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Avatar for Painting by Don
Painting by Don
4.8(
74
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were very impressed with the professionalism and attention to detail. I would highly recommend them for any of your painting needs. It was a great experience!"
Exterior Painting
Interior Work
Decks & Patios
Doors
Painting by Don

+125

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JC Color painting LLC
5.0(
14
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"What a great experience working with JC Color Painting! Very professional and extremely quick service from start to finish. Will definitely have them back for future painting projects. Dave & Michele"
Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Adams Custom Painting, LLC
5.0(
7
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris has a great team, working for him. Tim, Brenden, & Magnus, work very well together Loved having them in our home My husband, always did our painting, but, a 2 story, lofted ceiling, was beyond his years Chris, went way and well beyond We praise him and his team Thank You Gary & Stephanie â £"
Entryway into living room
Custom staircase
Custom staircase
Loft over living room
Living room lighting decor

+17

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DLW Painting
5.0(
4
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He painted the entire exterior of our home and powerwashed all the previous paint off and filled holes in the wood. He also restained the decks. It was a huge job. I would very much recommend him, he did an excellent job."
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Shore Stain Co
5.0(
8
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike from North Shore Stain was very prompt in responding to my query, looking over the project, and getting back to me with a bid. They completed the job as promised in a very timely fashion and the work is excellent."
Flooring
Painted Deck Restoration
Stairs
Painted Deck Restoration
Sanded and Stained

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Taylor'd Painting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We asked Dave for two projects 1) prepare and restrain a large deck and 2) remove, replace and paint miscellaneous wood trim on the exterior of the house. Dave contacted us within minutes of our request, arrived in the late afternoon to give us an estimate and began within a week or so. He did what he said he would and in a timely manner. He kept us informed each step of the way. We were so happy with his work we asked him to do another interior project."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TJS PAINTING LLC
5.0(
3
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Tarren completed several small painting projects. Interior and exterior. Worked patiently and promptly to accommodate our time frame. Clean up completed daily. Nice work at a fair price."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thomas Painting
5.0(
2
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeff is a true professional. His work is exceptional, as is his work ethic. He painted the entire interior of our house and his prices are very reasonable. You cant go wrong with Thomas Painting!"
Exterior
Exterior
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+4

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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House Doctors of NW Michigan
5.0(
10
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Job done efficiently, the guys were the best, making sure we were satisfied when finished. Very kind."
Response time5 hrs
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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

Shadowbox fence maintenance depends on the material. But for wood shadowbox fences, maintenance typically includes annual cleaning to prevent mold growth, resealing or staining every two to three years, and promptly replacing any damaged or rotted boards. Vinyl fencing, on the other hand, typically only requires annual cleaning with a hose to maintain its appearance.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

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.

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

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