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Avatar for Fridholm Painting
Fridholm Painting
4.8(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+5 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great. John was very professional and responsive from the start. John came over before, during, and after the job to be sure everything was to our satisfaction. The team that worked on the painting were professional, did quality work, and it was all done very timely. The price was also what we were hoping for."
Ballston Spa Open Area Dining Room
Latham Bedroom
Clifton Park Bedroom
Niskayuna Exterior
Charlton Exterior

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
G & G Pro Painting LLC
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have hired G & G painting many times over the last 10 years. They have always done great work at a very reasonable price. They are reliable, do quality work and clean up nicely after each job. It’s a company you can trust . I am lucky to have found them. I will continue to use G & G painting ."
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+18

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Color Concepts Painting of Saratoga County, LLC
Color Concepts Painting of Saratoga County, LLC
4.8(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+1 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

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"Joe was professional, easy to work with, and did an excellent job on ceilings, walls, and trim. He also provided helpful suggestions on paint color options. We would definitely recommend him and will contact him for all future painting projects."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Legacy Home Painting
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n

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Painting questions, answered by experts

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

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