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Avatar for Straight Edge Painting Pros
Straight Edge Painting Pros
5.0(
71
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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 Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"STRAIGHT EDGE PAINTING - CAN'T SAY ENOUGH POSITIVE THINGS We recently engaged Straight Edge Painting owned by Wes Reese to paint the entire interior of our house, including all the ceilings and wood trim work. Until now I doubted anyone could paint to my own expectations.. Wes sent in a team of the most professional, careful, pleasant, respectful and well-trained painters you could ever ask for. They start by covering all the floors by taping down heavy-duty brown kraft paper. Then they patch every imperfection in the ceiling and walls that they find. They even shine flashlights on the ceiling and walls to find these imperfections. Then they scrub down the walls with a giant dry mop-head. Next, they clean the baseboard moldings with a brush. Then, they start by priming all the surfaces first. Then they apply 2 coats of the highest quality paint. Wes is always accessible. They are fully insured and offer a very strong warranty. I COULD NOT IMAGINE THAT YOU CAN FIND A BETTER PAINTER."
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+3

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Valentine Painting
Valentine Painting
4.9(
499
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+1 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The builder brushed the black paint on my new front door….looked terrible! Valentine Painting did an exceptional job. Both sides of the door were sanded removing the black paint and making a completely smooth surface for spraying new black paint. It was a 3 day process but that’s how long it takes when you want it to look like the doors in a magazine. Their foreman was great and you could sense the pride he has in his work. Highly recommend Valentine Painting."
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+6

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for That 1 Painter North Charlotte-Hickory
That 1 Painter North Charlotte-Hickory
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Hakan Anderson had two painters at the house who quickly set about installing plastic on the furniture. They then applied stain blocker to the water stains on the ceilings from a leaking roof that was replaced. This was an insurance job. Then they cut in the perimeter of the ceiling with a brush and then rolled 2 coats of paint on each ceiling. After they were done, it was all about cleaning up and a walk through. I had moved all the furniture to the center of the rooms prior to their arrival. Hakan said it wasn't necessary but I felt better about doing it myself."
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+25

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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SCS Painting Company
5.0(
126
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"SCS did an excellent job. Owner had a walk through before work started to explain how they were going to cover everything up with plastic do the work. Painting was done neatly. Walk through after painting was finished for quality and cleaning up. I would recommend SCS to anyone needing painting done"
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+56

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Legacy Pro Painting
Legacy Pro Painting
5.0(
11
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work turned out amazing! We became so close after this project, I’ll always call him for more paint projects, and recommend to my family and friends! He was open to my ideas, very patient and friendly. Also very transparent in his invoice and offers great value!"
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+27

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for SouthEnd Painting and Roofing Contractors
SouthEnd Painting and Roofing Contractors
4.5(
709
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Southend Painters painted the exterior of my house, stained a deck and provided carpentry work for rotting wood on my front porch. Although the original paint job wasn’t what I expected, they worked with me, applied a second coat and now my house looks beautiful. Throughout it all, they were very courteous and professional."
Handymen Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Handymen Project
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Handymen Project

+20

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.

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.

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.

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.

A dry lawn is easier to edge than a wet one. When your ground is wet, your blades will likely clump together, making a seemingly even cut while wet, but an uneven disaster when dried. Also, a wet lawn can impact your blade's performance and cause mud to kick up, resulting in a messy finish.

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