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Avatar for Superior Exteriors & Interiors of Ohio, LLC
Superior Exteriors & Interiors of Ohio, LLC
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"This company did exterior paint/stain in white on our small deck & very long privacy fence (28 8 ft. sections); both sides. They did power wash it first, then applied 2 coats of exterior paint. We also hired them to paint/stain our rental's decks in back & front; both in black. This very efficient team did an outstanding job. Looks great!!!"
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Painting - Exterior Project

+152

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Buckeye House Painting
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

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"Buckeye House Painting did a wonderful job once again staining our deck. They hand-brushed every inch of it and did phenomenal work. We have used the company in the past to stain our pergola and for interior painting. I would highly recommend them for any work you need done and we'll use them again. While everything is pricey anymore, their prices are competitive for the quality of work they do. I would pay them any day vs. doing it myself!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Fresh Touch Custom Painting Inc.
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

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"Very happy with end to end process, from Brian doing estimate, Renee scheduling, the power washing guy and finally Angel performing the work. Got concrete and deck power washed and sealed/re-stained. Fantastic job!"
Walls, Ceilings, Trim & Kitchen Cabinets. All cabinet doors & drawers are sprayed in our custom cabinet shop. Call us for details!
Painting of Entry Trim, Walls and Living Room Trim & Walls
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Kitchen Cabinet Project
Master Bedroom Walls, Ceilings & Trim

+36

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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A Brush of Class Painting Services Inc
4.9(
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

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"Jamie promptly responded to our call for an estimate and came out to give the estimate a couple of days later. He was prompt to respond to any emails or calls we made. During our conversation regarding the estimate, we felt that he was honest and trustworthy. We didn't realize that the first person that had stained our porched sealed and stained over mold. At first, Jamie didn't think he would be able to get the mold off of the porch without an intensive process and gave us options for dealing with the situation. However, he kept trying and was able to get the mold off before he sealed and stained the porch. He made recommendations on stain type and color. Jamie and his helper came out one day to powerwash and returned a few days later to seal/stain the decks, which they finished in one day. The decks look great! We highly recommend A Brush of Class Painting and will definitely use their service again for our decks or any painting we need done. The breakdown of the cost below is $985 for the large deck and $360 for the small deck. It was definitely worth it for us."
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Plain City and Powell
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"I had my garden fence stained with full coverage and they did a great job. She was hard working and did not leave until the job was done. It was a very warm day and there was no shade yet she just kept on working. Very pleased with the process and the results. The pricing was fair and competitive. Day or two later they came back to check results and decided touch up needed to be done. They saw things I did not. Great Job 5 Star!!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Custom Paint Jobs
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"Sebastian and his crew checked all the boxes and were the best we have experienced in the 44 years we have lived in this house. Very pleasant, professional and responsive. We could not have been more pleased and know they will be the first we will call for further painting needs."
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+36

Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Smart Assphalt & Seal Coating
4.9(
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"E&A Painting - Everett and team did an outstanding job painting the whole interior of my home. The quality of work was nothing but excellent and his price was fair and reasonable. Everett and crew were professional, punctual and cleaned up after each day. We will be having E&A painting back out in July to stain our new deck. - Work done, walls, trim, doors, fireplace and staircase."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Heban Painting
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Greg did a fabulous job. He also painted the interior of our home. The exterior columns needed a tremendous amount of work to get right and he knocked it out of the park. All the wood trim on the house and garage was done fabulously. Great job, well done."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

There’s no single paint that’s the most waterproof. Instead, there are several types of waterproof and water-resistant paints that suit different purposes. Epoxy paint, for instance, is commonly used to provide a waterproof coating to floors and decks. Masonry paint is an excellent choice for exterior walls. Meanwhile, there are waterproof acrylic paints that can be used for interior and exterior walls. It’s more about choosing the best type for what you’re painting instead of the most waterproof paint overall.

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

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