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SL Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SL Paintingâ s work is of high quality and they work quickly. I have hired them for all of my painting projects. I also recommend them to all of my real estate clients."
metal roof
metal roof
metal roof
metal roof
metal roof

+47

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Empire Company
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bruno and his team are amazing to work with! The work is exceptional and very reasonably priced. We had a porch repair and power washing of our home and it was all done in a day! We are so very pleased with The Empire Company and will be hiring them for our future home projects and repairs!"
Pawtucket RI
Pawtucket RI
Pawtucket RI
Pawtucket RI
Pawtucket RI

+12

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Abracadabra Painting
4.8(
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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 Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two words: Smooth & professional. Bryan kept us up to date with start dates, painted our house in 2 days-on the timeline he committed to. Excellent, knowledgeable, easy to approach staff. Abracadabra employs multiple women staff members which you don't always see in this field. I have no idea why anyone would use any other company in Western Mass? Would use them again, no question about it."
Interior
Exterior
porch
Victorian
Federal

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Sonart Construction Corp.
2.3(
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 Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

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Burns & Co.
4.9(
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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 Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael tiled my kitchen, bathrooms, and basement floors. I’ve referred him to all my friends and family. He not only gave me the best price around, but went above and beyond what he said he would do. I’m an older, single woman who doesn’t trust many folks these days. He restored my confidence & did an outstanding job. I couldn’t be more pleased."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Bathroom remodeling
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+112

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Pro Coat Painting
4.6(
23
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chris, Amy and Joe were a pleasure to deal with. The work done was excellent. The estimate was exactly what we paid. We are planning an interior job at some point in the next year and I wouldn't hesitate to use Pro Coat again. Thanks, everyone."
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 Annunciation Church
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Front of Church
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+10

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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All-Terior Painting and Power Washing Services
4.7(
29
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company! We were first time home buyers and Matt (owner) was very helpful and did a great job on the plaster work and painting! He was even able to recommend other company s to help with our other home repair needs. You can t ask for a better company to do work for you."
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+336

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Choosing whether your deck should be lighter or darker than your house is a matter of personal preference, as there is no right or wrong answer. However, considering the pros and cons of each can help guide your decision. Darker colors are often chosen because they show less dirt, footprints, and marks from daily wear, making them easier to keep clean. On the other hand, lighter deck colors tend to stay cooler in the summer. From a design perspective, using a deck color that contrasts with your home's exterior can help make the deck a more defined and distinct feature. Consulting color theory can also make the process of choosing a complementary house and deck color combination easier.

Limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces if you apply them correctly. Use on non-suitable surfaces can cause issues. For instance, applying limewash or whitewash to surfaces with existing sealants or incompatible materials may lead to poor adhesion or flaking. Also, harsh cleaning agents on limewashed or whitewashed surfaces can damage the finish. Proper preparation, application, and maintenance ensure that limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces.

While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there’s no moisture on the house, and the temperature will likely be moderate and the sunlight less direct. Starting mid-morning should also give you enough daylight and pleasant weather to work on the job for several hours.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

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.

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