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Tkon Restorations LLC
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Tkon Restorations is a professional painting and finishing company serving Park Rapids, Minnesota and the surrounding areas. We specialize in high-quality residential and commercial painting, including interior and exterior painting, drywall priming, trim and door finishing, cabinet painting, and wood staining and clear coating.\n\nOur focus is on craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail. Whether it's new construction, remodels, or repaint projects, we take pride in delivering clean, durable finishes that enhance and protect your home or business. We work closely with homeowners, builders, and property managers to ensure projects are completed on time and to the highest standards.\n\nAt Tkon Restorations, our goal is simple: provide professional results, honest communication, and workmanship our customers can trust.

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Recommended by25%of homeowners
Zoller Custom Coatings & Residential Specialists, LLC
4.8(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a beautiful job. They follow through with what was agree with. They cleaned up after the job. I am very please with our painting. Easy to work with and job cost reasonable! I will use again!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JLP Unlimited LLC
4.5(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was extremely happy both times with the quality of the work as well as the durability of the paint products used. They communicated with me throughout the process and were professional, dependable and trustworthy. I would use them again and would not hesitate to recommend them to a friend. My house looks brand new!"
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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

When applying multiple coats, wait four to six hours for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.

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.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

Yes, you can paint a chain-link fence, but you don’t want to use spray paint. With the spray method, you’ll be losing a majority of your product to the air, given the size of the gaps in chain-link fences. Instead, use a paintbrush for your fence posts and a paint roller for the wire.

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