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Preston's Painting & Staining
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Salem, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a great experience from start to finish, Preston answered all of our questions and concerns and addressed all of our needs. His attention to detail is superb and his team went above and beyond to make our project a huge success. We are so grateful for Prestonâ s Painting and Staining and my family recommends them for those in need of some color or a facelift in their future. Thank you very much Preston!"
Whitewash vaulted ceiling
Beginning whitewash
Single/double coat contrast
Pre-touch up phase whitewash
Finishing second story whitewash

+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Luncsford Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Salem, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Robert is very neat and tidy with his work. Amazing how quickly he can do the job, with such beautiful results! He was very knowledgeable about types of paint/stain that worked for my project. Very reasonable pricing. I would definitely hire him again."
Miller
Miller
Licking Mo job
Bedroom
Bath

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Siding Repair Systems
4.5(
128
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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 Salem, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They've done good work. The quality is really good. Once they started the work it was done quickly, about two days. Rock solid and perfect clean up. Good technicians. They know exactly what they are doing. They give you a discount if you put a sign in your yard, the contract is put a sign up for a week a few times a year. They seemed to forgot to come get the sign a few times. 





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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Ahmed Construction LLC.
5.0(
6
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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 Salem, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It has been a pleasure to do business with Ahmed construction. They provide very fair price on bidding. The administrative project manager Mr Albert is a hard working guy. Him along with the Mr Judy did the decking and replaced some studs on an addition remodel project. I highly recommend Ahmed construction and I will hire them again for any future project"
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.

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. 

Choosing the right product involves understanding deck material, desired finish, and local weather conditions. Opt for high-quality, weatherproof formulations ensuring long-term durability and appearance retention.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

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.

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