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Daniel Green Painting
4.8(
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You sent this before and I answered it before. Daniel was not the cheapest nor the most expensive. Did very good job and plan to have him do some interior painting."
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Big deck
Cape cod red
Middle of powerwash
Lots of algea

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Touch of Color of Mid-Michigan
5.0(
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I had a great experience with Fred and Touch of Color. Fred is very friendly and professional. He really takes pride in his work and left the job sight neat and clean."
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+23

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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His Brush Painters
5.0(
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed help getting our main living areas painted ie. walls, ceilings and trim while we were moving into our home. Wouldn?t have been able to get it all done without Tim. Quality work and timely!!"
Exterior Painting
Remodeled Home
Remodeled Home
Remodeled Home
Stucco Exterior

+6

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

Various kinds of substances and deck preservatives act as protective coatings for wood to prevent rot, which is caused by water getting into the wood and creating cracks and splits. Stains, paints, and sealants are the three best options to protect your wood, but there are also oils, varnishes, and waxes available. You’ll need to reapply sealant at least once per year, and you should inspect your wood deck regularly to look for signs of damage or general wear and tear.

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

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