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Avatar for CARA PVD PAINTING - VENETIAN - DECORATING INC
CARA PVD PAINTING - VENETIAN - DECORATING INC
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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 Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"I was so pleased with CARA PVD the quality of painting 2 bathrooms and staining and varnishing a slatted door for me. Jimmy's attention to detail and quality of work in a timely manner was top notch. Their price wa fair and they left nothing but the work done to know they were there. I highly recommed CARA PVD for your interior painting needs in the Tampa Bay area."
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Carlsons Proficient Painting, INC.
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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 Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Warranties offered

"Carlsons did a great job outside painting our home. Also painted our pool screen enclosure and our cool deck. In addition they added a small fence section to hide garbage containers and AC unit. We also had an outside bathroom door replaced and painted. Carlsons team did a great job. There were a few minor things that needed retouch, I pointed them out and they came back and satisfactorily retouched everything we pointed out. I highly recommend them."
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GULF BAY SOLUTIONS INC.
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Offers commercial services

"We hired David and his team to paint the exterior of our 3 story home along with trim and decking. They were VERY timely and did it very efficiently and did such a great job. They left behind no mess and all the trim work looked perfect. I have referred them to other friends and family and would recommend them to anyone looking to have painting done at a fair price. We will use again."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Meticulous Painting, LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Credit card accepted

"Meticulous painting did a fantastic job on our 100 year old peeling home. We had 3 companies come give us quotes and I liked Keith the best by far. He listened to what we were wanting to do and told me exactly what they needed to do to get us there. It worked out great because he came in with the best quote in the end anyway. During the process he stopped by frequently to check on the crew and was in contact constantly to make sure we were happy with how things were going. The crew upheld the "meticulous" name and truly were meticulous in how they prepped, painted, and paid attention to the details. If I could give them more stars I would. We will definitely use them again in the future."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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MARCIANO ENTERPRISES, INC.
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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 Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

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Emergency services offered

"We recently hired Marciano Enterprises to paint the exterior of our two story home and are very satisfied with the results. Michel was always available for any questions and was very pleasant to work with. He and his crew worked all day and Michael kept us informed about any delays concerning the weather conditions and finished on time. We would highly recommend Michael Marciano for any painting job. Our house looks great."
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Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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American Standard Painting, LLC
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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 Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After I described the details of what I hoped to get from my Pool Deck Refinish project, Matt began to explain the tasks needed to get what I wanted. I could tell by his confident demeanor that this was someone I could trust to get it done, and done right. The quote for the work was received on the same day. The work was scheduled a few days after our agreed-upon price. A price that was easy to accept. Pleased with our deal, Volvo, my assigned painter made the deal all the more worth the price. His attention to detail and concern for my agreement with each planned task were comforting. The finished work was far beyond our expectations. Thank you Matt for sending Volvo to refinish our pool deck and for the timely and reasonable offer. Will strongly recommend your company to our neighbors."
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Response time1 day
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Mikola LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mikalai removed, replaced, caulked and painted some rotten wood siding on my home. I received and approved the estimate on a Friday and the work was completed in one day on the following Tuesday. The work is of the highest quality and the work site was cleaned up as if no one had been there. I was concerned that the plantings in the area would be damaged during the work, but great care was taken and harm was done. I will not hesitate to use Mikola LLC again and highly recommend them for your next project."
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Response time5 hrs
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

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

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. 

Staining a deck is typically less expensive upfront than painting. The cost to stain a deck professionally averages around $850, with most homeowners paying between $550 and $1,250, depending on the deck's size. A DIY staining project can cost less than $100. The cost to paint a deck ranges from $500 to $2,000. While the initial cost of staining is lower, it's important to consider long-term expenses. Paint can last up to 10 years, whereas stain needs to be reapplied every few years, which could lead to higher costs over time.

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.

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