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Avatar for NHV Painters
NHV Painters
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 East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thank you very much for being responsive to my immediate needs for painting both the exterior and interior of my home. The team was great and provided thorough details along the way. Would definitely use NHV painters on other projects! Thanks again for the great job :)"
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
Cabinet Refinishing
Commercial Painting
Painters In Action!

+118

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Paul Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
96
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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 East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill and his crew repaired a badly broken front step (brick foundation with bluestone treads). They essentially rebuilt the foundation, replaced 3 treads, and installed a new railing. Very pleased with the results. Would definitely hire again."
Traditional Home Exterior
Interior Painting
Bathroom Remodel/Makeover - Mason's Island
Interior painting - Mason's Island
 Home painting

+38

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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East Coast Pro Painting, LLC
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 East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is our third time working with Tom and Pantea. We had both interior and exterior painted and now had them paint the railings and spindles on our large deck. As always the workmanship and professionalism were beyond compare. I highly recommend this company and refer friends and family to them. Love them!"
Cedar Shingled Home Ready for some TLC!
Cedar Shingled Home Ready for some TLC!
Cedar Shingled Home Ready for some TLC!
Cedar Shingled Home Ready for some TLC!
Cedar Shingled Home Ready for some TLC!

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Essex Painting Company
5.0(
4
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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 East Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We’re very happy with the work that Dustin and his team have done for us . They are punctual and easy to reach . They are very neat and their attention to every detail is terrific . We are incredibly impressed with the quality of work they have done for us and the fairness in pricing . We will definitely use again and happily recommend their services to friends and family"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

It’s often best to spray on deck sealer. Sprayers can apply sealant more quickly and evenly than rolling while still enabling you to reach tight spaces. When using a sprayer, always use a low-pressure setting at a close distance to ensure an even application. Avoid using sprayers on windy days.

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

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