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Painting by Don
4.8(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Best experience we have had with a contractor. Delivered every thing ask and more Painted our house in record time. Results could not have been better. Also did a great job staining the deck. Don is great to work with!"
Exterior Painting
Interior Work
Decks & Patios
Doors
Painting by Don

+125

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Wash Property Cleaning Services
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They power washed and stained our deck. Excellent job!! They didnâ t rush anything and answered all my husbands concerns/questions. Joe was totally involved in the job and making sure it was done right. Would most definitely use again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Painting
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Precision Painting stain the exterior cedar on our home and paint exterior doors. We were very happy with his work. We're going to have him do some interior painting this winter."
Exterior log home
Commercial bowling alley
Commercial bowling alley
Commercial bowling alley
Commercial bowling alley

+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
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Serving Traverse City, 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%
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Taylor'd Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Traverse City, 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 rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Adams Custom Painting, LLC
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam's painting coated my ceilings, including the cathedral ceiling, and stairways. They look brand new. The crew carefully moved everything. Covered what could not be moved. Even vacuumed before they put all the furniture back. Chris is very easy to work with. He even made recommendations to save me money. The crew is very pleasant, really hard working. And all for a good price. I don't know what else you could ask for."
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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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Here's the deal with leaving used rags covered in oil-based stain lying around in a pile: Depending on the conditions, these rags can take just an hour or up to a few days to combust. The source of ignition is caused by trapped heat that can be compounded if the rags are near a heat source.

Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.

The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they’re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

You should refinish your deck to maintain its appearance, durability, and longevity. Refinishing your deck protects the wood from foot traffic and the elements. It also helps extend its life span by keeping rot, mildew, and termites at bay. By maintaining your deck, you can avoid the cost of replacing your deck sooner. A refinished deck also looks great and restores some of its original beauty.

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