Top-rated deck staining pros.

Get matched with top deck staining pros in Merrill, IA

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your deck staining project in Merrill, IA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Deck staining pros in Merrill

Avatar for Liberty Exterior Solutions LLC

Liberty Exterior Solutions LLC

5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro

Liberty Exterior Solutions LLC

5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
128 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We are an exterior cleaning business. We use multiple ultra pure water filtration systems that include DI/RO filters it doesn’t leave hard water spots on your siding, no spots/streaks on your windows, no harsh chemicals on your home or surrounding flowers/plants! We clean the list below: •Window Wash •Siding Wash •Gutter Flush •Deck Buff •Roof Wash •Driveway Buff •Tree Trim/Removal •Solar Panel Wash •Water Dock Wash

"They did my siding and deck and when I tell you it was a full 180, I mean it. It looks incredible. "

Kylee S on June 2025

We are an exterior cleaning business. We use multiple ultra pure water filtration systems that include DI/RO filters it doesn’t leave hard water spots on your siding, no spots/streaks on your windows, no harsh chemicals on your home or surrounding flowers/plants! We clean the list below: •Window Wash •Siding Wash •Gutter Flush •Deck Buff •Roof Wash •Driveway Buff •Tree Trim/Removal •Solar Panel Wash •Water Dock Wash

"They did my siding and deck and when I tell you it was a full 180, I mean it. It looks incredible. "

Kylee S on June 2025

Avatar for Sentri Homes

Sentri Homes

No reviews yet

Sentri Homes

No reviews yet
31 local quotes requested

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Avatar for BH Mechanical

BH Mechanical

No reviews yet

BH Mechanical

No reviews yet
2 years of experience

Master level technician. I work on heavy equipment. My specialty is electrical and welding. I am a certified welder. I have certifications in high voltage. I work on everything from big cranes to passenger. I work on passenger vehicles, bobcats, forklifts, and manlifts. I also work on appliances, gaming consoles, TV's etc. I am a mobile mechanic with a service truck. I also do home improvement projects.

Master level technician. I work on heavy equipment. My specialty is electrical and welding. I am a certified welder. I have certifications in high voltage. I work on everything from big cranes to passenger. I work on passenger vehicles, bobcats, forklifts, and manlifts. I also work on appliances, gaming consoles, TV's etc. I am a mobile mechanic with a service truck. I also do home improvement projects.

Works By Weiss

No reviews yet

Works By Weiss

No reviews yet

At Works By Weiss we specialize in all of your paint and finish needs. From interior paint and staining to cabinets and furniture we provide a variety of services.

At Works By Weiss we specialize in all of your paint and finish needs. From interior paint and staining to cabinets and furniture we provide a variety of services.

Zed Construction

No reviews yet

Zed Construction

No reviews yet
6 years of experience

general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home

general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home

Avatar for J&J Construction

J&J Construction

No reviews yet

J&J Construction

No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

J&J Construction does Remodels, siding, windows, doors, concrete, painting, flooring, drywall,and more. We will treat you right and get it done the way the customer wants it. This is a family business and with lots of knowledge wit the construction trade. We give free estimates. Find us on Facebook j&j construction. we are located in sioux city, IA

J&J Construction does Remodels, siding, windows, doors, concrete, painting, flooring, drywall,and more. We will treat you right and get it done the way the customer wants it. This is a family business and with lots of knowledge wit the construction trade. We give free estimates. Find us on Facebook j&j construction. we are located in sioux city, IA

...
Showing 1-10 of 53
Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Pressure-treated wood can not only be painted and stained, but it should be; doing so will help to prevent surface or deck board cracking. Allow the wood to dry out before painting it, as pressure-treated wood from the hardware store takes longer to dry than kiln-dried lumber. If water beads on the surface, it needs additional time to dry—in fact, it can take weeks or even months to fully dry. As soon as the wood absorbs water on the surface, it is ready to be painted or stained.

You don’t have to pressure wash your deck before painting. However, you must clean the deck, and pressure washing is one of the most efficient methods. Pressure washing quickly removes flaked paint, wood fibers, and embedded dirt. It also gets much deeper into the wood surface than manually scrubbing the deck—and the cleaner the deck, the better the paint can adhere. Ensure the wood is fully dry before applying paint.

It’s best to use an exterior latex acrylic paint to promote maximum adhesion to composite decking. This flexible paint type can better cope with the natural expansion and contraction that can occur with composite deck boards. Oil-based paints won’t adhere as effectively and are more likely to crack and peel as the boards flex. Testing whether your chosen paint will stick on an inconspicuous section or a spare board is a good idea.

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 is usually dry to the touch within 6 to 8 hours, but you should let each coat sit for 24 hours before applying another coat or applying a protective coat over it. If you applied your stain in high humidity or cold temperatures, you may need to wait up to 48 hours for the stain to dry completely.

The Merrill, IA homeowners’ guide to deck staining services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles