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Q: What kind of wood stain should I choose?

• <div><p>Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it&rsquo;s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors. </p></div>

Q: Do you need to prime composite decking before painting?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion. </p></div>

Q: How much does a five-gallon bucket of stain cover?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll need.</p></div>

Q: What maintenance does a wood deck require and how often should it be done?

• <div><p>A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.</p></div>

Q: How do you maintain a wood deck railing?

• <div><p>Apply a wood stain or sealant to properly maintain a wood deck railing and keep it looking new. Sealants protect wood from moisture and weathering. Regularly inspect the railing for loose screws, damaged balusters, and other signs of wear to make timely repairs. Routinely clean the railing using mild soap, water, and a soft bristle brush. </p></div>

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Last update on September 08, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
I needed my side porch rebuilt and they did a wonderful job. They arrived on time and finished it just how I wanted it done. Excellent clean up and very professional work.
Byler Bros Construction
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Reviewed in June 2024
Very knowledgeable and experienced in his grading and digging i had him come and do all the site prep for my new house and he absolutely knocked it out of the park! Great work would definitely hire again!
Woods Speciality Co. LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
i will never have anyone else refinish any of my furniture! they are masters of their craft! totally professional and honest!
Murray's Furniture Restoration
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Reviewed in April 2023
I have a 30' x 8' front porch on an old house. 17 windows on the exterior side had been painted and repainted over many years. They scrapped off paint, removed old caulk and re-caulked, and painted a new coat of paint. The house is over 100 years old and I don't know when the porch was added,...
Reid's At Your Service
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Reviewed in May 2022
His crew did a wonderful job. Our blue metal roof looks great! Highly recommend Richter Roofing!
Richter Roofing - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in April 2022
Very reliable and always there when needed. My gardens and lawn looks absolutely beautiful. Very helpful deciding which would work out best for me for plants. Thank you, I look forward to seeing you again this year.
Lang's Lawn Care
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Reviewed in April 2022
Ginaâ s Flores and more was very professional, left my carpets smelling good and stain free. & the price, you just canâ t beat it. Cheaper than any where else Iâ ve called. I 100% recommend
Gibbs Floors and More, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Dylan Monroe did a soft roof wash and treatment to eliminate roof moss. He was professional and thorough. He explained the process and application along with the expected outcome. He will return to complete the process in the spring. I am very satisfied with his service and would recommend...
Monroe and More, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
They Responded to Our Project SUPER Fast!!!!! Our Deck is HUGE.....Previously We had used Behr "Deck-Over" and Our Deck was a MESS.....They Sanded Down the Whole Entire Deck by Hand and Brought it back to Life.....They were Super Nice and Showed up to Work Each and Every Day AND They did a FULL...
Deck Works, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Holt Construction gave us a quote, we accepted and they put us on their schedule. They called to let us know when they were coming to install the deck and came on the day promised. It was completed in 1/2 a day. We used the deck that night and love it! <br />
Jeff Holt DBA Holt General Contracting
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Exteriors By Maria

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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 Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

"Maria and her team were very professional and courteous. They worked well together and hardly ever took breaks. This team hand brushed the entire house and it looks great. Clean-up was well done too. Maria was one of the only painters in the area that was willing to work us into her very busy schedule. She knew we had a very strict timeline and the job had to be finished quickly (we had renters arriving). Despite all the rain we had last week and an unfortunate personal issue, they got the job done just in time. I'm grateful for Maria and her team and their diligence. We would recommend this team and would definitely hire them again. Thanks Maria!
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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 Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

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"Always showed up on time, explained the details of what he would be doing. All work look real nice when it was finished. Seemed to be done pretty timely Overall I'd definitely hire them again"

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JED Building & Remodeling

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"I was very pleased with the work. The job required new studs for the drywall as the cottage was built before 1930. The contractor answered any questions, gave estimates to the work and delivered in a timely fashion. I would recommend and use them again."

Hardwood floor refinishing, broken plaster repair, trim, & painting

Bathroom gutted and remodeled - new plumbing, ceramic installed, etc.

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Zekes Roofing & Home Services

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Very professionsl. Completed work accurately and in a timely fsshion. Area remained clean after completion of work. Reasonable"

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Response time6 days

Recommended by70%of homeowners

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Welcome Home Moving Services

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"They were excellent, I would highly recommend. Everyone was very professional and showed up right when they said they would. They were gentle and everything arrived intact. They had us on the road in no time."

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Jaime Camacho's Painting

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"Jaime's little crew was just wonderful! Cracks were fixed and walls and ceilings painted in just two days! IMy house feels like it's brand new and it's over 60 years old!. Never thought I'd have this all done, and before Christmas! So Thank You Jaime, Bonnie and William - you were great!"

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"Ronnie and his helper installed 3 doors in 3 hours. Clean, efficient, polite, professional. I will recommend them to friends and family"

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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Small jobs welcome

"He was always very helpful and respectful, and was able to do the job exactly the way i wanted him to"

Response time11 hrs

Response rate98%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Westfield, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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"We where happy with the work."

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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"He is a hard worker that did a really great job."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it’s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors.

It’s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion.

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.

A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.

Apply a wood stain or sealant to properly maintain a wood deck railing and keep it looking new. Sealants protect wood from moisture and weathering. Regularly inspect the railing for loose screws, damaged balusters, and other signs of wear to make timely repairs. Routinely clean the railing using mild soap, water, and a soft bristle brush.

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