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Avatar for Proud Work Ethics LLC
Proud Work Ethics LLC
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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 New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I’ve hired Proud Work Ethics in the past 6 months to do painting for me. The first project in the fall was the interior of our garage, and refinishing our deck. The work they performed was so outstanding, that it was easy to hire them back to paint our master bedroom. Professional, courteous, prompt, clean, honest, reasonable and hard working. What more could you ask for in a contractor? Would not hesitate to hire them again, or to recommend their services to anyone in need of a painter."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DJ Painting, LLC.
4.7(
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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 New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wow! Eduardo and his team did a fantastic job! As first time going through an exterior house painting project, I did not know what to really expect. DJ painting went above my expectations and more! Not only did they do a fantastic job on the main house, they painted my flower boxes, gutters, all the trim, and even fixed some wood rot on my garage door frame! I would not hesitate to hire again!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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EJ Painting
4.9(
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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 New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric takes his time to insure that the prep work is done right. He is careful and very knowledgeable about his craft. He did our trim and shutters that had not been painted in 14 years as well as the old garage door. This required a lot of sanding, scraping and re puttying the windows and doors. They now look almost brand new especially the garage door. His prices are very competitive and much better than the big paint consolidating chains. We will have him back to refinish our kitchen cabinets. You can trust Eric to do a first class job."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Sampson Painting LLC
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"I love Samson Painting, LLC! This is the second time they have worked on my town house and I am beyond happy with the work. Especially my front door. I didn't know exactly what I wanted, but Tim picked out a door for me and it looks great! And my bathroom is beautiful and blessedly quiet now that the light and fan switches are separate."
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Creating Construction, LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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"Mr. Torres and his team did an excellent job painting and staining at my property. He provided a detailed Contract for the project and same was completed accordingly. He made suggestions and worked around the schedules of the residents. The price was.also good, Based on the above, I would recommend Creating Construction LLC."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, it is important to wash your deck before painting to ensure the paint applies well and adheres properly. While you don't have to use a pressure washer, it is one of the most efficient cleaning methods. Pressure washing can quickly remove dirt, wood fibers, and flaked paint, getting deeper into the wood than manual scrubbing. You can also clean the deck with a stiff broom and a cleaning solution. Regardless of the method, a clean surface is essential for good paint adhesion. Make sure the deck is completely dry before applying any paint.

Various kinds of substances and deck preservatives act as protective coatings for wood to prevent rot, which is caused by water getting into the wood and creating cracks and splits. Stains, paints, and sealants are the three best options to protect your wood, but there are also oils, varnishes, and waxes available. You’ll need to reapply sealant at least once per year, and you should inspect your wood deck regularly to look for signs of damage or general wear and tear.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Whether you can paint over your existing paint depends on what’s on there. Most of the time, you’ll want to sand down or scrape off the paint that’s currently coating your surface. Epoxy paint, for example, won’t let new paint stick to the surface. Latex paint is more forgiving and will accept a new coat, but a primer is recommended if you’re switching colors.

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