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Q: Can you paint a metal fence?

• <div><p>You shouldn't paint a metal fence. Painting doesn't necessarily damage a corrugated metal fence, but these types of fences are meant to flex, and paint can easily chip and break off. Latex paints can address this issue, but those tend not to be very weather-resistant. Certain paints can trap moisture in the corrugation, which can rust the metal and lead to corrosion. And finally, if you paint a copper fence, it won't patina, which is one of the main reasons people buy copper. </p></div>

Q: How long do exterior paint fumes last?

• <div><p>Exterior paints contain more volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, making them dangerous when used indoors. Without the free ventilation of the great outdoors, it can take longer for the fumes to dissipate than interior paint. While you may notice the smell lessening more quickly, you should be wary of paint fumes inside for 48 to 72 hours after it dries.</p></div>

Q: Does bleach harm wood?

• <div><p>Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won&rsquo;t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.</p></div>

Q: Can you stain over a peeling stain?

• <div><p>You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it&rsquo;s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you&rsquo;re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.</p></div>

Q: What happens if an oil-based stain gets wet?

• <div><p>Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn&rsquo;t cause you any problems.</p></div>

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Last update on March 29, 2023

Reviewed in March 2023
Muy buen trabajo, el material excelente para mi gusto y el trabajo estuvo en tiempo y forma, como me lo dijeron, y por supuesto buen trato y buena disponibilidad por parte de ellos. Sin duda volverÃa a solicitar sus servicios
My Playa Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Carlos is so personable, very knowledgable and professional. Repairs required follow-up visits but he applied a temporary fix that allowed me to use my washer until the parts came in. I'm greatly satisfied with his services and will use them again. I highly recommend Residential Appliance...
Residential Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in November 2016
Excellent customer service. Men arrived as scheduled and completed job quickly and efficiently.
Gale Insulation
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Reviewed in November 2013
called him and in less then 1 hour, he was at my house! he had my sink unstopped in about 10 minutes and was gone. he did not charge me a service call for coming from Carlsbad.
Roadrunner Sewer & Drain Service
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Reviewed in September 2013
Overall BCBSNM is very responsive. Whenever I've had a question I have been quickly helped. <br />
BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD
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Northern Painting, LLC

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Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

We offer fast reliable professional work!\nNo job to big or small.\nWe give discounts to seniors veterans and any customer in general!

Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

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"Bill did an excellent job of filling, sanding, and painting the columns, vigas, and latillas. For the wood under the portal where we wanted to maintain stain, he did a beautiful job of matching the wood and making the filled areas look natural. He also painted our ductwork and other metal components to color match the stucco, repairing the stucco in a few places along the way. Bill is extremely reliable, meticulous in his cleanup, and fairly priced. Our next door neighbors saw Bill's work and hired him for their project."

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BluSky NM Drywall Lath & Plaster Inc

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Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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Emergency services offered

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We had to postpone a couple of days due to the freezing weather early January. I wasn't home the first afternoon they came but was impressed there was no mess or other evidence they had been there, just the first layer of cement in the places needed. I was home the second day they came and they laid down protective tarps in all the area's where they were working. The crew of four knew what they were doing and were very fast and efficient. They covered the cement with the first stucco layer and were gone before I realized they were done the color nearly matched and I was impressed. It turned out they had missed one crack, and when I let Alvaro know, they fixed it while working on the other areas. The third day they finished up and painted the repairs to match the original stucco perfectly. They provided a one year warrantee on workmanship and labor, which was important to me because of the time of year we were making the repairs. I was very impressed and I literally cannot tell where the repairs were made. The finish matches perfectly. I would highly recommend BluSky.

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Recommended by98%of homeowners

Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Vega did a great job painting my dining room and kitchen. They came when they said they would be here and did not leave until they had it completed. I would recommend Mr. Vega to friends and family."

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

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"Reule Sun did a fantastic job of re-stuccoing our home, and also painting the trim. Steve, Jay and the entire crew were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We were very impressed with the quality of their work and the attention to detail. We highly recommend Reule Sun!!"

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2 Daughters Painting & Handyman

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Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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Emergency services offered

"Great, on time, on budget...."

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Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"She did great work and got it done quickly. Have hired her again for painting a bathroom again did great work. I am very pleased and will hire her again for any future projects!!!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

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"It was very good. I was pleased with what they did."

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Welcome Home Moving Services

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Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Jerome and Adam from J & Z Moving were great. They had my stuff loaded quickly and all of the furniture fit through the doors without being broken down."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Loving, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Ernz Painting is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities. No job is too big or too small! We look forward to working with you!

Response time30 mins

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Painting questions, answered by experts

You shouldn't paint a metal fence. Painting doesn't necessarily damage a corrugated metal fence, but these types of fences are meant to flex, and paint can easily chip and break off. Latex paints can address this issue, but those tend not to be very weather-resistant. Certain paints can trap moisture in the corrugation, which can rust the metal and lead to corrosion. And finally, if you paint a copper fence, it won't patina, which is one of the main reasons people buy copper.

Exterior paints contain more volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, making them dangerous when used indoors. Without the free ventilation of the great outdoors, it can take longer for the fumes to dissipate than interior paint. While you may notice the smell lessening more quickly, you should be wary of paint fumes inside for 48 to 72 hours after it dries.

Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

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