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Integrity Wood Work
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Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"Onesimo and his team were a pleasure to work with. We had to completely replace our wrap around deck. The price was quoted in a timely manner and they were able to start right away. We encountered an unexpected problem, discussed a solution, and agreed upon a fair price for the change order. They worked everyday except a couple of bad weather days until the deck was complete. Onesimo stayed in regular communication with us and his team was courteous and respectful."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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That 1 Painter Fort Collins
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Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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Warranties offered

At That 1 Painter, our core values of kindness and excellence come together with a unique passion to restore dignity to the painting industry. We do this by treating our employees with the highest respect and professionalism while also ensuring that they treat every customer's home with the same care and respect as their own. I am excited to serve with the mission of improving people's lives through exceptional work, unmatched customer service, and a company culture dedicated to enhancing the world.\n\nGot a painting project in mind? Contact us and we'll be happy to provide you with a free quote.

Response time30 mins
Response rate89%
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C.i.D's Quality Paint and Repairs - Scottsbluff, Nebraska Facebook
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Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time5 days
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan and protect it from the elements. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it is not impervious to damage from moisture, sun exposure, splintering, fading, and rot over time. Applying a protective finish creates a shield that preserves the wood's strength and appearance, potentially extending its life by five to 10 years.

When choosing a finish, it's helpful to understand the difference between a sealer and a stain. A sealer sits on top of the wood, whereas a combination stain and sealer soaks into the top layer. Because it penetrates the wood, a stain generally offers better protection against UV damage and rot and lasts significantly longer. For the best results that also preserve the wood's natural color, consider using a near-translucent stain.

To maintain protection, plan on reapplying the stain or sealer every two to three years, either as a DIY project or by hiring a professional.

There are deck restoration products and oil-based wood stains that can help bring back some of the color and shine to your faded Trex decking. However, if your boards are suffering from serious fading due to UV rays or chemical cleaning products, don’t expect miracles. Also, these products are only suitable for use on the older Trex boards, not the capped, second-generation Trex products. 

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.

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.

Provided conditions are ideal, staining an entire deck should take as little as a couple of hours and up to a couple of days to apply and cure. Additional procedures, like sealing a deck or using additional treatments, may extend the project by a few additional days.

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