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Avatar for Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner Eric was great and always kept me up-to-date on the project timeline (I was painting my deck and obviously it was dependent on weather). He was very professional, and his two painters Edgar and Diego were wonderful. They were very thorough and the deck looks like new! Thank you Red, White and Blue painting!!"
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exterior deck
House uplift
Metal Roof 1940s barn house
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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EJ Painting
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric refinished our garage door and back porch steps which were in rough shape. He also painted the trim and shutters. It was a big job and required a lot of sanding, scraping and putty work. We are very happy with his work. He takes his time, does careful prep and paints neatly. No slops on the windows. The garage door and steps look like new. We will use him again. He is honest and trustworthy. A week later we asked him to come back and refinish our 60-year-old knotty pine kitchen cabinets. He did a fantastic job on him and they look like new now"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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R. Jones Painting, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We needed the entire interior of our house painted including closets and ceilings because the former owner was a heavy smoker. We met with several painters and selected Hugo because he was the most professional. He measured every room, explained what we needed to do to eliminate the odor, provided us with a written estimate right away, and showed us his license and insurance information. His crew arrived every day on time and went right to work. They never left our house during the workday, even eating their lunch here. They were very courteous and respectful, Hugo did an excellent job of planning out the work so it did not interfere with our lives. Hugo informed us every day of the work they were going to do each day. At the end of the workday, he informed us of what they would be doing the next day and what we needed to do to prepare (empty closets. remove breakable. His crew did move all the furniture). They made small repairs to the walls and ceilings such as filling holes, replacing drywall tape where needed, etc. They cleaned surfaces as needed including washing the kitchen walls. Sanded where needed. They cleaned up every day so we were not displaced. They were very easy to work with and friendly. I highly recommend R. Jones Painting."
Accent wall in Family Room
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Church Exterior
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters® of Mercer-Middlesex
4.5(
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Certa-pro was quick to provide an estimate, explained exactly what they would do and made sure I was aware of the areas they would and would not be able to access to paint.  They did a great job matching the existing deck color and were able to schedule the work very quickly."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Good As Gold Painting, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Good as Gold brought my two level deck back to life. They used the highest quality materials and supplies. The deck boards are median cocoa color, spindles and railings white. I love the contrast. It s a master piece! Greg was so great to work with. I will have them back to do more work inside the home."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Satin paint is generally considered a better choice for woodwork—including trim, baseboards, cabinets, and doors—than flatter finishes like eggshell or matte. Its soft sheen enhances architectural details and stands up well to frequent cleaning and daily wear. Compared to eggshell and matte finishes, satin is more durable for high-touch areas because it is less porous and doesn't absorb dirt as easily. Matte finishes, in particular, are prone to scuffs and are harder to clean, making them less practical for surfaces like doors and cabinets.

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. 

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

You don’t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it’s best to remove as much as possible to ensure a smooth and long-lasting finish. Prioritize scraping off loose, peeling, or flaking paint, and sand down rough areas to create a smooth surface for the new paint to bond with.

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