Is painting a pool deck a good idea?

• <div><p>If you have a smooth, already bonded concrete surface, painting a concrete pool deck can be a great way to brighten up the area and add longevity. If the surface has another covering or a different type of paint has been used previously, you won’t be able to paint it without removing the existing coating. Wooden decks benefit from painting as it helps to keep them watertight. Quality pool deck paints also help make the surface less slippery and less likely to gather mold and mildew or prematurely crack.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best way to paint baseboards with carpet?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;ve already installed your carpet and your baseboards need a fresh coat, painter&rsquo;s tape can help ensure the paint stays on the wall and off the flooring. Be sure to add a margin of 2 to 3 inches of tape along the carpet to give yourself extra space for any unexpected spills or drips. You should also lay down a plastic tarp and secure it as close to the wall as possible with painter&rsquo;s tape.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of paint sprayers?

• <div><p>Paint sprayers come with a few disadvantages, with the most notable being the up-front cost. You&rsquo;ll spend a few hundred dollars on a paint sprayer in most cases, while a roller and brushes will typically cost under $40. Sprayers also require more preparation to cover the areas you don&rsquo;t want to paint, and they require more technique to get your paint applied without drips or bubbles from applying too much paint at once. </p></div>

Q: Can you paint directly on new plaster?

• <div><p>New plaster must be fully dry and cured before painting. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-plaster-take-to-dry.htm">drying time for plaster</a> ranges from 1 to 4 hours, but the curing process can take more than five days, depending on various factors, including humidity levels, temperature, the amount of plaster used, and airflow in the area. You should always apply primer before painting plaster. </p></div>

Q: What type of finish should I use?

• <div><p>A finishing layer is an important step in the staining process. A top coat helps make a stain last longer by protecting it from spills, scratches, and natural weathering.</p><p>A lacquer finish is thin, fast-drying, and best used for cabinets, molding, and trim. It&rsquo;s not recommended for outdoor furniture. Another option is varnish, which has a glossy finish with a protective film and is often used on outdoor wood objects. Polyurethane, known as &ldquo;liquid plastic,&rdquo; dries quickly but doesn&rsquo;t hold up well in the heat. Lastly, a shellac finish adds a warm tint to wood but is affected by heat.</p></div>

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Last update on December 06, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
They provided excellent service and communication of what was going on weather delays and job progress. We found and hired them when our original painting crew would not finish the job on our new home so when time came for the garage brendon and his crew got the job just not on price which was...
True Paint LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
Bryce did an excellent job painting our lake house! He was easy to work with and made sure we got exactly what we were wanting. I would definitely recommend him!
Platinum Prowash & Paint
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Reviewed in June 2021
We hired them to paint 4 interior rooms and garage. We were very happy with the results. They did a great job and took their time to do quality work! Justin was very knowledgeable, nice and professional to work with. We will hire them again and recommend to others.
JnS Professional Services
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Reviewed in November 2020
I hired them to come in and paint whole house after another paint company messed up the house Chad came in and did a very professional job thanks again for job well done
Finken Painting
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Reviewed in February 2020
Phil and his crew rearranged their current jobs to ensure that our floors were refinished in time to get the painting done before our move-in date. We also asked them to remove all the baseboards and quarter round - which was good thing because then we could see how poorly the flooring had been...
Oak Wood Floors
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Reviewed in February 2020
Marco is professional and responsive, and his work is very good. WE hired Penagos Painting to completely repaint the interior of a house and its garage that we had just purchased. They did a really good job covering the awful paint on our textured walls, and repainted the trim and doors in...
Penagos Painting
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Reviewed in August 2016
All went very well. Gloria came in and asked a few questions on how we used the area. I should of given her more details there, but it all worked out anyway. She asked for accessories from closets and other areas of my home. She used things in different ways than I would of thought to do, and...
Windy Ridge Interiors
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Reviewed in March 2014
Jon and his team were very professional and did a really nice job. They painted trim , doors and door ways throughout my home. Additionally, the repainted my family room doing a specialized technique. I am very happy with how it all turned out and I will be working with Loudoun Custom...
Loudoun Custom Coatings
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Reviewed in November 2009
We are very particular, so a four star from us is probably similar to a five star from most people. Sam and his crew were diligent and timely. We needed the job done by a specific date and they made it happen. Work looks very good. A few details were overlooked, but I know a call to Sam would...
S&B Renovations
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