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Beargrass Painting
5.0(
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Serving Hungry Horse, MT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Kurt was great to work with. Great communication during the process. My house looks amazing. Great attention to detail."
Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Eaton Consolidated
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Serving Hungry Horse, MT and surrounding areas

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Eaton Consolidated offers a complete Design, Build, and Maintain philosophy. We have provided service to the Flathead valley for over 15 years. We aim to create value and be of service. We look forward to building a relationship with you and serving you for many years to come. Please reach out to me at 617-413-9299 or by email at [email protected]

Shop front
Kitchen
Butler nook
Master bedroom
Master bath

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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Rugged Ridge Contracting
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Serving Hungry Horse, MT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The fit and finish greatly exceeded our expectations. Excellent attention to detail, and completed all the work on-time, exactly as quoted and estimated, with hard-to-find work ethic and integrity. Friendly, polite & considerate crew, always arrived on time and when they said they would. Honestly, the best workmanship we have seen here in Montana."
Head-on View from Ground Level Below Upper Deck
Side View from Ground Level Below Upper Deck
Porch View Under Aluminum Patio Cover
Angled View from Ground Below Upper Deck
Kalispell Window Awnings

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Reed Painting - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Serving Hungry Horse, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are efficient, totally reliable and trustworthy. Accommodating and completely satisfied with the work they did."
Cabin Repaint
Cabin Beforehand
Stable
Stable Finished
Porch

+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on coating type, labor, site preparation, and required finishes.

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.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.

Apply a wood stain or sealant to properly maintain a wood deck railing and keep it looking new. Sealants protect wood from moisture and weathering. Regularly inspect the railing for loose screws, damaged balusters, and other signs of wear to make timely repairs. Routinely clean the railing using mild soap, water, and a soft bristle brush.

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

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