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Ocegueda Painting Corp
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had our deck re-stained and it turned out great. Jorge was very helpful throughout the process and was able to adjust to our schedule. I would highly recommend them for any painting or staining repairs."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Precise Painting and Restoration
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

"Juan and his team did an outstanding job painting my deck! My deck looks like a brand new deck. Juan and his team was very professional and polite! My neighbors came over and looked at my deck and they had the same thought as I........The deck looks brand new. Again I tip my hat to Juan and his team for an OUTSTANDING JOB. I will definitely call on Juan again! Stephanie Taylor Griffith Indiana"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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MNM Painting and Decorating
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I highly recommend Guillermo and his crew. They responded to my questions promptly and professionally. They were very neat and take pride in their work as the finished job was exceptional. I am extremely pleased with the quality of their work!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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ER Painting
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Great communication! Efrain and his team were punctual and professional. In addition to painting bedrooms, they painted our kitchen cabinets, stained our deck and applied concrete paint to our garage floor. They did a great job!"
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Fritts Custom Finishing Co.
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Family Owned & Operated since 1997\nWe specialize in bringing a high quality finish to any space.\nFritts Custom can handle any job from residential to commercial. \nInterior and Exterior coatings

Response time4 hrs
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

Choosing whether your deck should be lighter or darker than your house is a matter of personal preference, as there is no right or wrong answer. However, considering the pros and cons of each can help guide your decision. Darker colors are often chosen because they show less dirt, footprints, and marks from daily wear, making them easier to keep clean. On the other hand, lighter deck colors tend to stay cooler in the summer. From a design perspective, using a deck color that contrasts with your home's exterior can help make the deck a more defined and distinct feature. Consulting color theory can also make the process of choosing a complementary house and deck color combination easier.

Aftercare includes routine cleaning, checking for water repellency, and promptly addressing any chips or peels, maintaining the deck's appearance and functionality.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

If your biggest concern is making sure your deck doesn’t show dirt, opt for a darker neutral color that blends in well with your surrounding landscape. A rich brown or dark grey are both good options that work with a variety of house colors. A high-quality acrylic paint is easy to clean and maintain, so it might be worth spending the money on.

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