Top-rated deck staining pros.

Get matched with top deck staining pros in Carlisle, MA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your deck staining project in Carlisle, MA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY CARLISLE, MA HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.7
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon557
    Verified deck staining services reviews

Find Deck staining pros in Carlisle

Avatar for Essential Painting Company
Essential Painting Company
4.9(
49
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Al and his team at Essential Painting were fantastic. They painted the interior of our house, stained the front door, pressure washed the deck and pool patio, and repaired the deck. They provided a detailed proposal at a competitive price. They were prompt and completed the work as scheduled. They did an excellent job. The team was friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend them."
Anne and Tom
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting and Carpentry
Clapboard Siding replacement an painting
Fix ceiling and walls from water leak.

+109

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Target Painting & Contracting Inc
Target Painting & Contracting Inc
4.9(
97
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect. This was not a typical job. Normally painters paint flat surfaces. This job was to paint (stain) 62 6-sided boards installed as a pergola. I tried to do it myself but only did 4 boards before I gave up and called Target Painting. (Another company refused the job.) Gene was great, as well as all the crew. At one point, one of the painters went up on the roof to monitor the progress and inspect the hard-to-reach places. Everything was great, including the cleanup."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+92

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Erivan Da Silva Painting
Erivan Da Silva Painting
4.8(
68
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erivan has done a lot of painting over the years for our triple decker - exterior and interior. This summer he painted our rental unit and as usual did a wonderful job - he shows up on time, is very neat, and does a very professional job. He also just power washed and stained our first floor porch, painted some new window trims that we'd just had replaced, and also repainted some of the trim around the porch even though we hadn't asked him to do so. It looks great! Erivan takes great pride in his work and we always feel like he's taking care of our home as if it is his own. He is also a very warm and friendly person."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+846

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Ortiz solutions
Ortiz solutions
5.0(
14
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

We offer a variety of painting services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today! \n

Ortiz Solutions
Ortiz Solutions
Ortiz Solutions
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Randymars Painters Contractors Inc.
Randymars Painters Contractors Inc.
4.6(
311
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Randymars was professional from start to end of my project. I had experienced a flood in my basement and my walls and sink cabinet were destroyed. They provided me with a quote in a timely fashion and were able to start the project that same week. The crew were timely, polite, and were very respectful of my property. They worked hard and completed the project within three days. They restored my garage and basement walls to perfection and installed a new cabinet for my sink with expertise. I would definitely hire Randymars again."
 left side
 before
Alex Wang
Charlie Altieri
 right side

+107

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for ARCH PAINTING
ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
160
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work was performed exactly as discussed and agreed to (match existing paint colors) at estimated cost. Start was delayed at our request due to high heat and humidity, with no complaints. Work was further delayed through no fault of Arch Painting due to continuous wet weather. Once a good weather window finally occurred, the work was performed quickly with no impact on us. We were totally satisfied with the quality of the work and the finished product."
BEFORE
AFTER
Before
After
Before

+17

Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 421
Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Beyond liquid rubber, homeowners can use sealants, stains, membranes, or tapes as waterproofing options. Oil-based or water-based sealants soak into the wood, creating a moisture-resistant barrier. Waterproofing stains—available in transparent, semi-transparent, and solid colors—add both protection and style to your deck. For heavy-duty waterproofing, deck membranes and waterproof tapes can be applied under the deck boards to direct water away from the structure below. Whatever method you choose, clean and prep the deck first to ensure the best, longest-lasting results.

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

The Carlisle, MA homeowners’ guide to deck staining services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.