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Avatar for Putnam Coastal Painting
Putnam Coastal Painting
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Warranties offered

"Jordan was very professional and took the job on late in the painting season; other painters either never showed up or their estimate was a â few thousandâ more for the same work! The job was completed ahead of time."
ceiling, walls, and trim
stairs, walls trim and ceiling
York beach exterior
york beach
york beach

+61

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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True North Contracting
4.4(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My wife and I received 5 bids for our deck refinishing project. We asked for a detailed statement of work, and Costas provided us with a thorough and comprehensive list, and he won our business. He is professional, prompt, readily reachable, practical, and knowledgeable. We value his advice. He has a good team, and the work was completed on schedule, and the attention and care to detail is exemplary. We are 100% satisfied with the result, and will work with True North again."
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AO Painting
4.6(
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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 Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this painter. He is personable and extremely hard working. His professionalism and reasonable rates are quite commendable, and he was very thorough in his prep work and in the review of his completed work."
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Springvale

+12

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diamond Cut Builders, LLC
5.0(
1
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Diamond Cut Builders, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Spencer Paint and Drywall
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Overbuilt
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

I have worked in the trades for almost 40 years and am currently renovating my 3rd 100 year old home in the greater Portland area.\nAfter that many homes and countless other projects over the years, i have become proficient and confident in almost every aspect of home building, renovating, and remodeling.\nBig or small, my attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly with my clients has allowed me to keep a steady workload based almost entirely on repeat calls.\nThat said, i am always excited to meet new challenges, learn new skills, and add more happy customers to my base.

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

When staining a deck, don’t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don’t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don’t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right.

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years

You’ll want to avoid excessively hot or humid conditions, so it’s best to apply your stain in late spring to early fall. It's also important to watch the weather forecast and aim for days when there isn’t rain expected for at least three days. For new decks, allow the wood to season beforehand for at least four to eight weeks.

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

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