"The crew at Lagunas Painting did an amazing job painting the exterior of our house. The entire process was extremely easy, from getting the quote all the way to completion. Ivan even came by one evening to help us pick the colors when we just couldn?t make up our minds on our own. The whole crew was extremely professional and our house looks amazing!"
"I have had Paint Boss paint the exterior of my home twice including the fence to be stained. The owner, Mike Siegel and his crew are professional, courteous, respectful of me and my property. My home and property are left better than they found it after they have finished the job. I will always highly recommend Paint Boss for any painting needs. I wish I could give them higher than just 5 stars."
"Steven painting did a wonderful job painting the exterior of our home and staining our decks. Steven and team members Betty and Jesus were friendly, had a high attention to detail and got the job done very quickly. We live in Cascade so finding a professional for home improvement projects can be very challenging. Steven Painting was a breath of fresh air. They will be our go-to for any future painting needs."
"I am very happy with the beautiful custom cabinets they created for my office. Perfect fit, easy glide drawers and beautiful exteriors. Reasonably priced. Great attention to detail."
"Andrew with Eccles Painting went above and beyond for us and our home. We had a few problems with the home from previous contractors, but Andrew rose to the task and fixed every single one of them. This company is awesome and we give it the highest possible rating. The quality of work is more than excellent and the customer service is absolutely outstanding. Give them a call. You'll be amazed at how particular, polite and professional this team is!"
"Tim called me right away, came to look at the project, and had our fence painted for a reasonable price all within about 3 days. When we arrived home after work, the property was spotless with a brand new painted fence. We would definitely hire again!"
"These guys were great they were fast careful and the clean up was amazing! After sitting through a ton of roof bids i got the best price and an amazing company to work with I would highly recommend them to everyone!"
"Fantastic experience from Adam Roe Painting. Their amazing team - Susy, Richard, and Jeremiah - did a fabulous job painting the exterior of our home. Professional, arrived on time, helpful and considerate, attention to detail, and care were all ten stars! When you contract with Adam Roe Painting for your painting, be sure to request this team! They are the best. We are so happy with the results, Our home looks beautiful!"
"Tony is great he saved us from a disaster of a painter we previously hired. Always showed up when promised and he did it for a great price! Thanks Tony :)"
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.
When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years.
The need for a topcoat on a painted deck depends on various factors, primarily the type of paint used and your desired level of protection. Many premium deck paint formulations are self-sealing, eliminating the necessity for an additional topcoat. These paints often have built-in additives that substantially protect against moisture, UV rays, and everyday wear and tear.
There are deck restoration products and oil-based wood stains that can help bring back some of the color and shine to your faded Trex decking. However, if your boards are suffering from serious fading due to UV rays or chemical cleaning products, don’t expect miracles. Also, these products are only suitable for use on the older Trex boards, not the capped, second-generation Trex products.
There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for.
The Eagle, ID homeowners’ guide to deck staining services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The best time to stain a deck is when it’s dry but not too sunny. How often you restain a deck depends on climate and wood type, but every two to three years is normal.
