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Avatar for TG Painters
TG Painters
4.9(
264
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"TG Painters were great to deal with. From initial consultation last fall right through to completion this Spring! Tyler and his crews were on time as scheduled. Prompt, courteous and hard working. Communication during the project was good. They did a wonderful job painting the exterior of our home and staining our deck. SO happy with the results,"
Cape Neddick Exterior
Falmouth Exterior
York Exterior
Ogunquit Tower Exterior
Rumford Interior

+187

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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J&L Finishes, LLC
5.0(
30
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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 Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Lenzen Pro Painting to paint the exterior of my home along with some stucco repair. They did a fantastic job. I am very happy with the results. Everyone at Lenzen is a pro at their jobs. I received a detailed itemized estimate which none of the other companies I got estimates from did. The person who prepped my house was thorough to prevent over-spray and catch any drips. The stucco repairs came out much better than I thought they could and after painting it's very hard to tell where any repairs had been done. Oscar, the person who prepped my house and did the repairs, also painted my house. It was done very professionally. Small imperfections and problems areas around the exterior have completely vanished. My home looks great. I will use this company again for my future painting projects. I recommend this company for its professionalism, great communication throughout the project and, quality results."
Hallway brush work
detailed brush work around items
All item covered prior to paint
After pic
Painting over stairs

+30

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
A 'Little' Renovations
4.9(
31
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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 Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kevin is personable, reliable and extremely competent. He did an excellent job rehabbing my deck at a fair price and in a timely manner. I would recommend him to anybody and have already discussed another project with him."
Roof replaced
Old leaky roof
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for JH Property Group
JH Property Group
5.0(
20
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I couldn?t be happier with the exterior painting job they did on my property. The quality of the workmanship exceeded my expectations, and the attention to detail was outstanding from start to finish. The crew was professional, reliable, and left everything clean when the job was done. My property looks fantastic. highly recommend them to anyone looking for a top quality painting company!"
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Fine line painting
5.0(
13
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Don and his crew were pleasant, professional, showed up on time and communicated well with me during the project. He did a great job prepping my garage floor for epoxy painting and clear coat application. He pays attention to detail, answered any questions I had and cleaned up after working. His services are fairly priced and I highly recommend him and his crew! I liked his work so much I've hired him to prep and paint my deck!"
Living room
Project One
Project One
Project One
Project One

+8

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Nates Painting Services
Nates Painting Services
5.0(
14
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with Nate and his crew. Nate did an exterior paint job for us on an old house with a lot of detailed prep work required. Communication was great throughout and Nate was very flexible in quoting the job in segments and handling any rot/carpentry encountered along the way. The work was done quickly, the crew was friendly and hard-working, site was kept clean throughout, and the result was great. Will definitely be using Nate again for any future paint work."
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Before

+14

Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Myatt & Son Painting
5.0(
8
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shawn Myatt and his son, Ethan, were great and did a great job painting two sides of our big old farm house. Shawn is a very conscientious, hard, worker. Polite. Friendly. Respectful. Easy to work with, discussing various aspects of the project. Shawn treated it like it was his own home!"
Mansion Barn
Mansion Barn
Mansion Barn
Mansion Barn
Mansion Barn

+16

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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KD Construction
5.0(
11
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company with 5+ years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Painting
Painting

+11

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Deck Staining FAQs, answered by experts

Pressure-treated wood lasts at least 10 years, but with the right care and treatment, it can last as long as 40 years. Painting the boards is one way to increase the lifespan of pressure-treated wood. The layer of paint provides extra protection for the wood against the exterior elements and insects.

Deciding whether to stain or paint a pool deck depends on your budget, desired look, and the deck's material. Both options can work. Paint offers a wider variety of color options, provides excellent water resistance, and can last longer. However, it requires a primer and can eventually fade or peel. Stain is often cheaper, easier to apply, and penetrates the wood for a more natural look and longer-lasting finish. It also has great water resistance. The downsides are fewer color options and the need for a sealant. The choice can also depend on the deck material; for example, staining may be a better option for concrete as it bonds well and lasts longer than paint.

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.

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