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Salazar's Pensacola Painting
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Serving Milton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Customers say: True professional

"Beautifully..... Cesar arrived WHEN he said he would and finished when he said he would. He was on time and worked with me on the colors. I'd highly recommend him!"
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Peacock Painting
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Serving Milton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Peacock Painting offers the services that you would consider essential for painting your home or business.\nWhat we do:\ninterior painting/texturing\nexterior painting/spraying\nPaint brick, Fiber cement siding, vinyl siding, wood siding and stucco\npopcorn removal\nlight drywall repair\ntreat and wash homes and businesses\nprotect/wrap floors/fixtures/furniture\nput a smile on your face

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Creative Dreamscape Plus
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Serving Milton, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

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"I needed a retaining wall built on my ravine. I contacted Ken Mathis at Creative Dreamscapes Plus to build it. He also agreed to pressure wash my house, porches and stain a new deck. He also also painted my porches. He listed a fair price. In the meantime I decided to have my house inspected to make sure everything was okay. The home inspector gave me a booklet of all the issues that needed attention. I was apprehensive about hiring different workers to do the various jobs since I have been overcharged a number of times in the past 2 years. I am a 81 year old woman. I asked Ken if he would be able to repair everything on the list. He said yes and I was so relieved and appreciative. Ken Mathis employees Robert and Grady and their crew did outstanding work. I couldnt have been more pleased. They were competent, professional , punctual and polite."
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Shane's Drywall Repair and Painting LLC
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Serving Milton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Great attention to detail! Very considerate to keeping the house items and floors covered during work and cleaned up. I will hire him again in future projects."
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New Covenant Home Services
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Serving Milton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Small jobs welcome

"Very responsive, professional and flexible. Quality work and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend New Covenant Painting!"
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Cutting Edge Coatings, Inc.
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Serving Milton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"Knowledgeable, easy to work with and dependable. Took care of the punch list in a timely manner. I would use them again. Highly recommend."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan and protect it from the elements. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it is not impervious to damage from moisture, sun exposure, splintering, fading, and rot over time. Applying a protective finish creates a shield that preserves the wood's strength and appearance, potentially extending its life by five to 10 years.

When choosing a finish, it's helpful to understand the difference between a sealer and a stain. A sealer sits on top of the wood, whereas a combination stain and sealer soaks into the top layer. Because it penetrates the wood, a stain generally offers better protection against UV damage and rot and lasts significantly longer. For the best results that also preserve the wood's natural color, consider using a near-translucent stain.

To maintain protection, plan on reapplying the stain or sealer every two to three years, either as a DIY project or by hiring a professional.

For the longest-lasting exterior paint, consider acrylic or enamel (oil-based) paints. Acrylic paints, including acrylic latex and acrylic enamel, are known for withstanding harsh weather and sun exposure. Enamel-based paints are also one of the most durable options available. While latex paint is common, it typically has a shorter lifespan than acrylic or oil-based options. The paint's finish also affects its durability; a higher gloss finish is generally more durable. For resistance to moisture and cracking, matte and satin finishes can be effective, while a high-gloss acrylic or oil-based paint offers a combination of maximum longevity and durability.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

Whether you can paint over your existing paint depends on what’s on there. Most of the time, you’ll want to sand down or scrape off the paint that’s currently coating your surface. Epoxy paint, for example, won’t let new paint stick to the surface. Latex paint is more forgiving and will accept a new coat, but a primer is recommended if you’re switching colors.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

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