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Q: What costs are associated with exterior painting or staining?

• <div><p>Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to sand after spackling?

• <div><p>Yes, it's a good idea to sand the wall with fine-grit sandpaper after spackling, especially if you plan on painting. You can do this by hand or using a sander, but the idea is to ensure the spackle is flush with the wall. Sanding will give your wall a smooth, uniform finish and help your paint and wallpaper stay put.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint or stain pressure-treated wood, and how long does it need to dry first?

• <div><p>Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.</p></div>

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: How long should I wait between coats?

• <div><p>When applying multiple coats, wait<b> four to six hours</b> for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.</p></div>

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Last update on May 26, 2024

Reviewed in May 2024
This company installed powder coated black chain link fence at my house. This was a huge job and required a lot of fencing. It also required two smaller gates and two double gates. Derek and his crew were very professional and the fence was level and beautiful and the cleanup was great. I would...
Always Driven LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Diego and his team were very efficient and helpful with advice and willingness to include some deck repair with the washing, sanding and sealing of our 2 large backyard decks and deck bench. They did all sanding by hand (no large sanders) and painted on all stain and seal by hand. They did the...
Color Rush Painting, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2019
Joe has wonderful skills Fixing my deck building me quality steps I will be using him in with some of my other projects
Home Improvements By Joe Beemer - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in June 2019
They did what i wanted and they did it professionally and in a quick, efficient way. Their crew worked hard and they do know â deck repairâ
Byler's Construction
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Reviewed in June 2019
They did an excellent job! Couldn't believe how clean everything became! They washed my siding, gutters, deck, front porch. They even did my sidewalk, which I didn't know they were going to do! They were very responsive, I didn't have to wait long for them to get to me! Very friendly, would...
Ben Waters Services & Painting
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Reviewed in June 2017
Roger and crew did an excellent job removing our large dead ash tree and trimming/dead-wooding 6 huge oaks and maples, as well as some general trimming of others. These trees were next to our home and deck and no branches hit the deck. Great job of clean up everywhere.
American Tree and Lawn Service
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Reviewed in January 2016
Nick was professional, prompt and did an excellent job. Heavy black grease was tracked through the house on someone's shoe the day prior. We didn't know of any carpet cleaners in the area so we called Do It All Cleaning and he was able to come over the very next morning. We asked him to clean...
Do It All Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
I am a real estate Broker with over 30 yrs. in the real estate business, and have seen from the worst to the best in construction quality. <br /> Originally, I wanted to do a complete renovation of my 35 yr. old kitchen. After getting the same old boring design (or no new design at all) from...
OEN KITCHEN & BATH SHOWROOM
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Reviewed in August 2013
I can't tell you how happy I am with my new deck!!! They did awesome work at a great price. All my neighbors love it, too!!!! No matter what the project is that I have next, I will go directly to Scott. Customer service, professionalism, friendliness, and quality are exceptional. Thank...
Scott P. Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
We own a 1 and 1/2 story cedar home that was built in 2005. After our house was painted initially in 2005 we were not very satisified with the final look of home. Unfortunately, after paying the money we did to have it stained we were not in the position financially at the time to have our...
C & C Professional Painters
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Partin Premier Painting

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Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Job done quickly not cleaned and scraped no caulking had to call back to fix spots peeling or not hit at all i still have areas not covered very dissapointed for money i paid"

+40

Response time3 days

Recommended by50%of homeowners

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Kenneth Dietz

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Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Hi, my name is Riley. I’m 22 years old and working hard to build my path as a general contractor. I take pride in honest work, reliability, and doing every job the right way. My goal is to provide quality craftsmanship people can trust while continuing to grow my business through hard work and dedication.

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New to Angi

Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m a one-stop shop for all your maintenance needs, with a knack for tech and a wide range of skills in various trades. Nothing too big to tackle and nothing too simple I won’t accept. Not to mention I can promise to beat larger companies and there estimates every single time\n\n

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Waters Services and Painting

4.7(

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Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I could not be happier. From their really great customer service to the painting job. They painted four rooms plus ceilings. They are perfectionists and do a really super job. I’m so glad I took a chance on them"

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Recommended by94%of homeowners

Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work in all areas!! The crew was extremely proficient in their work and quite efficient with their time. We also appreciated the care taken to protect the deck and minimize impact on the yard. We are thrilled with the final results!!!!"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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Certified Power Wash - Home Facebook

4.6(

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Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chuck did a great job! I recommend his power wash service to anyone."

+19

Response time1 day

Response rate88%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very Helpful, removed more stains then I though would come out. Gave me a quote before starting and still went above and beyond what we agreed on. I wouldn't use anyone else after my experience with A+ Xpress Carpet Care"

+14

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Sibert Pro Construction Inc

5.0(

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Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Everything was performed very professionally. We were impressed by the detail paid to making our older house look new again."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a very well job. Worked around my schedule and was a very good experience. Would hire again"

+52

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Minster, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Xavier and his team were punctual, friendly, and did a great job! Xavier is great at communicating in a quick manner and is eager to complete the job. I am very happy with my deck."

Response time2 hrs

Response rate96%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

Yes, it's a good idea to sand the wall with fine-grit sandpaper after spackling, especially if you plan on painting. You can do this by hand or using a sander, but the idea is to ensure the spackle is flush with the wall. Sanding will give your wall a smooth, uniform finish and help your paint and wallpaper stay put.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.

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.

When applying multiple coats, wait four to six hours for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.

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