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Q: What is involved in the deck staining or painting process?

• <div><p>The staining or painting process involves cleaning the deck, sanding surfaces, applying a primer (if needed), and carefully applying stain or paint for an even, lasting finish.</p></div>

Q: What not to do when staining a deck?

• <div><p>When staining a deck, don&rsquo;t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don&rsquo;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&rsquo;t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right. </p></div>

Q: How long should I season my deck before staining?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don&rsquo;t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.</p></div>

Q: What maintenance does a wood deck need?

• <div><p>A wood deck needs an annual cleaning, plus refinishing every two to three years, which involves <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-sand-deck.htm">sanding the deck</a> and applying stain or sealer. If you have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-paint-deck.htm">painted deck</a>, you&rsquo;ll need to repaint it every 10 years. You should also fix and repair loose or broken deck boards, nails, and screws. Cleaning your deck regularly and applying sealant protects the wood from the elements, water damage, rot, mildew, and fading from the sun.</p></div>

Q: Is painting a pool deck a good idea?

• <div><p>If you have a smooth, already bonded concrete surface, painting a concrete pool deck can be a great way to brighten up the area and add longevity. If the surface has another covering or a different type of paint has been used previously, you won&rsquo;t be able to paint it without removing the existing coating. Wooden decks benefit from painting as it helps to keep them watertight. Quality pool deck paints also help make the surface less slippery and less likely to gather mold and mildew or prematurely crack.</p></div>

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Last update on January 17, 2026

Reviewed in March 2025
Had him clean up our several apple trees and take down some large branches that were hanging over our pond. Everything looks fantastic! This is not the first time we've hired him and definetly won't be the last! Great guy and easy to work with!
Local Tree Guy
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Reviewed in November 2023
They did a fantastic job from the initial estimate to the clean up. Keaton was very professional, honest and fair. My only tree service in the future.
Legend Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
The technician I had today, Jacob, was efficient, knowledgeable, and personable. He had to clean out my air conditioning unit because it was a hot mess and was hardly keeping up with this heat. It is running great now, and I truly appreciate Jacob!
Jack's Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in December 2022
These guys were great from start to finish. They came and inspected our home shortly after we requested a quote. Aaron was very knowledgeable and friendly throughout. He helped us find something great in our price range. The crew worked quickly and got the job done in one day as promised. They...
In and Out Floors, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Nate completed the rather large job in a day and a 1/2, did an excellent job of cleaning up. I would highly recommend KND services to anyone looking for a tree service.
KND Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
Mike from M.K. Refinishing was wonderful, friendly and easy to work with. We were in the process of renovating most of our home ourselves to save money when M.K. Refinishing was referred to us for our kitchen counters. Mike responded quickly when we called for an estimate on our kitchen and...
M.K. Refinishing LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
I can't say enough good things about the professionalism, quality of service and courtesy of this company. I have an ancient curly willow tree that no one would trim. In fact I was told by one company that they would only cut it down. The tree has great sentimental value and is still a beautiful...
CP Tree Removal & Maintenance, L.L.C.
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Reviewed in October 2020
Brandon was prompt for our service time and polite and hardworking. He did a beautiful job cleaning our windows inside and out. The detail work was perfect. I will use him again and highly recommend him!
Moonshine Window Clean
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Reviewed in May 2020
Excellent. Very impressed with skill level, professionalism, friendliness, and thoroughness of the jobs and clean-up. Highly recommend them.
Bolt Electric
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Reviewed in June 2019
On time keeps us posted on the job and cleans up at the end of the day our deck is almost completed but great job so far!!
James Dean Bruderick
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