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Statewide Painting Services
4.7(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"State wide stained our entire 4,100 sq. Ft. Cedar sided contemporary which has multiple rooflines and 30â high sections. Danâ s crew was neat and efficient, finishing earlier than projected. Dan was easy to work. Their pricing was excellent as well. I would use them for any painting project."
exterior
barn exterior
IHOP roof
farm house
commercial painting

+36

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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EJ Painting
5.0(
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Serving Princeton, 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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+75

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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New Era Pro Painting Inc
4.9(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"New Era Pro has been completing projects at my home for the past 6-7 years. They have rebuilt my porch, painted the interior and exterior of our home as well as redesigned my backyard. Francisco and staff have always been courteous, respectful and very efficient with the work they do. Francisco and Junior are excellent and pays great attention to detail. They always clean up when they are done and respectful of my home. Francisco is excellent with returning phone calls and resolving issues when they arrive. He also make great suggestions. I feel they a truly great craftsman and are definitely PROS. New Era Pro has a customer for life."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+20

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Noel Painting Services
5.0(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Noel and his assistant Dave were excellent.They painted the house, fence and all our outdoor wrought iron furniture. Their price was beyond fair. They were professional yet friendly. They went over and above their contract. We are so pleased with them that any further painting to be done in our home will be without question Noel’s company."
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+8

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Tom & Matt
4.8(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tom and Matt did an outstanding job refinishing the hardwood floors in my 100-yr-old house. Their work is clean and meticulous. Before sanding, they covered all walls and countertops with sheets of plastic and taped up all gaps beneath doors to prevent sawdust from getting into other parts of the house. It took a while, but they were able to remove most of the old pet urine stains in the hardwood floor of the kitchen. They even took the time to hand-sand between coats of polyurethane. You can't go wrong with these guys. They're conscientious, seem to take great pride in their work, and offer really fair pricing. In addition to refinishing the floors, they're painting several rooms and will also be painting the exterior of my house when it gets a little warmer."
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Doors
epoxy
Exterior Paint
wood floors

+59

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters® of Mercer-Middlesex
4.5(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The painters were prompt, more than prompt, friendly--and so careful--both with the power washing and the painting. They were also efficient. Power Washing one day--all the repair and painting the next. Special kudos to the kind and meticulous foreman Hus. Our little house has never looked so good. And so pleased my husband at 74 no longer had to scale those ladders. Totally happy."
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+6

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters
4.9(
49
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew did a wonderful job first repairing then painting our deck and railing. Excellent work and a job very well done."
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+6

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Here's the deal with leaving used rags covered in oil-based stain lying around in a pile: Depending on the conditions, these rags can take just an hour or up to a few days to combust. The source of ignition is caused by trapped heat that can be compounded if the rags are near a heat source.

No, it is not okay to paint over rotted wood. Painting over rotted wood will not address the underlying issue and can trap moisture, leading to further decay. Properly addressing the rotted wood by removing and replacing or repairing the damaged areas is necessary before you can even consider painting.

Hiring a contractor or professional deck refinisher is the best way to ensure your deck is properly stained. They have the expertise, tools, and supplies to do the job quickly and efficiently. However, staining a deck is a manageable task for most homeowners, and doing the job yourself can save money. Just keep in mind that DIY staining is a long process requiring physical strain, so it may not be the best option for everyone.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

The need for a topcoat on a painted deck depends on various factors, primarily the type of paint used and your desired level of protection. Many premium deck paint formulations are self-sealing, eliminating the necessity for an additional topcoat. These paints often have built-in additives that substantially protect against moisture, UV rays, and everyday wear and tear.

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