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Dave Navarro Construction
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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 Forest City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"The workmanship was excellent. The work was completed within the time frame agreed upon as well as the price quoted. Everything was done very professionally from start to finish. I HIGHLY recommend Dave Navarro Construction for any interior remodeling. I will definitely use him again - without hesitation."
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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 Forest City, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I have 18+ years exp. Painting interior and exterior surfaces. I have a steady hand, along with an eye for detail. I live in mason city, IA, and am flexible with my time. Always aiming for customer satisfaction and pride myself on providing quality work. Reasonably priced.

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Brinkman Home Painting
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Forest City, IA and surrounding areas

I'm starting a new part of my life today. A business owner is whats in my future. My painting parter relocated and left me behind, so it's time to my skills to the test of a lifetime. I'm excited to meet all my new customers/friends.

Barrios construction LLC
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Forest City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Credit card accepted

Barrios Construcción LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

CONSTRUCTION REMODELING L.L.C.
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Forest City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with CONSTRUCTION REMODELING L.L.C., you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

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.

DIY staining or painting is manageable with proper preparation, including safety measures, necessary tools, and adherence to safe weather conditions for application.

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