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Avatar for Chad Spillers Construction LLC
Chad Spillers Construction LLC
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 Lakeshore, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Chad did an amazing job on my cabinets refacing he also added a backsplash that really topped the project off. He has a good eye. He also paints and stains, I have flipped seven homes in my lifetime and Chad was amazing. He is a good carpenter finisher and also shows up on time and that is a big plus."
Master bath
Master bath entryway
Master bed
Guest/kids (girl) room #1
Guest/kids (boy) room #2

+24

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bahena Painting
5.0(
7
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lakeshore, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Iâ m very satisfied with his work, and work ethic. And his ability to handle the task. But more importantly, he was very neat, and clean. And was very focused on giving us our privacy while working quietly behind the scene. It was definitely a 5 star job."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Old School New School
4.6(
30
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lakeshore, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Rockett also replaced faucets in bathroom kitchen & laundry room. He is quite the SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN with excellent experience. He communicates well, His crew is wonderful. His fee was fair. He was ALWAYS on time, He was efficient, extremely polite, professional but above all VERY LIKEABLE. My husband & I enjoyed having him & his crew in our home for a week."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Raymond Sims Painting
3.8(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lakeshore, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Sims was very timely in giving me an estimate and completing my job in a very rapid manner. I felt very comfortable giving him feedback during the job and he was very helpful assisting me in my final decisions. I recommend him and his staff highly and will be using his services again very soon!!"
paint
sheetrock repair
repaint
carport floor repaint
Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Ipe wood can last up to 75 years with minimal maintenance because its own oils help to preserve it. However, to get the most out of your Ipe wood deck, you should perform some routine maintenance, including regular cleaning, sweeping of leaves and debris, and rinsing spills with a hose. It’s also important to repair any deep scratches as soon as you spot them and reseal the deck annually to protect against scratches and scuffs.

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.

Yes, it is important to wash your deck before painting to ensure the paint applies well and adheres properly. While you don't have to use a pressure washer, it is one of the most efficient cleaning methods. Pressure washing can quickly remove dirt, wood fibers, and flaked paint, getting deeper into the wood than manual scrubbing. You can also clean the deck with a stiff broom and a cleaning solution. Regardless of the method, a clean surface is essential for good paint adhesion. Make sure the deck is completely dry before applying any paint.

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