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Avatar for East Coast Pro Painting, LLC
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 Old Mystic, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Warranties offered

"my wife Susan and I have used east coast pro painting on two houses now and have been very impressed with their work.our first house they painted the inside and also our aluminum siding and even our wood shed in the backyard,matching it with our house and dramatically increasing the desirability and profit when we sold it in 2019.we also had them come to our new house in east hartford for some interior work and staining our fence in the backyard.Sue and I cant say enough good things about Tom and Pantayas professionalism,excellent work ethic and just being easy to work with when it comes to taking care of our painting needs.thank you so much!"
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%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sky City Home Improvement, LLC
4.4(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Old Mystic, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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"Sky City took our old wooden deck away and gave us a beautiful new deck. The process was without problems. The workers were neat with the supplies and produced a wonderful deck. The owner kept us informed as the process went on. Thank you , Sky City!!"
Waterbyry build new deck
Waterbyry build new deck
Waterbyry build new deck
Waterbyry build new deck
New deck (Mystic CT)2016

+297

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DAN'S PAINTING & POWERWASHING
DAN'S PAINTING & POWERWASHING
4.2(
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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 Old Mystic, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a project that needed to be done within a small time frame. Dan was able to work it into his schedule and completed it in short order. He was there when he said he would be and did a great job at a very reasonable price. I could not be happier with his work. Highly recommend Dan's Painting and Power Washing."
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Sonart Construction Corp.
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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 Old Mystic, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

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.

Painted decks typically require a new coat about once every ten years. In between new coats, it's best to maintain your deck by regularly removing debris, washing it down with non-abrasive cleaners, and staying ahead of structural issues, such as loose boards and rotting wood. In some cases, painting a small section of your deck affected by damage or the sun can lower your costs and workload.

The need for a topcoat on a painted deck depends on various factors, primarily the type of paint used and your desired level of protection. Many premium deck paint formulations are self-sealing, eliminating the necessity for an additional topcoat. These paints often have built-in additives that substantially protect against moisture, UV rays, and everyday wear and tear.

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