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BLACKFRAME BUILD
4.5(
3
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Crunch omaha
Crunch omaha
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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2nd To None Painting, LLC
New to Angi
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At 2nd To None Painting, LLC, we’re a husband-and-wife team dedicated to transforming homes and businesses with precision and care. Serving Des Moines, IA metro and surrounding areas, we pride ourselves on professional workmanship, timely service, and a personal touch for every project.

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Donovan Holterhaus
5.0(
2
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Donovan was very prompt in responding to my project. He was well prepared, courteous and very professional. My project looked great and his communication was superb. I would highly recommend him."
Wood Fence &Gate
Wood Fence & Gate
Wood Pickett Fence
Wood Pickett Fence
Patio & Firepit

+14

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Ron The Handyman
New to Angi
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We bring years of expertise and dedication to every project. With a strong background in customer service and technical proficiency, we prioritize delivering top-notch results that exceed expectations. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices. Whether it's troubleshooting complex issues or providing routine maintenance, we approach each task with precision and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery. \n

Handyman
Assembly side table
Assembly side table
Assembly side table
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kellis Clean Korners
4.6(
18
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired them to move me and complete the move out cleaning of the apartment. They moved everything with care and cleaned thoroughly carpet and all-the apartment looked new. I wholeheartedly recommended them. I will be a repeat customer."
Historical house painting
Historical house painting
Historical house painting
Historical house painting
Historical house painting

+13

Response time3 days
Recommended by26%of homeowners
Straight Line Painting
5.0(
1
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call today for a free estimate!!

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Limewash and whitewash are two techniques used to give brick a light, matte finish, but they differ in composition, application, and permanence. The best choice depends on your aesthetic goals and the specific surface.

Composition

  • Limewash: A natural and environmentally friendly option made from limestone, water, and sometimes pigments. It is breathable and soaks into porous surfaces like brick.

  • Whitewash: Traditionally made from lime, water, chalk, and binders, but a similar look can be achieved with watered-down white paint. It is paint-based and sits on top of the surface.

Appearance and Finish

  • Limewash: Provides a natural, textured appearance that allows the brick's character to show through. It offers a more traditional finish.

  • Whitewash: Creates a softer, more opaque finish, often used for a rustic or shabby-chic style.

Application and Permanence

  • Limewash: Is semi-permanent and can be removed, making it a good choice if you might want to change the look in the future. It requires more skill to apply and cannot be used on previously painted brick.

  • Whitewash: Is a more permanent solution. It is more forgiving to apply and can be used on painted brick. However, because it sits on the surface, it can trap moisture.

Ultimately, if you want a breathable, natural, and reversible finish for unpainted brick, limewash is a great option. If you need a more permanent, opaque coating that can be applied over painted surfaces, whitewash is the better choice. Whitewashing may also be more economical, costing approximately $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

If you don’t treat a cedar fence, it will turn from reddish brown to gray over time. You can keep the cedar from graying and retain its attractive, deep red color by sealing your cedar fence with a stain that keeps the wood’s oils in and serves as a barrier against the sun’s UV rays.

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.

While power washing isn't a requirement before you stain a fence, it can make the job much easier and faster while reducing manual labor requirements. The stain will not work if the wood is full of dirt and dust, so power washing, sometimes called pressure washing, is a fast and effective way to prepare the wood for staining. Remember that you need to stain or repaint relatively soon after the wood has dried so that there isn’t time for dust and dirt to build up again. 

When applying multiple coats, wait four to six hours for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.

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