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Avatar for Diaz Painting Services, LLC
Diaz Painting Services, LLC
4.9(
19
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Corolla, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Diaz was extremely professional and delivered high quality work. They painted several rooms in our home and the results look fantastic. He was professional, punctual, and respectful of our space, making sure everything was properly protected and cleaned up afterward. The quality of their work really shows in the clean lines, even coats, and great attention to detail. Communication was clear from start to finish, and the project was completed on time. We’re very happy with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality painting work."
exterior painting
exterior painting
exterior painting
exterior painting
Full walll

+14

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Silva Painting Company, LLC
4.7(
20
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+2 more

Serving Corolla, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was very pleased with work done. Friendly and courteous employees. Will use Silva painting for next job, approximately two weeks in the future."
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company

+98

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A to Z Renovations, LLC
4.7(
34
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Corolla, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A TO Z RENOVATIONS is Top-Notch and does excellent attention to detail work with a great price! Our project was to re-mud/skim and paint the bathroom walls & ceiling after the removal of wallpaper. Hamado was extremely professional , polite, hard working and knows his stuff....the end product was perfect! The entire process went smoothly and on time from the estimate to the completion! We have already referred his name to our friends and plan to use him in our next project in the dining room......So Happy we found Hamado at A To Z !!!!"
Projects
Projects
Projects
Projects
Projects

+46

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Corolla, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great honest contractors. They did my bathrooms, hot water heater, unclogged my house drain and they did a French drain so my basement is not wet anymore. I already hired them to do my whole roof in the spring. I will hire them anytime."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dwelling Management Solutions, LLC
4.9(
17
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Corolla, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Wonderful, excellent service from office to Joey. Explained process and helpful with anything we needed. Highly recommend to anyone that need service. Office personal was professional & worked with us. Response time with our inquiry was quick. Nice to see a company that care for the service they provide & value the customer."
Problem Crawlspace
Mold
Mold
Mold
Mold

+7

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You can weather a new wood fence by applying vinegar with steel wool as a way to fade some of the coloring. You may also find it easier to stain your entire fence a new color instead of trying to get newer fence boards to match an older one.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

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