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Precise Painting and Restoration
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Job! Painted the shutters and front door Replaced front porch columns Removed indoor/outdoor carpet and painted the porch."
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Response time1 day
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MNM Painting and Decorating
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN 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%
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Tight Line Finishers LLC
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN and surrounding areas

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"I hit this gentleman up in need of assistance to get the inside of my house repainted. i give it to Mr. polsgrove. Everything he did was on point and professional, from prep work to finish. Made sure everything was tapped off properly and done the correct way. No mess for me to clean up at all and everything looked GREAT! I will definitely be getting in contact for more work to be done. Highly recommend! Outstanding work!"
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RJE Painting Company
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Very fast to come out to provide an estimate. Very fast to provide cost and super reasonable prices. Jason was incredibly polite and professional."
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Fritts Custom Finishing Co.
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN and surrounding areas

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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

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Roll With It Painting
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick with Roll with it Painting painted the outside of my house last summer. He did an excellent job and was easy to work with. I would use him again!"
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Horton Family Group
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Serving Burns Harbor, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Horton and his worker Alex were extremely professional, prompt, reasonably priced. Iâ m looking forward to completing more projects with this company."
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Response time2 days
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

It is not always necessary to remove old stain before restaining a deck. If the previous stain is in good condition and is compatible with the new stain, you may be able to apply a new coat after thorough cleaning. However, if the old stain is in bad condition, flaking, or peeling, it is best to remove it completely to ensure an even surface and proper adhesion for the new coat. Staining over a damaged layer can lead to an uneven finish and poor penetration. For best results, test a small area first and consult the stain manufacturer's guidelines.

Provided conditions are ideal, staining an entire deck should take as little as a couple of hours and up to a couple of days to apply and cure. Additional procedures, like sealing a deck or using additional treatments, may extend the project by a few additional days.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

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