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Top-Rated Painters in Herkimer - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Whites Painting & Home Improvements
Whites Painting & Home Improvements
5.0(
4
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Herkimer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Paint job gave a nice look to my aluminum sided home. Many neighbor compliments. Patrick is very skilled and very accommodating. He also follows good health and safety guidelines which I'm grateful for. Very pleased with the job. Will definitely hire again."
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Howard Painting
4.9(
20
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Herkimer, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tk, his father and his son did an amazing job painting our house! We are super happy with the results. They were so polite and courteous, they arrived on time, worked fast and cleaned up afterward perfectly. I highly recommend this local family business for any painting needs!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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A Stroke Above the Rest
5.0(
4
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Herkimer, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean was a God send , he showed up when promised, very easy gentleman to get him in and get paint on the walls and not on the floors. Have told Sean next paint job will be his, again a fantastic professional. If any further information is needed on this gentleman feel free to reach out to me. I would highly recommend Sean for any painting job or any other job he says he can do."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Typically, a fence requires one to two coats of stain. The exact number can vary depending on the porosity of the wood. For specific guidance, it's best to check the manufacturer's instructions. After applying the first coat and letting it dry completely, you can assess the finish. If it appears patchy, uneven, or you want a more saturated color, a second coat is recommended. An extra coat can also help cover lap marks.

Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years.

While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there’s no moisture on the house, and the temperature will likely be moderate and the sunlight less direct. Starting mid-morning should also give you enough daylight and pleasant weather to work on the job for several hours.

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.

If possible, it is beneficial to paint both sides of your fence to protect the fence more completely from the elements. Painting both sides of your fence will create a more consistent appearance as well. However, the time and cost involved in painting both sides of the fence may cause people to paint only the side they see.

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