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Avatar for Stans Home Improvements
Stans Home Improvements
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Stan was awesome in prepping, cleaning and staining deck. Quick estimate; beautiful work; good value; pleasant person. He is very qualified. I plan to use Stan for future work. Excellent customer experience."
Response time1 day
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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J.H Painting Services
5.0(
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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 Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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 rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spiros Painting
4.7(
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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 Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was great. Spiro and Dionysios did and amazing job. I contracted them to not only paint but to patch the walls and and clean up the door. They went above and beyond. In fact, they even fixed the door frame that was rotting even though it was not in their contract. I have used many painters before and these guys are the best I ever had."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Perfect Painters
4.5(
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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 Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is awesome! They painted my house inside and out flawlessly! They also installed gorgeous vinyl plank flooring and carpet. I can’t say enough about the quality of the work! Workers were great and very efficient. The only glitz was in communication and that was partially because I’m difficult to reach. Would definitely give them a high recommendation!"
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Marathon Painting & Staining
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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 Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marathon Painting & Staining did a fantastic job painting my exterior block foundation walls and three exterior porches. I met at the house with Bob, who is very professional and pleasant, as we discussed the work and schedule. The painters arrived as expected and were prompt, courteous and professional. The result far exceeded my expectation. Marathon transformed my house into a real gem. Bob and the painter returned to check the work and make sure I was pleased with the job. I highly recommend Marathon Painting & Staining and would certainty hire them again."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Dependable Painting Service LLC
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 Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With several years experience, Dependable Painting Services,LLC works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

window coating preparation
front area painted blue
Exterior project
rear area painted blue
siding area painted in blue

+9

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D&V Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Lake Shore, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired D&V to put up a metal shed. They were fair in their pricing Maintained contact about what they were doing And friendly I will definitely check with them when I have more projects"
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+27

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use an exterior latex acrylic paint to promote maximum adhesion to composite decking. This flexible paint type can better cope with the natural expansion and contraction that can occur with composite deck boards. Oil-based paints won’t adhere as effectively and are more likely to crack and peel as the boards flex. Testing whether your chosen paint will stick on an inconspicuous section or a spare board is a good idea.

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

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.

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.

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. 

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