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Avatar for West End Painting
West End Painting
4.9(
74
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Our log home was pressure washed and stained. It looks beautiful. Great communication. Kevin let us know weekly where we stood for scheduling before starting project. Kevin talked to me daily with updates and questions throughout the job. Listened to what I wanted done and did it. All materials and tools picked up at end of each day and at end of project. I was very happy with the entire job that Kevin and Drew did."
side entrance
master bath
hallway
ktichen
front room remodel.

+12

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Northstar Painting and Sandblasting
Northstar Painting and Sandblasting
4.8(
10
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Luke and Doc were so pleasant and efficient! Communication was great and Luke checked in with me the day before project began to confirm. They arrived as stated and did an awesome paint job! Luke told me if I saw any area that needs attention to call him and he will fix it. I will definitely hire them again!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Pinnacle Peak Builders WI & MN LLP
3.6(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Pinnacle Peak Builders WI & MN is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

White Siding
White Siding
White Siding
Siding
Siding

+64

Avatar for Mj Interior painting &drsign
Mj Interior painting &drsign
4.4(
38
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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 Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MJ and her staff were very friendly, professional and did a phenomenal job! She had excellent ideas on selecting the best paint colors and went above and beyond my expectations to ensure I got a very nice finished product. She also gave me additional ideas on a carpet cleaner. I will definitely hire her again!"
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Cabinet work
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Additional Photos

+11

Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Steven's Handyman
Steven's Handyman
5.0(
5
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Steve is a hard working person. Who made our bathroom level again. He is fair, honest and trustworthy. He took photographs, because it's a crawl space and kept us informed through out the process. I would hire him in a minute should we have another job come up!!!! Thank you Steve!!!!!"
Service Done Right
Service Done Right
Service Done Right
Service Done Right
Service Done Right

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

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.

Aftercare includes routine cleaning, checking for water repellency, and promptly addressing any chips or peels, maintaining the deck's appearance and functionality.

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

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