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Q: Can I stain my deck after morning dew?

• <div><p>Always wait until the morning dew has dried before you stain your deck. The stain needs a fully dry surface to sink into. </p></div>

Q: Do you have to remove all the old paint before repainting a deck?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: What maintenance is needed after staining or painting a deck?

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

Q: Should you hire someone to stain a deck?

• <div><p>Hiring a contractor or professional deck refinisher is the best way to ensure your deck is properly stained. They have the expertise, tools, and supplies to do the job quickly and efficiently. However, staining a deck is a manageable task for most homeowners, and doing the job yourself can save money. Just keep in mind that DIY staining is a long process requiring physical strain, so it may not be the best option for everyone. </p></div>

Q: What should you not use on a composite deck?

• <div><p>Avoid using cleaning products that are abrasive or contain bleach or acidic components on composite decking to avoid discoloration. Early-generation Trex decking isn&rsquo;t designed to handle pressure washer cleaning&mdash;and if you use them on second-generation boards, always use a low setting to avoid the risk of damage that can risk voiding your warranty. </p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2025
He did a really good job with all the things that we need done got them done for us and told us how he did them I was well satisfied with work again I recommend anybody hire him to do the job he is very good at what he does
Steve's Handyman Services
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Reviewed in July 2025
Fast professional and friendly. Spot on when it came to the estimate all the way around. Job site was clean and looked better than it ever did before Buxton started the job. We would recommend Buxton waterproofing every time! Raymond Buxton is what I would call an honest hard working family man,...
Buxton Waterproofing
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Reviewed in July 2025
Outstanding work! They removed a tree that required serious precision. They went the extra mile with cleanup too.
Grass Hunters Lawn and Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
The salesman was great and And he made the process very easy
ECI: A Missouri Exterior Co.
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Reviewed in April 2024
Ethan contacted me right away, came over to assess the roof problem, and gave me a few options to choose from. He kept in contact with me during the project to inform me of supply timelines and a project start date. As soon as the supplies arrived, he called to set up an install date. He...
Direct Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Their work was superb! They removed old water soaked flooring and replaced it with tile after fixing the leak in the floor. They also put up gutters and put in a drainage system to prevent water backing up against the foundation. They were on time and worked steadily throughout. They were very...
H & B CONSTRUCTION, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
They did an amazing job in my house. I definitely will use them again in the future.
Grime Fighters Powerwasher, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Randy and his team did amazing work. The guys are very professional, answered all of my questions, and completed the job in two days. I had nine trees that were too close to the house, and with the recent storms, some were damaged by wind and lightning strikes. I had trees trimed that were...
R & B Tree Service & Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
We contacted Wells Professional Painting (Steve & Julie) September 2022 as we were wanted to have the exterior of the home stained/painted & several repairs completed prior to winter. They promptly came out and reviewed the house, discussed what needed to be completed and provided us with an...
Wells Professional Painting
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Reviewed in March 2023
Having owned my circa 1890s Victorian home for over 20 years, hiring contractors has been one of my least favorite things to do. But I am so happy I decided to hire The Professional Handyman. Saige and Ken were so easy to work with the entire process. From the initial bid to the job completion,...
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Stealth Paint and Stain

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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 Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Stealth Paint and Stain is locally owned and operated with over 25 years professional experience. Servicing the Park Hill and surrounding areas, We specialize in all of your painting and staining needs for both residential and commercial properties. We take pride in always being prompt, punctual and professional with every project that we compete. Call us today to schedule your next estimate.

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Recommended by77%of homeowners

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Matt's General Home Improvements

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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 Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt arrived on time and was efficient at replacing floor tiles. Do you think customer service is gone, well so did we until Matt Hemingway came to replace three broken tiles. He finished in 90 minutes and that included going back to hardware store for a different color grout because he didn't like the way it looked. When done you could not tell the floor had been fixed. Excellent job. Highly recommend."

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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M.E. Painting

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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 Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

20 years of painting and painting Managment experience. I want to create not only a great product but an amazing customer service experience to complete your projects timely and on budget

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Mas Paint Contracting

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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 Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"Pressure washing was done well. Large divots left in lawn and strip of concrete in front of garage door was left unwashed."

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Southern Grace Exteriors

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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 Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job."

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Siding Repair Systems

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Serving Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Things went well. The work was done meticulously. They cleaned up every day and communicated well as to any stoppage. i.e. Weather stopped job for two days and I was called to inform me. All nail holes were painted to match the color scheme. The bottom line: my home looks fantastic."

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chad and his son did a very nice job in a timely manner."

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Recommended by83%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Scott did a great job on the white wash stain on our cabinets and power qashing and painting our deck. He is a very nice guy and works hard and aims to please his client."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom Rogers and his crew worked good together. Finished the job with great results. I recommend for any of your paint jobs."

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Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Rogers Painting, LLC - Home Facebook

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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 Potosi, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tom and Tony did a great job painting our fascia, soffits and garage doors. Rogers Painting showed up and finished the job within the time frame they originally gave us. Rare these days! Very nice people to do business with."

Response time10 mins

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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

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.

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

Hiring a contractor or professional deck refinisher is the best way to ensure your deck is properly stained. They have the expertise, tools, and supplies to do the job quickly and efficiently. However, staining a deck is a manageable task for most homeowners, and doing the job yourself can save money. Just keep in mind that DIY staining is a long process requiring physical strain, so it may not be the best option for everyone.

Avoid using cleaning products that are abrasive or contain bleach or acidic components on composite decking to avoid discoloration. Early-generation Trex decking isn’t designed to handle pressure washer cleaning—and if you use them on second-generation boards, always use a low setting to avoid the risk of damage that can risk voiding your warranty.

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