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MAR Painting
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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 Tamms, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired MAR Painting to paint our home's exterior and were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The communication was excellent, with clear explanations of the process and timelines. The team arrived on time, worked efficiently, and paid incredible attention to detail, ensuring a perfect finish. Our house looks fantastic, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We highly recommend MAR Paintingfor any exterior painting project!"
Response time2 days
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B&G Painting & Drywall
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Tamms, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"B&G finished the drywall and wood trim, painter walls and trim, and did a decorative concrete surface in the office and bathroom in my pole barn. They treated it like it was a room in my home, very well-finished surfaces, used their materials as well as some of mine, were VERY clean during the process and clean-up afterward. returned calls promptly, arrived at worksite right on time each day and were priced very reasonably. I would recommend these guys highly for any painting and surface finishing. I will be using them again!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Painters Unlimited
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Tamms, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"Ron Laster and his crew are first rate! He is polite, thorough and very professional. They did an excellent job on the vinyl siding. My building looks fantastic. I could not be more pleased. I will be hiring them for more jobs around the house. Painters Unlimited is a company in which one can have complete confidence."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C&J painting
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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 Tamms, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chad painted our 30 year-old+ Morton building and it looks fabulous. The paint had faded and the building was looking pretty tired. Chad power-washed and then repainted using paint that will last for many years. I really appreciated the quality work. The lines between the two colors we chose were tight. Additionally, Chad overcommunicated to ensure we had current status without question--especially given this was such a large job. For example, it was raining one of the days he was scheduled to paint. He called anyway to make sure we knew he would not be there and provide an update on status. Awesome customer focus and experience! Excellent results! Highly recommend!"
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Anderson & Son's Construction
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Tamms, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A very responsible and reliable team. Quick responses and very fair, professional and effective. The Anderson's can do it all... from the small jobs to the major repairs and upgrades. I just moved again and lost their number; they contacted me immediately thereafter. Good people. Honest, hard-working and fair.Highly recommended."
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Response time2 days
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.

Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it’s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors.

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

Yes, you must thoroughly clean your deck before staining. If you don't, dirt, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped between the wood and the new stain. This not only looks unsightly but also prevents the stain from penetrating the wood properly, reducing its ability to protect the deck from weather and UV rays. As a result, the stain won't last as long or look as good. Any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage. Always wait at least 48 hours after cleaning for the wood to dry completely before applying stain.

Staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan and protect it from the elements. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it is not impervious to damage from moisture, sun exposure, splintering, fading, and rot over time. Applying a protective finish creates a shield that preserves the wood's strength and appearance, potentially extending its life by five to 10 years.

When choosing a finish, it's helpful to understand the difference between a sealer and a stain. A sealer sits on top of the wood, whereas a combination stain and sealer soaks into the top layer. Because it penetrates the wood, a stain generally offers better protection against UV damage and rot and lasts significantly longer. For the best results that also preserve the wood's natural color, consider using a near-translucent stain.

To maintain protection, plan on reapplying the stain or sealer every two to three years, either as a DIY project or by hiring a professional.

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