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Avatar for Shining Star Painting and Remodeling
Shining Star Painting and Remodeling
4.9(
147
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrimack, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Shining Star for our deck repair. Working with this company was a pleasure. They were professional and efficient, readily available to answer our questions during the process. The completed work was beautiful and exceeded our expectations. Shining star will be our go to company for home repair and renovation."
BEFORE; Paint kiitchen cabinets/ remodel
BEFORE; Kitchen Cabinet
After- Kitchen cabinet
After- Kitchen cabinet
Deck rebuild.

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premier Painting
4.7(
55
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Merrimack, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pete did a phenomenal job on this project. Our home needed a lot of TLC and Pete was extremely knowledgeable about how to help us achieve the look we wanted. He has a great attention to detail and accommodated all of our requests. I would highly recommend Pete and Premier Painting for any of your home needs. I look forward to working with him on future projects we would like to complete in our home."
Recent interior painting
Recent interior painting
Recent interior painting
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Vallen Pro Painters, Inc.
4.9(
119
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrimack, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vallen Pro Painters did a nice job staining my exterior weathered boards on my home along with the trim! Amazing customer service, responsive and very professional! Neighbors have commented one our clean and fresh look!. Can not bear their quality and reasonable price! The owner Diego was a pleasure to work with. Would recommend this company!!!"
After Paint
Before Paint
After Paint
Before Paint
After Paint

+30

Response time2 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Torin Soares Contracting
5.0(
13
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrimack, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Torin and his team did a wonderful job upgrading our original 1980s kitchen. He was flexible with its construction ‘quirks’ and helped me find materials within my budget. Kitchen remodel included cabinets countertops & lighting. Torin is detailed and thorough. He shows up on time, is clean and personable. Throughout the project, he took on smaller fixes including replacing my bathroom faucet, fixing the drafty front door & hiding the TV cable wires behind the wall. Overall very satisfied with his work."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for Antonelly Pro Painters LLC
Antonelly Pro Painters LLC
5.0(
17
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrimack, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Antonelly pro painter company is very professional. Estimate for work to be done was reasonable. I had a two story center hall with multiple doors and a lot of wainscoting. They also painted the hallway area leading up to half bath and bathroom. They were able to repair damage done to walls from wallpaper removal and improve wainscoting area from pet chewing. Prep work and cleanup excellent. Work done in a timely fashion with explanation as needed done every step of the way."
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting

+11

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ricci's Painting
Ricci's Painting
4.7(
22
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Merrimack, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bruno Ricci and his team expertly painted our home's exterior, exceeding expectations from initial contact to project completion. Bruno's exceptional professionalism and communication skills, along with his team's meticulous attention to detail, ensured our absolute satisfaction. We wholeheartedly recommend Bruno Ricci for an unparalleled, cost-effective painting experience that will leave you delighted. Five stars PLUS all around!"
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR

+121

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

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.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

When staining a deck, don’t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don’t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don’t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right.

Staining a deck is typically less expensive upfront than painting. The cost to stain a deck professionally averages around $850, with most homeowners paying between $550 and $1,250, depending on the deck's size. A DIY staining project can cost less than $100. The cost to paint a deck ranges from $500 to $2,000. While the initial cost of staining is lower, it's important to consider long-term expenses. Paint can last up to 10 years, whereas stain needs to be reapplied every few years, which could lead to higher costs over time.

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