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R&L Pressure Washing Painting and Decking
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

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"Mr. Luis and team did an excellent job on all the projects - Whole house pressure washing, deck pressure washing, deck staining, rotten wood repair around exterior window trim, and painting of exterior shutters. The rates are reasonable. They performed the work on-time and completed as promised."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Believing painting
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Awesome young man named Jose, very good communication. He was able to come 1 day early than scheduled. Price was perfect! I already scheduled for him to stain my fence. Highly recommended Believe painting!"
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Interior painting

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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Merrifield Paint and Design
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"I hired Merrifield to paint all the walls in my newly purchased condo. They were very responsive to my questions and were able to fulfill my request on a very short timeline (unlike others that I contacted). Jeff at Merrifield was also willing to give me a quote for the job based just on the listing photos. They showed up on time, completed within the agree-upon time frame, and cleaned up. I was so pleased with their work that I immediately hired them to repaint my previous condo to prepare it for showing. The second paint job was just as professional as the first."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Chavez Painting & Construction Services LLC
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"They did a fantastic job on my large 2 level deck! They were very careful not to get stain on the patio underneath or the new siding on the house! We were so pleased with their professionalism and attention to detail that we also had them pain the entire main level of our house, walls and ceiling. Again, a beautiful, careful and professional job from prep to finishing touches! They also removed a decorative column that has plagued me for years and you would never know it was there now. I plan to hire them again for future jobs in our home. Excellent!!"
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Painting railings

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
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D. Fuentes Painting
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"We hired Edward and his team to repair our deck, essentially removing the old wood boards and replacing them with Trex composite. He was very accommodating with our schedule and returned all phone calls promptly. The team worked efficiently and the deck looks beautiful. It was a pleasure working with Edward and his team."
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Hall Bath

+5

Response time2 days
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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J.H Painting Services
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Customers say: True professional

"J.H. Painting Services did great exterior work on my home this weekend. I had exterior siding and deck power washed, front door painted, and brick foundation painted. All work was done at a high level of quality and in a timely manner. Communication for planning each of the tasks easy and reliable. Contractor arrived on time. I highly recommend for power washing and paint jobs."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
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Chevy Chase Exteriors
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Serving Cabin John, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew did a great job re-staining my deck and lattice. I got a very competitive quote quickly, and the crew arrived on time and worked extremely efficiently. The finished product looks great. Would definitely hire again."
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Mold Remediation and Rebuild
Meineke Bathroom Facelift

+18

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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. 

Waterproof paint creates a barrier to hold back moisture, but it doesn’t eliminate the source of the water. If you hire a basement waterproofing contractor, many will tell you that waterproof paint is only a temporary solution. On average, you can expect it to last from six months to two years in a wet basement before deteriorating.

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.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

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