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Innovation Painting & Remodeling
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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 Orono, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Warranties offered

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"Innovation Painting just finished staining the exterior of our log home and garage and words cannot express how impressed we are. Nick and his crew were prompt, professional, personable and immensely talented. The property has never looked better. I intend to recommend them to everyone I know. We will definitely be using them on future projects. The best! Thank you guys!"
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Highland Painting Co.
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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 Orono, ME and surrounding areas

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Highland Painting, a quality painting company that serves in the greater Bangor area. Efficiency, professionalism and attention to detail is very important us. We do interior and exterior jobs, new builds, repaints and stains. No job is too big or small, we do it all! Contact us at [email protected] or call 207-855-1252

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JM 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 Orono, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"Thank you to Juan and his crew for the great painting job on our Riding Arena. We are very pleases with the results and could not be happier! The painting crew was professional, hard working and fit seamlessly into our farm environment. We would HIGHLY recommend JM Painting and look forward to working with them again."
Full exterior paint
Full exterior paint
Full exterior paint
Full exterior paint
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Down East Homes & Renovations
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Eddie and his crew did a great job on painting the exterior of our home along with fixing our roof and some other odds and ends. They were always on the job on time, did amazing work, and were always making sure we were happy with the progress. We would highly recommend them for their superior work and great customer service!"
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Rags used with oil-based stains are highly flammable and can spontaneously combust in the right conditions. To reduce the fire risk, throw them in a metal container after use and add rocks on top to secure them. Add an inch of water and seal the container. Take the rags in the container to a hazardous waste factory as soon as possible.

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

No, it is not okay to paint over rotted wood. Painting over rotted wood will not address the underlying issue and can trap moisture, leading to further decay. Properly addressing the rotted wood by removing and replacing or repairing the damaged areas is necessary before you can even consider painting.

Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it’s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

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