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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 Saint John, KS and surrounding areas

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"Hi, I’m Yesenia Govea, owner of Goveas Handyman Services. From quick home repairs to carpentry, flooring, electrical, and full remodeling projects, we handle it all with precision and care. Let us take care of your to-do list—call today for professional, reliable service you can trust!"

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Alden Home Repairs & 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 Saint John, KS and surrounding areas

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Hi! I am a self made wealth of information about any home improvement you would like completed. Prided in quality and giving you the best job, so you can be proud of your home. I started in Jr. High School, puting hardware on doors and cabinets to complete a new home build before the owner would occupy. My high school years I worked on the crews building New homes for Phil Martens Enterprise's in Olathe kansas . Since then I've worked for, or came up with permanent solutions for repeated problems at Walmart, Dillons Warehouse, Airport Hilton, Jacam Chemical's, Lowes, Home depot, Cheney Door , Starks Siding Co. Bethany Nazarene Church, Hutchinson PD, Reno Sheriff Dept. Red Rock Contracting . Mike Lee contracting and hundreds of families in kansas. I do this because I love it. And just happen to get paid.\nSome specifics include: Doors - garage, pocket,French,entry,storm,screen,interior,sliding glass. Installation of any door residential or commercial, as well as handles,knobs,locks,and garage door openers.\nInstall Windows & Siding including soffits, custom wrap fascia and trim, mobile home skirting\nHang or repair sheetrock/drywall, and finish smooth or a variety of textures.\nPaint/refinish interior or exterior or floors\nBuild, frame, assemble: home,room,building,shed,garage,deck,stairs,gazebo,furniture,ceiling fans,\nCASE Track loader Services available: Demolition,lot clearing,snow and dirt pile removal, some gravel/rock work and delivery.\nHandyman services and home maintenance programs are also available\n Please call, & we'll promptly take care of anything you need. (620)899-9007\n Sincerely, Alan & Dena Rogers

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M&M 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 Saint John, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"The painting project went very well. Micheal came, did measurements, checked paint prices, and gave me a fair and reasonable estimate. We signed the contract on a Friday, and the next Monday morning, he and his partner showed up ready to work. Everything was power washed, and the next couple of days they did caulking and prep work, including covering all windows. Then on Friday they spray painted two coats on my house and garage. A beautiful job completed one week from signing the contract! I particularly appreciated that Micheal showed up when he said he would, he communicated with me about his plan, and patiently answered all my questions. Both of them were clearly competent and meticulous to details, exceeding my expectations. They were both polite and respectful to me, an elderly woman. An unexpected severe windstorm came up, and they quickly reattached my downspouts before having to leave. But Micheal returned another day to reattach some birdhouses and brackets to my garage. I am very pleased with their work, even my neighbors are impressed. I requested a business card to share with others."
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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 Saint John, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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J & C Remodeling LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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. 

Limewash and whitewash are two techniques used to give brick a light, matte finish, but they differ in composition, application, and permanence. The best choice depends on your aesthetic goals and the specific surface.

Composition

  • Limewash: A natural and environmentally friendly option made from limestone, water, and sometimes pigments. It is breathable and soaks into porous surfaces like brick.

  • Whitewash: Traditionally made from lime, water, chalk, and binders, but a similar look can be achieved with watered-down white paint. It is paint-based and sits on top of the surface.

Appearance and Finish

  • Limewash: Provides a natural, textured appearance that allows the brick's character to show through. It offers a more traditional finish.

  • Whitewash: Creates a softer, more opaque finish, often used for a rustic or shabby-chic style.

Application and Permanence

  • Limewash: Is semi-permanent and can be removed, making it a good choice if you might want to change the look in the future. It requires more skill to apply and cannot be used on previously painted brick.

  • Whitewash: Is a more permanent solution. It is more forgiving to apply and can be used on painted brick. However, because it sits on the surface, it can trap moisture.

Ultimately, if you want a breathable, natural, and reversible finish for unpainted brick, limewash is a great option. If you need a more permanent, opaque coating that can be applied over painted surfaces, whitewash is the better choice. Whitewashing may also be more economical, costing approximately $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

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.

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years

Deck staining or painting safeguards wood against the elements through its protective layer, enhancing decay resistance, prolonging structural integrity, and improving visual appeal.

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