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Martin Home Improvement
5.0(
4
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+1 more

Serving Walnut, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bruce came in on pool house project that was started with very poor quality. Bruce had to redo many aspects of the house that the first contractor did. He fixed all of the previous errors and finished the project! It looks amazing!!!"
Replacing Treads
Removing Treads and Pads
Removing Treads
Almost finished
Stairs redone and refinished

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shely's Painting
4.5(
6
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Walnut, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Easy to work with and on our schedule. We were so pleased we hired them for two other jobs that we were equally pleased with. They do handyman work of all kinds and we will call with more of our repair needs."
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+25

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

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.

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.

Choose based on climate, finish preference (glossy, matte), and durability. Tailored coatings also provide longevity.

We don’t recommend it. A wired brush or a brush with metal bristles damages concrete and asphalt during the stain removal process. For the best results, stick to nylon stiff enough to do the job but gentle enough to keep from scratching the driveway. For extra caution, skip the brush entirely and use towels.

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