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JJs Construction
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 Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job. Our walls in the 2 ooms they repaired and painted came out better than we thought possible. This house is ,146 yrs old and needed professional repair. We would definitely call them again."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

+34

Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Harlows Helping Hands
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

"He assembled a new kitchen cart and a storage cabinet too. He did a great job and was done each piece in an hour."
Original Kitchen
Old Yellowed tub surround
Original Kitchen
Old Yellowed tub surround
Original Cabinet doors

+106

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jtmn customs llc
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

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My name is Joe I've been working as a professional painter interior exterior repair with skills in many other avenues welding and fabricating building from the ground up Landscaping you name it I'm your go-to guy if you have any questions about what I can or cannot do please reach out I might surprise you

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James Dickson
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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 Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

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hey there- My name is Jamie Dickson- i'm actually a senior pastor at a central maine church. Before pastoring I started one of the larger more successful painting companies in maine and before that worked with Sherwin williams company closely with product and specialty knowledge on job sites. Currently just looking for small jobs to help pay for my kids tuition to school. thanks!

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NVS Affordable Painting
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 Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nick and crew were neat, professional, and thorough and performed the task on a timely basis. I would highly recommend NV's for all your painting needs."
front enrty way
first floor
basement floor
basement floor
third floor-4th

+29

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Aqua Terra Blasting
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 Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andy did an excellent job of cleaning 20 years of bottom paint off the bottom of my 21 foot fiberglass boat. Paint was removed to the boot stripe and there was no damage to the glass. The work was completed in my yard which was left clean with no residue. Great job"
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+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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White Mountain Precision Painting
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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 Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Excellent and timely work. Great attention to detail. Communication skills were excellent. A pleasure to do business with. Will definitely be in touch for all staining or painting needs."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Interior Painting Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+72

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Devoe Drywall
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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 Hartford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John went over and above the call of his job. He was the collaborator with the roofers and entire upstairs drywall. He facilitated the completion of a problematic roof installation."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they’re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood, as this helps prevent the surface from cracking. However, it is crucial to wait for the wood to dry out completely from the chemical treatment process before applying a finish. If the wood is still wet, the paint will not adhere properly. The drying time can range from weeks to six months. To test if the wood is ready, drip some water onto a board. If the water is absorbed, the wood is dry enough for painting or staining. If the water beads up on the surface, it needs more time to dry. You can build with the wood while it's still wet, but you must wait for it to dry before painting.

There’s no single paint that’s the most waterproof. Instead, there are several types of waterproof and water-resistant paints that suit different purposes. Epoxy paint, for instance, is commonly used to provide a waterproof coating to floors and decks. Masonry paint is an excellent choice for exterior walls. Meanwhile, there are waterproof acrylic paints that can be used for interior and exterior walls. It’s more about choosing the best type for what you’re painting instead of the most waterproof paint overall.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

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