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Avatar for Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
23
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diego is professional & very nice. Will complete the job to meet your satisfaction. Stays with the job until completed. Honest. I recommended him & his crew to my brotherâ s home in Fayetteville & my sisterâ s home in Raleigh who were also very pleased with his work. Does great work. Painted my stained cabinets white. Also, exterior work with siding & wood & painting. Thank you Diego & Home Advisor."
Response time12 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Strickland Home Improvement & Paint
4.7(
34
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Strickland and his team are AMAZING! They painted all walls and ceilings of every room, the front door, and an outside barn in less than 8 hours. My house looks brand spanking new!!! I would 100% recommend Strickland Home Improvement and Paint!"
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Js Home Improvement NC
4.8(
17
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jose did a great job painting our deck. He was careful to keep the paint from getting on the rails on our deck and the siding adjacent to the deck. We're pleased with the work he did and would hire him again."
Sherry- Deck Renovation
Sherry- Deck Renovation
Sherry- Deck Renovation
Sherry- Deck Renovation
Sherry- Deck Renovation

+6

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%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 Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"M&D Property Solutions did a great job at installing a Radon mitigation system for us. Braden was awesome to work with! All done in one day and completely satisfied with it. I would definitely recommend!"
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

While power washing isn't a requirement before you stain a fence, it can make the job much easier and faster while reducing manual labor requirements. The stain will not work if the wood is full of dirt and dust, so power washing, sometimes called pressure washing, is a fast and effective way to prepare the wood for staining. Remember that you need to stain or repaint relatively soon after the wood has dried so that there isn’t time for dust and dirt to build up again. 

A five-gallon bucket of deck stain will cover roughly 875 square feet in a single coat. Actual coverage will vary based on the type of wood you’re staining and the number of coats. If you plan on doing multiple coats, multiply the square footage by the number of coats to calculate how many buckets of stain you’ll need.

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.

For the longest-lasting exterior paint, consider acrylic or enamel (oil-based) paints. Acrylic paints, including acrylic latex and acrylic enamel, are known for withstanding harsh weather and sun exposure. Enamel-based paints are also one of the most durable options available. While latex paint is common, it typically has a shorter lifespan than acrylic or oil-based options. The paint's finish also affects its durability; a higher gloss finish is generally more durable. For resistance to moisture and cracking, matte and satin finishes can be effective, while a high-gloss acrylic or oil-based paint offers a combination of maximum longevity and durability.

Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years.

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