Can you stain over a peeling stain?

• <div><p>You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.</p></div>

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Q: Should exterior paint be acrylic or latex?

• <div><p>You can use latex or acrylic paint outdoors. Although acrylic paint tends to last longer outside, it also costs more, so if you&rsquo;re painting the outside of your house, for instance, latex paint is often a go-to option. However, acrylic will be your best choice if you want to spend some extra money for added durability. </p></div>

Q: Can you stain over a peeling stain?

• <div><p>You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it&rsquo;s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you&rsquo;re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint galvanized chain link fencing?

• <div><p>Yes, you can paint galvanized chain link, but the process is a bit more difficult as it requires additional prep work. Before applying the primer and paint, you must remove the original coating from the metal, which can be time-consuming. If the original coating is not removed, the primer and paint will not bond properly and cause peeling over time.</p></div>

Q: How much longer will a fence last if it is stained?

• <div><p>Moisture and rot are the largest threat to wooden fences. Stain can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-wood-fencing-last.htm">help your wood fence last</a> 15 to 20 years, but only if you choose a stain with waterproofing qualities or add a sealant. Oil-based stains create a thicker moisture barrier than water-based stains, though both are mold and mildew resistant. You&rsquo;ll generally need to re-stain your fence every one to eight years to get full protection.</p></div>

Q: What is the best outdoor paint for full sun exposure?

• <div><p>The best paint for full sun exposure is high-quality acrylic paint that contains many natural earth pigments, which are better suited for resisting sun damage. You'll also want to go for a neutral color like gray, beige, or white, as these colors absorb less heat compared to darker or more vivid colors.</p></div>

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Last update on December 02, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Did a great job on the so I hired him to paint the shed
Shad Gagnon, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
Bob and his crew installed a fence on my property. They were great. They did a beautiful job, were professional and kind. We would definitely hire him again.
L&B Services
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Reviewed in July 2025
Frost Painting did a great job in a timely manner. Good group of guys that do quality work. I will definitely be using them in the future and recommend them to anyone who needs interior and exterior work and painting done
Frost Painting
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Reviewed in July 2025
They did exterior stain on our summer cottage and painted an interior bathroom. Both jobs were well done.
Clean Cut Painting Company NY
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Reviewed in August 2024
When first hired in 2020, the Crockers seemed to do okay. But as time went on, problems with them developed. Not even weeks after the job was sort of completed, they still needed to redo the paint on the porch, the paint started peeling off the walls. They were very unreliable in showing up on...
The House Painters
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Reviewed in November 2022
Thank you A.S. Painting and Projects for your amazing expertise and service. Adrian did an awesome job from planning to finishing painting our entire home. Stunning work finished in record time. Highly recommend and would most definitely hire again for our next home painting project.
A.S. Painting & Projects
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Reviewed in September 2021
Calla and Sam made my exterior painting project quick, and painless! They hold themselves to a very high, professional standard and there company represents just that!
Cowboy Painting Company
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Reviewed in April 2021
Nick was very professional and great to work with. We have a huge and old farm house, and he painted the interior ceilings, walls and doors. It looks amazing! We're going to hire him to do some external painting too! In addition, we hired him to help with some yard clean up at our camp,...
NVS Affordable Painting
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Reviewed in October 2020
Tyler and his crew did an amazing job! Price was affordable! Our house is aluminum siding and that caused a challenge, but Tyler did his research and was able to paint it with top of the line paint; leaving us confident and extremely happy with the results. They were quick, neat and even made...
TG Painters
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Reviewed in November 2019
Jay work was fantastic, I am very pleased with the results of the painting to my kitchen, dining room, living room and hallway. He worked through to get the job done. I will have him back in a few months to do the bedrooms and now the woodwork since the flaws show next to the beautifully...
Barrett Pressure Washing
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