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Avatar for Ocegueda Painting Corp
Ocegueda Painting Corp
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 Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jorge did a great job staining my fence. He was punctual, professional, and very knowledgeable. I would definitely hire again for future projects."
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
After painting wood
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project

+52

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Precise Painting and Restoration
5.0(
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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 Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tight Line Finishers LLC
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Honest & clean work! If you’re looking for someone to get the job done efficiently, I highly recommend! I was very impressed with the paint job and would hire again."
Staircase
Staircase
Staircase
Drywall patch
Drywall patch

+64

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
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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 Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"The painter was very professional and arrived on time to begin the job,"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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JRG Remodeling
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JRG did an excellent job painting the exterior of my house.Will definitely hire again."
Home remodel
Floor installation
Home remodel
Home remodel
Tile cabinets paint trim appliance installed

+54

Response time5 hrs
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RJE Painting Company
5.0(
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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 Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very fast to come out to provide an estimate. Very fast to provide cost and super reasonable prices. Jason was incredibly polite and professional."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Interior painting

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Fritts Custom Finishing Co.
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 Merrillville, IN 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
Response rate100%
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Robert Anthony Renovations
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 Merrillville, IN 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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Horton Family Group
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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 a deck is typically less expensive upfront than painting. The cost to stain a deck professionally averages around $850, with most homeowners paying between $550 and $1,250, depending on the deck's size. A DIY staining project can cost less than $100. The cost to paint a deck ranges from $500 to $2,000. While the initial cost of staining is lower, it's important to consider long-term expenses. Paint can last up to 10 years, whereas stain needs to be reapplied every few years, which could lead to higher costs over time.

Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it’s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.

The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they’re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.

Choosing the right product involves understanding deck material, desired finish, and local weather conditions. Opt for high-quality, weatherproof formulations ensuring long-term durability and appearance retention.

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