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Avatar for Mars Painting
Mars Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario and his team did an excellent job. The crew was prompt, professional, flexible and friendly. They helped making color choices and changes. The painting /staining and cedar wood siding repair was professional. Mario always returned my calls and came on site."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Las Mela's Painting Co.
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This company lived up to their 5 star rating, which is why I chose them over the other estimates I received.. Jasmine was here almost daily to check to make sure that everything was going smoothly and to see whether I had any questions. The gentleman who painted my house did an excellent job. I am extremely pleased with the color and the work and this company"
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painted fence

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Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
27
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Very professional company. They always kept me informed of their progress and they did an excellent job on my deck."
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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New look Property Maintenance
5.0(
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"They were very efficient they did a fabulous job. We were very very pleased with the outcome. We bought the material and they power washed and stain the deck."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Chapman Home Improvements
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Due to surgery, Jon Chapman's right arm was immobilized, but he was able to subcontract in a timely manner and oversee the work of a great painting crew. So we have been pleased with the results."
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Kenosha
5.0(
2
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired Zayne & his team to paint 5+ rooms in our Wisconsin home. From the quote to job completion was seamless - Zayne went above & beyond to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. The crew was always on time & did a fantastic job! They cleaned up after themselves each day and our place was spotless by the end. The paint job looked fantastic. Would hire again & highly recommend!"
Response time3 days
Response rate98%
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Cream City Recovery
5.0(
1
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"These guys did a great job. They were on ti.e every day. Gave a great price and did my quarter round for free. The job looks absolutely amazing. Thank you Joe and dale. Cream City Recovery LLC rocks"
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Robert Anthony Renovations
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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"We had an excellent experience working with Robert Anthony from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented throughout our kitchen remodel. His team completed our renovation on time, kept the workspace clean, and communicated with us every step of the way. The quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations, and you can truly tell they take pride in their work. They transformed our kitcjen beautifully and made the entire process smooth and stress-free for my family. We are beyond happy with our kitchen and we couldn’t recommended him more."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

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.

Most gutter painting pros also specialize in complete home exterior painting. You may save by making your gutter painting part of the cost to paint the exterior of a house in its entirety. Many people have all parts of their home exterior painted simultaneously to keep everything looking equally fresh. Consider having walls, trim, porches, shutters, and doors painted as well.

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.

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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