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Avatar for Straight Edge Painting Pros
Straight Edge Painting Pros
5.0(
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Specialty Painting - Mural or Trompe LoeilExterior 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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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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Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for SCS Painting Company
SCS Painting Company
5.0(
125
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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

"This was a whole house interior painting and the team did an amazing job. The attention to detail was amazing. They went out of their way to satisfy every request we made. The final product was beyond our expectations and they came back to punch list the entire job taking a Full day to finalize every detail. I recommend SCS Painting without hesitation"
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+56

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Legacy Pro Painting
Legacy Pro Painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew always does a great job. Hired many times over multiple years. They always know the correct special paint to use for long lasting results. Very happy with the results. Crew is always courteous and willing to go the extra distance for complete satisfaction."
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+27

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SouthEnd Painting Contractors, Inc.
4.5(
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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

Credit card accepted

"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."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Carolina painting & remodeling LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+5 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Kenia and her team did a great job! I hired them to paint my shutters and my garage door, as well as to revarnish my front door. Kenia was easy to communicate with, regarding scheduling. They showed up on time, were very neat and precise in their paint job, and did beautiful work! Everything looks brand new! They finished on time and cleaned up the work area. I am planning to get some interior painting done early next year and definitely hope to hire them again. Strongly recommended!"
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Recommended by59%of homeowners
Avatar for SouthEnd Painting and Roofing Contractors
SouthEnd Painting and Roofing Contractors
4.5(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+5 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

An exterior paint job typically lasts between 5 and 10 years, though this can range from 3 to 17 years depending on several factors. The longevity is influenced by the quality of the paint and primer, the quality of the application, the local climate, and the type of surface being painted. For example, paint on wood siding may need to be redone every 3 to 7 years, while painted brick can last up to 17 years. Aluminum siding often needs repainting every 5 years.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

Shadowbox fence maintenance depends on the material. But for wood shadowbox fences, maintenance typically includes annual cleaning to prevent mold growth, resealing or staining every two to three years, and promptly replacing any damaged or rotted boards. Vinyl fencing, on the other hand, typically only requires annual cleaning with a hose to maintain its appearance.

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