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Avatar for GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired GMC to have my 4400 square foot house that we just purchased to be move in ready cleaned. Wow what a great job, the previous owner had dogs so they took care of EVERYTHING even extensive carpet cleaning. George is the gentleman who ran the show and I am forever grateful for the hard work he performed to meet my needs. Thanks again à °à  à «à ¡à °à  à ¤à  à °à  à  à  à °à  à  à ½"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
European Craftsman and Remodeling
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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 Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anton did a very nice job cleaning and staining our log home. It had been neglected by the previous owner and needed a lot of work. He also replaced rotted siding on our barn, fixed some significant structural defects and stained it. A nice job and finished in a timely fashion. Anton was here supervising the job all the time. Would definitely hire again"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Creative Visions Painting Plus
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Creative Visions Painting is a professional interior & exterior painting/stain company. We also specialize in Kitchen, Bath & Basement renovations. Additional services include tiling, flooring, floor refinishing, cabinet resurfacing, custom carpentry & design and a myriad of other services. \nOur focus is to provide our customers with top quality professional and punctual results. We aim to be comparable with other professional service providers both financially and creatively. \nFollow us @cvpainting on Instagram.

Exterior jobs painting
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+49

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dauti's
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Astrit to remove deck screening power wash stain and re-screen the deck. He is a hard working dependable professional who is very conscientious of his work and is easy to work with and he’s reasonably priced and we would recommend him"
1 bedroom
Bedroom
living room
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+24

Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
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Avatar for Nando's Painting
Nando's Painting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My husband and I hired Fernando to paint the entire interior of our brand new house. Fernando listened to our choices, desires and needs. He went ABOVE AND BEYOND to get the colors just how we wanted. He was also very professional, kind and absolutely stood to his word on quality AND he completed our house in the time he had mentioned. Fernando also offers the best prices for his amazing quality of work. We will definitely be rehiring him in the future and we will absolutely recommend him to everyone."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for WARD HOME & COLOR CONCEPTS, LLC
WARD HOME & COLOR CONCEPTS, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jerry and his assistant Angel we’re very kind and courteous. I felt their work was thorough and when Jerry said he was going to be there he was there and gave a great estimate in price and the amount of time he would need to spend on this job he was right on the money with both of those no hidden surprises"
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

The best way to protect a deck is to prevent damage from UV light, water, mold, mildew, insects, and abrasive cleaning methods. Sweep regularly to prevent debris that hides bugs and traps moisture that can result in mold or mildew growth. Use a deck cleaner once a year to remove algae, mold, and mildew. Avoid using pressure washers on high, as they can damage the wood. Applying a deck sealant can protect the wood from UV and water damage, and adding shade can also reduce sunlight damage.

Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal.

Constant exposure to inclement weather conditions can damage your deck, causing it to fade, warp, or crack over time. Regular maintenance keeps it looking and performing its best. That means giving it a good cleaning and applying a quality sealant or wood treatment to help defend against moisture, sun damage, and everyday wear.

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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