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Artistone Construction & Design, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Stafford, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"was absolutely amazed by the work that they did. very nice people, trustworthy, hard workers. helped a great deal with design, and made sure that it was everything I was looking for. definitely recommend for anyone!"
Out door covered patio
Bathroom
Bathrom
Basement
Shed

+93

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pro painting
New to Angi
Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Stafford, NY and surrounding areas

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Professional painting is what we do. Prepping is key when you want a professional outcome. We take pride in our work and love what we do. Choosing us will be the first step into having quality work done in your home or project.

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New Life Painting
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Stafford, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"I hired Ray & his crew to clean up my deck & paint/stain my deck. The lower level a big drop off as there was a pool there. I asked Ray to add railings & a gate to the deck prior to doing the initial job. They did a amazing job quickly & thoroughly!! I couldn't be happier. I would 100 % open to hiring Ray & his team again!! Excellent guy as communication was very clear & fair :) Thanks!! Karen Drew from Hilton, Ny"
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Key Painting
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Stafford, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bill contacted us promptly and quickly gave us an estimate of what was needed and what it would cost. He told us that it could take up to 10 working days to complete. Antonio, Tom, and Bill arrived Tuesday and completed the bulk of the work by Saturday (5 working days) returning to move items back into place the following week. Antonio and Tom were here all days, and were polite and hard working, a joy to have work on our house. Bill arrived when the epoxy was going down, and was likewise polite and informative. All jobs have unexpected glitches, and they handled these with aplomb. We are very pleased with the result and are happy to recommend them to others."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
Pitched perfect homes
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Stafford, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pitched Perfect Homes did a fantastic job replacing our gutters and downspouts as well as adding a gutter and downspout to a small roof that hangs over our deck. They also cleaned, sanded, and stained our deck, and it turned out beautiful! We highly recommend their services and would definitely hire them again!"
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Maija’s Home
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Staining and sealing the underside of a deck creates a moisture barrier but traps water in the boards, quickly leading to rot. No matter how well you seal the above deck, water still gets through via nails and screw heads on the surface. Allow this water to flow naturally under the deck, where it is routed through the drainage system.

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

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. 

A random orbital sander is best for sanding a deck because it is easier to handle than other power sanders and is less likely to damage the wood. Most decks are made of types of softwood, so a gentler sanding process is essential to prevent permanent blemishes. For example, belt sanders can gouge softwoods.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

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