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Five Star Painting of Wilmington
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Five Star Painting this past summer because they had done such a nice job seven years prior. They were extremely profession, from the initial call, through estimate, during the project, and following up afterwards. I would highly recommend them to family or friends."
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DLS Home Services
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

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"It went well, Great. Very good! always cleans up, any help that's needed he's there, I wouldn't consider it trying to anyone else. He can do everything that needs to be done. it's very timely always reliable and give me great advice when I ask questions."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Read Construction
4.6(
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"I would definitely recommend Read construction as he was very detail oriented and did a great job with our tile and was proficient in plumbing. It did take longer than expected but we got everything done just in time. Thanks for everything Lance!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brush & Ladder Painting
4.0(
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job staining my house trim, Very thorough, and was finished much sooner than expected. The finished job was very clean. We are quite happy with it."
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Interior Bank Painting

+60

Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Seven Degrees Construction
4.8(
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"seven Degrees construction company did a great job on my sunroom floor. I’ve finally found a company that I believe I will stick with for all my home needs. Christian is a great young man. Enjoyed having him here."
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Response time2 days
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Anderson Painting & Concrete Coatings
4.8(
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Be very specific about the expectations. The work performed was definitely what was originally discussed. I asked for power washing and trim painting. Painting was perfect, but the power washing was just a quick basic job. I should have been more specific about wanting the surface to be cleaned, even if it took extra work and a higher price tag."
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+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Stylish Renovation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

"I had my master bathroom completely remodeled from them and a half bathroom completely redone and I’ve had some other smaller jobs done by them after those professional great work tile work is amazing. Would recommend them for anybody’s bathroom or anything. You need to be done around the house very professional."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It is not always necessary to remove old stain before restaining a deck. If the previous stain is in good condition and is compatible with the new stain, you may be able to apply a new coat after thorough cleaning. However, if the old stain is in bad condition, flaking, or peeling, it is best to remove it completely to ensure an even surface and proper adhesion for the new coat. Staining over a damaged layer can lead to an uneven finish and poor penetration. For best results, test a small area first and consult the stain manufacturer's guidelines.

Hot, intense sunshine can cause your stain to dry too quickly, which could lead it to look uneven or patchy. If you’re staining the deck during hotter months, it’s best to do it in the morning or evening once the wood has had time to cool down. If you’re staining in cooler weather with less sunshine, the time of day won’t make as much of a difference.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

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.

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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