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Avatar for Fabiano's Construction
Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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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 Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabiano replaced the trim on my front door and other general home repairs. He is kind and respectful and very knowledgeable about contracting and using materials that are long lasting. His pricing is fair and the job is well done! Here are some before and after photos of my door!"
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Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
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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 Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his team were extremely professional, courteous, and friendly. They custom matched stain to match our bannister to our flooring . The quality was excellent and they left the home tidy."
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David Docherty Contracting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went well. Work was completed in a timely manner. We were very satisfied with how the deck looked after the work was completed. Would hire in the future ."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Day Painter
4.4(
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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 Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The customer service was excellent, Carlos responded very well to everything that I needed. I would definitely look forward to doing business with Day Painter again in the future."
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Siding
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interior

+9

Response time1 day
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Vivid Colors Painting & Restoration
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"It was great! Everything went smoothly and it all came out perfect. Vivid Colors was super professional, accommodating and a great company to work with. Absolutely amazing paint job and carpet cleaning work."
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Paddy's LLC
4.3(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paddy's guys did the work and clean up the same day. They did such a great job that their foreman checked their work the same day instead of a week later. They charged a fair price for my tiny house. Will recommend every time!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Diaz R Home Remodeling LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was completed as agreed upon. End result is proof that Santos completed the job as we agreed and then some more. Entire room and ceiling painted also Quality work at a fair price."
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
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Recommended by67%of homeowners
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MAX Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They finished the job ahead of time and cleaned up .. Would recommend 150%"
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Nursey
Interior
Interior
Interior

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
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Fine Finishes By Faunce
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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 Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Basement was dark and bright bold colors. Mr. Faunce made the basement look brand new again! Whole basement is white now and nothing showing through. Very professional and made sure I was happy with the project."
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360 Painting of Wilmington
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"360 Painting has workers that have different skillsets. First, the workers repair the walls and other workers come in to paint."
Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish
Living Room
Family Room
Exterior Painting

+2

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Apply a wood stain or sealant to properly maintain a wood deck railing and keep it looking new. Sealants protect wood from moisture and weathering. Regularly inspect the railing for loose screws, damaged balusters, and other signs of wear to make timely repairs. Routinely clean the railing using mild soap, water, and a soft bristle brush.

Always wait until the morning dew has dried before you stain your deck. The stain needs a fully dry surface to sink into.

The best type of paint for concrete exterior surfaces like concrete porches, steps, or walkways is high-quality exterior-grade paint with strong weather resistance. Acrylic latex blends with tiny anti-slip particles will help create an anti-slip coating for your concrete porch. This type of paint will stand up best to the elements, especially rain, snow, and ice. An exterior epoxy will also help strengthen your concrete porch.

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

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.

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