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RFL Painting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Kalkaska, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"John and his team arrived when they said they would, got down to business and did the agreed upon work. His prices are fair and competitive. He is respectful and honest. I plan on having him do some more work for me in the future."
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+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Kalkaska, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Tyler and his crew went out of their way to get the job done in time for our event with great quality work! They made sure that the job was done to our satisfaction and Tyler and his crew are all super folks and easy to have around! We will definitely hire them again!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sean & Sons Home Services
5.0(
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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 Kalkaska, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kept us updated on the work progress. My wife and I are very, very happy with the way the deck turned out. Did a fantastic job. Would hire him again without question!! Would recommend Sean and Sons for any deck work. have had many compliments on how it turned out."
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+12

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Whether you can paint over your existing paint depends on what’s on there. Most of the time, you’ll want to sand down or scrape off the paint that’s currently coating your surface. Epoxy paint, for example, won’t let new paint stick to the surface. Latex paint is more forgiving and will accept a new coat, but a primer is recommended if you’re switching colors.

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.

Aftercare includes routine cleaning, checking for water repellency, and promptly addressing any chips or peels, maintaining the deck's appearance and functionality.

Essential tools include brushes or rollers, drop cloths, sandpaper or power sanders, and appropriate cleaning supplies. Quality materials ensure long-lasting results.

Hot, intense sunshine can cause your stain to dry too quickly, which could lead it to look uneven or patchy. If you’re staining the deck during hotter months, it’s best to do it in the morning or evening once the wood has had time to cool down. If you’re staining in cooler weather with less sunshine, the time of day won’t make as much of a difference.

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