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Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
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Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"They were exceptional from start to finish in painting my whole interior of our house. Absolutely one of the best contractors I have worked with in over 40 years of home ownership."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Townsley Contracting, LLC
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Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"Townsley contracting is a great local contractor that backs up his work For a fair price. James is very prompt and personable to work with. Along with replacing our roof James has power washed house, deck, stained deck and fixed woodpecker holes on soffits. All good!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Day Painter
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Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"I was so impressed with the work Carlos and his team did. They worked all day and late into the evening every night to get my whole house painted in 4 days. They were so courteous and polite. It was well worth the price. I would proudly recommend them to everyone and I would definitely hire them again."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Diaz R Home Remodeling LLC
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Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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"Santos & his crew were terrific! They did excellent work, were meticulous and very professional. They never left a mess either—always cleaned everything up. The highest recommendation!"
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Paddy's LLC
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Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"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 time11 hrs
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Yes, beginners can use a paint sprayer, but there is a learning curve. It's important to go slowly, read the instructions thoroughly, and spend some time learning the technique. Watching tutorial videos for your specific paint sprayer model can be very helpful. Before starting your main project, practice on a scrap surface to get used to the sprayer and avoid common issues like overspraying, which can cause drips, bubbles, and other imperfections. For safety, always wear a mask and gloves, and be careful not to touch the sprayer's tip when it's in use, particularly with high-powered airless sprayers.

Constant exposure to inclement weather conditions can damage your deck, causing it to fade, warp, or crack over time. Regular maintenance keeps it looking and performing its best. That means giving it a good cleaning and applying a quality sealant or wood treatment to help defend against moisture, sun damage, and everyday wear.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

By applying protective finishes and using durable materials that withstand weather and time.

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