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Melvin Power Wash
4.3(
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Warranties offered

"Great work power washing, staining, and leveling our large deck. Melvin came out to give us a decent estimate. Workers worked for 2 days straight on the project and were pleasant and professional. Customer service kept up to date on the project and was also very pleasant and professional. I now have a beautiful deck. Would hire again without a doubt!"
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project

+76

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Evolution Painting Company, Inc.
4.8(
129
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Evolution Painting. We had carpentry work that needed to be done as well as staining the house. When a couple of unforeseen items popped up, they were taken care of as well. Each day, when they left you would never know they were there...excellent clean-up. My house looks great!"
Ashland, MA
Dover, MA
Franklin, MA
Medfield
Medway, MA

+18

Response time1 day
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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First Class Painting and Contracting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Willyan and his crew did an exceptional job from day 1. Everything was explained up front and done professionally. He even replaced some broken solar deck lights at no cost which was a pleasant surprise that surpassed my expectations. Our home looks better than ever and have his team to thank for that. Highly recommend contacting Willyan for your next painting project if you want to be treated with “first class” service."
Exterior garage door staining
Rotted garage structure and trim replacement
Deck primed and painted in Marlborough
Rusted metal framing demolished and rebuild
End result from demolished metal framing

+14

Response time1 day
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"This took place a couple of years ago. What I remember is a personable crew, had no problems with scheduling or neatness. However, we had to have them back to re-paint some stained areas of 2 bathroom ceilings. We ended up fixing them ourselves. I don't remember the cost."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Reliant Painting Company
5.0(
92
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"The outside of our house needed a refresh. Reliant painting did a great job protecting the roof, walkway, plants and the new Deck. They did a great job at a fair price. We are very happy with our freshly painted exterior."
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Royal Construction Services
4.8(
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ariela and Gustavo did an amazing job staining our large deck and porch. She helped us choose colors, worked efficiently, and the result looks awesome. Would definitely hire Royal again."
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Gold Painting, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Bellingham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex and his crew did a wonderful job painting the exterior of the house and performing some much needed carpentry work. Each member of the crew was friendly and very responsive. The work was completed in a timely fashion. I've already recommended Alex and his crew to one of my neighbors."
Dining room
Stairs
Hall
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Satin paint is generally considered a better choice for woodwork—including trim, baseboards, cabinets, and doors—than flatter finishes like eggshell or matte. Its soft sheen enhances architectural details and stands up well to frequent cleaning and daily wear. Compared to eggshell and matte finishes, satin is more durable for high-touch areas because it is less porous and doesn't absorb dirt as easily. Matte finishes, in particular, are prone to scuffs and are harder to clean, making them less practical for surfaces like doors and cabinets.

It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the deck refinishing process. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

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