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Q: Can you stain over a peeling stain?

• <div><p>You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it&rsquo;s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you&rsquo;re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.</p></div>

Q: Should deck color be lighter or darker than house?

• <div><p>Like the choice of stain vs. paint, your deck color is entirely up to you. By consulting color theory, you can make choosing a house and deck color combination much easier. Many people choose a darker color for their deck because it doesn&rsquo;t show dirty footprints or other marks from daily wear and tear as much as a crisp white or other light color.</p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of staining a deck?

• <div><p>There are more <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-of-staining-a-deck.htm">pros than cons when staining a deck</a>. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. </p></div>

Q: Is it worth sanding a deck?

• <div><p>It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-refinish-deck.htm">deck refinishing process</a>. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.</p></div>

Q: What kind of paint should you use on a concrete porch?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/exterior-concrete-paint.htm">best type of paint for concrete</a> exterior surfaces like concrete porches, steps, or walkways is high-quality exterior-grade paint with strong weather resistance. Acrylic latex blends with tiny anti-slip particles will help create an anti-slip coating for your concrete porch. This type of paint will stand up best to the elements, especially rain, snow, and ice. An exterior epoxy will also help strengthen your concrete porch.</p></div>

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Last update on January 17, 2026

Reviewed in July 2025
Anthony repaired and installed doors and drawers and hardware on our kitchen cabinets as well as built shelving and affixed doors to our bathroom vanity. Stays on task and doesn’t mutter under his breath about the challenges he’s facing but rather comes up with solutions. Good worker, good...
Cransten, Inc. DBA Cransten Handyman and Remodeling
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Reviewed in October 2024
These guys know their stuff. They dismantled an existing wooden deck and stairs for me and replaced the deck with pavers. Was very satisfied with their work and will use them again in the future. I highly recommend them.
Blue Mountain Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Me. Kemp was attentive to my needs and did everything possible to help me in building my covered deck.
Matthew Kemp Handyman
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Reviewed in December 2022
They have been with me every step of the way in a very arduous process. I could message them at any time and get an immediate response and they have followed up on every single item of a difficult job.
All American Roofing & Restoration
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Reviewed in February 2020
Jason and his team did a great job on our new TREX deck and railing as well as new vinyl railing on our front porch. Despite weather challenges, they were committed, very courteous and respectful; cleaned up and a joy to work with! We highly recommend them!
Installation Pro
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Reviewed in August 2019
They were very good giving me useful advice about the condition of the trees. I really appreciated their knowledge and work ethic. The cost was more than reasonable. Highly recommended.
C & C Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2019
Hired Munoz Painting to power wash and stain my deck and a lattice wall screen. Excellent work. I little pricey but he was very detailed with the prep and staining so it was worth the cost. Went over my stain options and recommended a type of stain I had not considered. I went with his...
Munoz Painting
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Reviewed in June 2018
Shoddy and Slipshod work. They came and when they closed the pool last fall they took the pool out of its accompanying bag, put the pool cover on the pool and threw the pool cover bag on the side of the pool deck. Didn’t bother to put the bag in the crawl space. My spouse wanted to have them...
Lake Norman Pool & Spa
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Reviewed in November 2007
Kevin and an assistant showed up when they said they would and washed the house and decks. As the decks started to dry, we could see that they were not fully cleaned and had numerous cut marks in the wood from the pressure washing. When we initially called Kevin, he agreed to return and re-do...
1ST CHOICE PRESSURE WASHING
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