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USA Custom Painting LLC
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Serving Union Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

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"Starting delayed twice. Caused us to delay vacation once. Left within half hour of them being finished. Did not get to really examine the job till two weeks later. However prep was excellent. Paul did a marvwlous job of painting. Was a bit rushed on the last day due to weather. Only found one drip on the deck, no big deal. Quite satisfied with job, but should have planned for it earlier in the summer, rather rhan the fall."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OC Construction & Painting LLC
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Serving Union Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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"Orsen did a great job with our kitchen project. He provided helpful advice regarding the paint and surfaces and was extremely reliable and trustworthy. We enjoyed getting to know him a bit and appreciate his services!"
Exterior Painting Project
Nursery Room
Whole house interior painting.
Exterior Painting Project
Painting - Interior Project

+97

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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HARDI BROS CONSTRUCTION, LLC
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Serving Union Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"I highly recommend HARDI BROS CONSTRUCTION! Their communication was outstanding from start to finish. They kept me informed every step of the way and thoroughly explained the work that was being done. Despite working during a heat advisory, they completed the job in a timely and professional manner without compromising quality. I am extremely pleased with how beautifully my deck turned out. The stain was applied with great attention to detail, and the finished product exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for a company that is reliable, professional, and takes pride in their work, HARDI BROS CONSTRUCTION is an excellent choice"
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Bathroom remodel
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Fence repair and paint
Fence repair and paint

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

Eggshell and satin finishes are best for porches because they sit in the sweet spot between scuffable matte and distracting high gloss. Your porch sees a fair amount of wear and tear, so you don’t want paint that’ll show every mark like matte, but you don’t want to be blinded by glossy paint in the sun either. Eggshell and satin have durability and a look that sits nicely in the middle.

You don’t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it’s best to remove as much as possible to ensure a smooth and long-lasting finish. Prioritize scraping off loose, peeling, or flaking paint, and sand down rough areas to create a smooth surface for the new paint to bond with.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

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