire again."
Interior
Interior Refresh
Craftsman Makeover
Downtown Restoration
Mediterranean Design

+57

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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C P PRO PAINTING INC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Carlos and his team to paint my entire home interior and exterior. They did an excellent job using top quality paint and materials. His crew was prompt and professional and completed the job on time and at a very competitive price. I also just had him paint my sister in laws home exterior in San Jose and again they did an outstanding job. His crew was prompt and finished the job on time and at a very reasonable price. If you are looking to find professional painting crew give Carlos a call !!!"
Los Altos CA
Los Altos CA
Los Altos CA
Los Altos CA
Los Altos CA

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Deck Staining FAQs, answered by experts

No, you don't need to stain Ipe decking, although you can if you want to change the color. You will, however, need to apply a UV coating if you don't want the natural color to fade. Speak to a deck staining specialist near you to discuss the best options if you want to stain your decking. And remember that you’ll need to seal your Ipe wood deck annually to protect it from scratches and Mother Nature.

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.

There’s no single paint that’s the most waterproof. Instead, there are several types of waterproof and water-resistant paints that suit different purposes. Epoxy paint, for instance, is commonly used to provide a waterproof coating to floors and decks. Masonry paint is an excellent choice for exterior walls. Meanwhile, there are waterproof acrylic paints that can be used for interior and exterior walls. It’s more about choosing the best type for what you’re painting instead of the most waterproof paint overall.

You should refinish your deck to maintain its appearance, durability, and longevity. Refinishing your deck protects the wood from foot traffic and the elements. It also helps extend its life span by keeping rot, mildew, and termites at bay. By maintaining your deck, you can avoid the cost of replacing your deck sooner. A refinished deck also looks great and restores some of its original beauty.

The best way to protect a deck is to prevent damage from UV light, water, mold, mildew, insects, and abrasive cleaning methods. Sweep regularly to prevent debris that hides bugs and traps moisture that can result in mold or mildew growth. Use a deck cleaner once a year to remove algae, mold, and mildew. Avoid using pressure washers on high, as they can damage the wood. Applying a deck sealant can protect the wood from UV and water damage, and adding shade can also reduce sunlight damage.

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