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Avatar for Liedel Power Cleaning & Painting
Liedel Power Cleaning & Painting
5.0(
88
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve had Liedel’s services at 2 properties. They’ve done power washing, deck repair and exterior painting. Their work has always been exceptional. They have integrity, are professional, dependable and reasonably priced. They are all-around excellent!"
Composite Deck Rebuild (orange & black)
Composite Deck Rebuild (orange & black)
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Composite Deck Rebuild (orange & black)

+59

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Somerset Painting & Professional Home Improvements, Inc.
Somerset Painting & Professional Home Improvements, Inc.
4.7(
1,151
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were immediately impressed when their representative came immediately, quickly and thoroughly determined all of the required painting/repairing our house required. By the next day we received a 31 page thorough, detailed proposal, with pictures, outlining all that they would do. And when the work started they were quick, clean, neat, efficient, and the work done was done to our high standards. We have a very large house that is 30 years old. It looks like a new house. They will return later in the Spring to powerwash brick and refinish our extensive 3 decks. Very, very happy with their work."
Grand Rapids Victorian Beauty
Plain White steel door now Stunning
Stonework Transforms Entryways
Plain - flat profile 2 story column transformed
Queen of Oxford

+35

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
USA Custom Painting LLC
5.0(
64
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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 Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They stained my cedar siding and painted the vinyl addition. They taped things off nicely and even painted a spot that was missed high up previously. I am having them back to do some interior painting! Looks great!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Donohue-Does it Painting & Home Care
Donohue-Does it Painting & Home Care
5.0(
13
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

"I hired him to come and fix the outside of my house. I had a fire on my porch, because the porch light caught fire due to a bird nest! He did such a WONDERFUL job cleaning and repairing it all! There was alot of damage to the front of the house because I didn't know it was on fire!!! Looks like nothing ever happened 😊 After that, I also hired him to due painting inside my home. You won't be disappointed! 👍🏻👍🏻"
Interior
Interior
Interior
Interior
Interior

+16

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Avatar for JAR Painting LLC
JAR Painting LLC
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 Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We couldn’t be more pleased with the painting service we received. A very challenging project with beautiful results. JAR were prompt, professional and had real enthusiasm for the project. We love the finished work. We’ll have them back again. Highly recommend."
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+128

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Kodra Painting LLC
5.0(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kodra Painting LLC is prompt, efficient, and clear. I would recommend for any internal, external, or staining projects you may have. They use quality paint and materials, and include patching and repair, but they do a very good job on everything. It's not like they do "OK" patching/repair and great paint. They do all of it, and they do it all well."
Full Kitchen repaint ✨
Full Kitchen repaint ✨
Full Kitchen repaint ✨
Full Kitchen repaint ✨
Full Kitchen repaint ✨

+42

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

Staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan and protect it from the elements. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it is not impervious to damage from moisture, sun exposure, splintering, fading, and rot over time. Applying a protective finish creates a shield that preserves the wood's strength and appearance, potentially extending its life by five to 10 years.

When choosing a finish, it's helpful to understand the difference between a sealer and a stain. A sealer sits on top of the wood, whereas a combination stain and sealer soaks into the top layer. Because it penetrates the wood, a stain generally offers better protection against UV damage and rot and lasts significantly longer. For the best results that also preserve the wood's natural color, consider using a near-translucent stain.

To maintain protection, plan on reapplying the stain or sealer every two to three years, either as a DIY project or by hiring a professional.

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