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Avatar for Precise Painting and Restoration
Precise Painting and Restoration
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Juan and his crew. They painted my garage and 2 story home. Juan and his crew were prompt, polite, very professional. They answered all my questions and as they worked, they addressed all the details of the project, as we had discussed. They kept their work area clean as they painted and cleaned up the work area completely when they were finished each day. They appropriately protected areas and items near the painting that they were not painting. Juan and his crew kept me up to date with the project as it progressed. Juan and his crew were a pleasure to work with."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for CertaPro Painters® of Chicago
CertaPro Painters® of Chicago
4.3(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Based on previous reviews, this contractor may do great work. However, his lack of professionalism and the heated way in which he spoke to me after a technology-related miscommunication left me uncomfortable pursuing a working relationship with him."
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Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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MNM Painting and Decorating
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I wanted to get my house painted, wood stained and a couple leaks in the ceiling fixed. I reached out on Angi where they recommended MNM. I'm really happy that I decided to go with them. They have really good reviews and I saw some of their pictures on their website. Guillermo was super responsive and they started the project within days. I've lived in this house for 10 years and have done nothing with these walls so they had a lot of work to do. I'm so extremely happy with the outcome. They transformed this house. Guillermo and Sammy were both so kind and professional. If I had anything that I noticed that needed a touch-up Guillermo came back in about a week and fixed everything. Very trustworthy, Great price and extremely professional. They will be my go-to for any painting projects moving forward. Thank you both so much for all your hard work!"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Hazes Glory Homes
Hazes Glory Homes
4.6(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was such a wonderful job done!! I was not expecting to love all the work but my expectations were exceeded. I knew that I needed to find someone who specializes in painting because doing all this work by myself would've taking forever but they were able get all the work done in such a short period of time. I wanted the work done for my mom's house since we don't have many people to come out and help us. I would recommend Hazes Glory Homes to anyone who needs efficient and beautifully done work."
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CMC Remolding, LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The job consisted of basically a whole house renovation. Started out small but ended up to be much needed gut rehab. Workers were always pleasant and on time, very meticulous about little things, which I appreciated."
Response time2 days
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

Eggshell and satin finishes are best for porches because they sit in the sweet spot between scuffable matte and distracting high gloss. Your porch sees a fair amount of wear and tear, so you don’t want paint that’ll show every mark like matte, but you don’t want to be blinded by glossy paint in the sun either. Eggshell and satin have durability and a look that sits nicely in the middle.

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

To make sure the paint won’t bubble as you apply it, make sure to paint on a day that’s cooler than 85 degrees Fahrenheit. When the temperature is too high, the paint won’t dry evenly, which can result in bubbles forming on the surface. Another way to prevent paint from bubbling is to clean the walls, apply primer, and let everything dry completely before you begin.

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