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Avatar for Proud Work Ethics LLC
Proud Work Ethics LLC
5.0(
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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 Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+13

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Allseasons-Painting & Power Washing
Allseasons-Painting & Power Washing
4.8(
109
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Working with Emilio and his team was an absolute pleasure! Emilio always followed up immediately with any questions and his team did an outstanding job painting my entire home - including the garage, staining the deck and power washing the entire exterior. I gladly recommend this company with the highest possible rating!"
Pressure Washing Project,  sidewalk, driveway, walkways and Painting of garage doors
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Custom Exterior Stain
Exterior Stain

+12

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Carfagno Professional Painting LLC
Carfagno Professional Painting LLC
5.0(
12
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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 Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were great to deal with. The crew (Skylar & Marc) were very good. This was a week long project They adhered to the schedule I was told. They were very neat and professional. Price was good. The project came out great, as good as I hoped. I would definitely recommend them and use them again when needed."
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+19

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Johnson's Home & Business Services
4.8(
30
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt, friendly, knowledgeable and they do a great job while being efficient at the same time. They finished and cleaned up so quickly! I'm very happy with Johnson's Home and Business Services. In fact, within an hour I'd recommended them to someone else."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Painting by Mark Caruso LLC
Painting by Mark Caruso LLC
4.3(
52
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark did an outstanding job painting the interior of our home. He was always professional and always punctual. The quality of his work is second to none. We have received numerous compliments on the paint job from family members and from friends. We highly recommend Mark for any painting needs."
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+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for NJ Special Construction, LLC
NJ Special Construction, LLC
4.8(
48
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are renovating our downstairs bedroom and we asked Emre to do the drywall and the floor. They showed up on time and did a great job. Reasonable price as well. We hope to have him back for more work soon."
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Remodeling kitchen

+35

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Premier Siding Specialist, LLC
Premier Siding Specialist, LLC
4.9(
6
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I moved from NY to Brick NJ and I was in need of flooring . Vince was so easy to work with as the process from ordering measuring and scheduling to the installation was so seamless. I had a problem with the delivery he rearranged his schedule to work out a new date that worked on my time line. I am so pleased with his professional and his team that I work recommend him to my family and friends."
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Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Beyond liquid rubber, homeowners can use sealants, stains, membranes, or tapes as waterproofing options. Oil-based or water-based sealants soak into the wood, creating a moisture-resistant barrier. Waterproofing stains—available in transparent, semi-transparent, and solid colors—add both protection and style to your deck. For heavy-duty waterproofing, deck membranes and waterproof tapes can be applied under the deck boards to direct water away from the structure below. Whatever method you choose, clean and prep the deck first to ensure the best, longest-lasting results.

To make sure the paint won’t bubble as you apply it, make sure to paint on a day that’s cooler than 85 degrees Fahrenheit. When the temperature is too high, the paint won’t dry evenly, which can result in bubbles forming on the surface. Another way to prevent paint from bubbling is to clean the walls, apply primer, and let everything dry completely before you begin.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

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. 

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

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