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Avatar for Lakes Painting & Powerwashing LLC
Lakes Painting & Powerwashing LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Company is super detail conscious. They pressured washed before staining, filled cracks/holes with caulking and cleaned up afterwards. Oh - also no stains drops on the windows in a two story window wall or on our decks. This is a very professional company."
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Northern Lakes Painting & Finishing LLC
Northern Lakes Painting & Finishing 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 Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an exterior that was in very bad shape with some unique needs, P old hardy concrete board that lost it's paint. Owner Matthew researched with Hirshfield Paint store how to best paint the concrete siding. He did a thorough, high quality job in a timely way with great communication. We obtained multiple bids and Matt's price was better than most. We highly recommend this painting business. Matt is the real deal."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
PBR Painting Plus Home Improvement
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 Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul is reliable and shows up when he says he will and sticks with a project until completed. He has completed several projects including hanging drywall, repair of a lath and plaster wall, interior painting, trim work, installing bi-fold doors, hanging an exterior door, power washing and staining a deck. He is easy to work with and takes on unforeseen challenges with patience and a smile. Paul always takes the time and effort to make sure each job is done right and cleans up when finished."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for L3 Painting, LLC
L3 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 Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bob reached out to me to discuss the painting project I had in mind. He listened well and offered his thoughts in exchange. Bob is very amiable and easy to converse with and seemed as excited as me to work on the project. I did not hire any painters from the list provided to me due to budget constraints. Bob would have been my first choice because if his friendliness and his bid was the lowest offered and the most detailed."
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Deck Refinisn

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Response time2 days
Response rate96%
Green Construction
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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 Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Green Construction proved to be very hard working. They were the lowest bid I received, but far exceeded my expectations on getting the job done and worked with me to make sure we completed the job just like we designed. I would highly recommend this crew."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Matthew Moss Painting
3.7(
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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 Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Interior painting, exterior painting, Log Cabin Staining sheetrock repair, carpentry work, staining, concrete painting, handyman work, pressure washing, corn cobb and walnut shell blasting, cedar roof cleaning and stain & wood floor re-finishing. Additional phone number - (218) 851-4078

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
Torres's Remodeling
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 Aitkin, MN and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"We are very happy with Torres's Remodeling! They put sheetrock all around our basement walls and ceiling as well as an update and finish to a bathroom down there. Communication was great, they were professional, polite and cleaned up the entire area quickly once it was all done. I highly recommend and would hire again!"
Framing for a built-in TV stand with an electric fireplace under TV
Chipping old mortar
Drywall and taping
Finished
Installing grout

+26

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

The number of coats you need to apply when whitewashing a surface depends on how opaque you want the final product to be. If you're going for a transparent, barely there look, a single coat or two may suffice. For fuller coverage, you'll want to use multiple coats. Another option is to use a less diluted paint to get a thicker coverage. 

Always wait until the morning dew has dried before you stain your deck. The stain needs a fully dry surface to sink into.

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.

Beyond liquid rubber, homeowners can use sealants, stains, membranes, or tapes as waterproofing options. Oil-based or water-based sealants soak into the wood, creating a moisture-resistant barrier. Waterproofing stains—available in transparent, semi-transparent, and solid colors—add both protection and style to your deck. For heavy-duty waterproofing, deck membranes and waterproof tapes can be applied under the deck boards to direct water away from the structure below. Whatever method you choose, clean and prep the deck first to ensure the best, longest-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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