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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: How long should you wait to paint pressure-treated wood until it dries?

• <div><p>You should wait three to six months after you buy it to paint pressure-treated wood. It needs time to dry from the chemicals applied to it. The paint will not adhere to the treated wood as well if it&rsquo;s still wet from chemicals. To test the wooden boards, drip water onto them. If the wood absorbs the water, it&rsquo;s ready for painting. If the water beads up, it&rsquo;s not dry enough to paint yet. You can build your deck or fence while the treated wood is still wet, but you&rsquo;ll need to paint it later. </p></div>

Q: What tools and materials are needed for deck painting or staining?

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

Q: What happens if you don't clean a deck before staining?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t clean your deck before staining, dirt and debris can get stuck to the surface&mdash;which isn&rsquo;t a good look. Plus, the stain won&rsquo;t penetrate the wood properly and won&rsquo;t do such a good job of protecting the deck from bad weather and UV rays. Basically, the stain won&rsquo;t last as long or look as good.</p></div>

Q: What is the best way to apply stain?

• <div><p>Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you&rsquo;re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around <b>four hours</b> between coats.</p></div>

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Last update on January 13, 2026

Reviewed in October 2024
Cleaned my gutters around lanai and house after hurricane Milton came through. They were horrible. Did a great and would hire him again
Alpha Enterprises
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Reviewed in July 2024
Lincoln did a great job - was professional and neat in his work. My parking lot and storefront were pretty bad with weeds and dirt and he did a great job cleaning all that up in time for the 4th of July holiday. I called on short notice too - but he fit me right in!
Arvis
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Reviewed in February 2024
We had our interior repainted as well as the outside of our house stained. Ryan did a great job on both! Very efficient and was very meticulous! I highly recommend Big Mountain Services for all your painting and staining needs. They also stained our deck, which needed lots of help as the sun...
Big Mountain Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2023
We hired FC&T to replace the deck planking and railings as well as staining the front of our cabin as well as the deck planking and railings. They showed up when they said they would and completed the work in a timely manner. I am very happy with the work they did and would not hesitate to...
FC&T's, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
The Hills team did a fantastic job making our site look clean and manicured. Great job thanks.
Hill's Lawn and Grounds Care, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2022
Ben arrived on time of appointment. He showed me various samples of window tinting and explained the options on UV protection and solar heat reduction. He completed my four large windows in less than two hours. I was very impressed on his work and how clean the whole project went..
JAM Enterprises, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Ben was courteous, personable, very professional and knows his trade., I was impressed with his applications of window tinting my four huge windows here in a timely and CLEAN manner.
Jammin Films, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
The carpentry is highly professional. Clint responded to our call immediately and came out to discuss the project. He showed us what needed to be done to replace the existing large deck. He started the project a day early, and completed it early. He also repaired a door frame for us. We...
Outback Carpentry
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Reviewed in April 2021
On time (early actually, called first) good product, good installation, well informed and did good work quickly. Clean! Protected carpets, vacuumed up water and dust afterward. Good advice on what to expect and why certain code updates were needed.
1st Action Plumbing Heating and Air, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2018
This was a very large commercial interior painting job - large kitchen, restrooms, clubhouse w/wood trim, ceilings, doors and a lot of trim work. Jim showed up on time to give me a bid on the job. He is very knowledgeable regarding painting and has great suggestions. He said this job would...
High Mountain Painting
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