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Avatar for Art Work Painting, LLC
Art Work Painting, LLC
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sergio and his crew do excellent work and make suggestions regarding products to provide the best looking and longest lasting end result. They refinished our very worn and peeling deck and made it look like new again. I highly recommend using Art Work Painting."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
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Coastal Home Renovations
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Project was to replace decking, steps and railings on 12x20 deck and front porch. The crew was very careful during the removal and disposal of all of the old material and did an excellent job installing the new decking, steps and railings. Joe was very resourceful in resolving the only minor issue that arose during the project. We are very satisfied with the entire project."
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Sam's Painting & Home Improvement
4.6(
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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"The 3-level deck structure consists of a 2nd floor deck, 1st floor above-ground deck and a lower ground deck The project involved 3 phases - repair/prep, raise/level, sand/stain - and was completed in 4 days. Sam's solutions for leveling the deck and also the installation of flashing to resolve a water problem were great! Sam and his team provided high quality workmanship at a very reasonable cost. They are dependable and very easy to work with. Thank you!"
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Bennett Bros Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill and Jim did an EXCELLENT job of painting my walls going up to the 2nd floor, the living room and all the trim. They were very neat in their work, and cleaned up all their supplies without any mess leftover. I would DEFINITELY recommend them to anyone who needs some painting done, AND they were very reasonable with their price, and because I was impressed with their work, I gave them a $200.00 bonus. HIRE THEM!!!!"
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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RE Painting & Drywall, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Power washed a front concrete porch and a very stained wood deck. The deck in particular came out like new. Excellent work and very pleasant people. The only inconvenience was that the appointment time was changed several times."
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+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Paddy's LLC
4.3(
218
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job on the roof at a reasonable price in comparison to the other quotes I received from other big name companies. Roof was a 20 year old and need an update. Appreciate, the straight to the point sales pitch. Constant communication throughout the process. Happy with the job thus far. Will continue to monitor for any issues."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

Essential tools include brushes or rollers, drop cloths, sandpaper or power sanders, and appropriate cleaning supplies. Quality materials ensure long-lasting results.

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.

Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years.

Choosing whether your deck should be lighter or darker than your house is a matter of personal preference, as there is no right or wrong answer. However, considering the pros and cons of each can help guide your decision. Darker colors are often chosen because they show less dirt, footprints, and marks from daily wear, making them easier to keep clean. On the other hand, lighter deck colors tend to stay cooler in the summer. From a design perspective, using a deck color that contrasts with your home's exterior can help make the deck a more defined and distinct feature. Consulting color theory can also make the process of choosing a complementary house and deck color combination easier.

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