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Avatar for Advancepro llc
Advancepro llc
5.0(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jose and his crew were wonderful to work with. They were very professional and finished the job in 3 days (7 rooms and 2 hallways), walls, ceilings and trim. They made sure the job was done to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend Advancepro for any painting job."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Five Star Painting of Montgomery County
Five Star Painting of Montgomery County
4.8(
90
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

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"Kenny and his team did an exceptional job painting a few rooms and walls in a new house my family and I are moving into. The painting project consisted of 3 rooms and an accent wall. His team arrived promptly and got right to work. Overall, extremely satisfied with the finished product, quality of work, and price. I would consider hiring them again for their services on future projects."
Nook/Office
Family Room
Family Room
Sitting Room
Kitchen Remodel

+21

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for LANE & SONS PAINTING, INC.
LANE & SONS PAINTING, INC.
4.9(
52
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

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Warranties offered

"I cannot rave ENOUGH about the GREAT job that Leonard and his crew did for me. No touch up was too small and the work was GORGEOUS! They matched previous paint colors. They painted ceilings (you couldn't even tell there had EVER been any problems from leaks). They showed up on time every day and worked HARD. I was amazed at how quickly the work was completed."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sheldon & Sons Inc
Sheldon & Sons Inc
4.6(
317
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The painter’s showed up promptly and were very professional. They finished the job ahead of schedule and made a requested upgrade while they were here without a fuss. I will definitely use them for my next paint project!"
Interior Painting of Living Room - After
Interior Painting of Hallway / Stairs- After
We offer Cabinet Painting at Sheldon & Sons as well!
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+111

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Continental Home Improvements
Continental Home Improvements
5.0(
23
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marvin and crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our house. They scraped the old paint and painted several layers to make sure completely covered. They even repaired some rotten wood at chimney. I would highly recommend.continental home improvements!"
Wood conditioning for durability!
A VERY REWARDED PROJECT!
Wood treatment
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Kris' Painting Service Inc
4.4(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+6 more

Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have a single family home, with a walkout basement. I had Kris Painting repaint 21 windows, with two sliding glass doors with aluminum trim. They sanded, scraped, primed, and painted all windows and doors."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Typically, a fence requires one to two coats of stain. The exact number can vary depending on the porosity of the wood. For specific guidance, it's best to check the manufacturer's instructions. After applying the first coat and letting it dry completely, you can assess the finish. If it appears patchy, uneven, or you want a more saturated color, a second coat is recommended. An extra coat can also help cover lap marks.

While power washing isn't a requirement before you stain a fence, it can make the job much easier and faster while reducing manual labor requirements. The stain will not work if the wood is full of dirt and dust, so power washing, sometimes called pressure washing, is a fast and effective way to prepare the wood for staining. Remember that you need to stain or repaint relatively soon after the wood has dried so that there isn’t time for dust and dirt to build up again. 

The number of coats you need to apply when whitewashing a surface depends on how opaque you want the final product to be. If you're going for a transparent, barely there look, a single coat or two may suffice. For fuller coverage, you'll want to use multiple coats. Another option is to use a less diluted paint to get a thicker coverage. 

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.

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.

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