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Defiance Independent Painters, LLC
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Serving Ottawa, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Welcome to Defiance Independent Painters\n. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and craftsmanship for each aspect of your paint project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, text or email today, for your free estimate.

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Serving Ottawa, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"Came out right away to look at work request . Received electronic estimate same day. Came out right away to complete job. Cleaned up after work was completed . Excellent experience!"
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Response rate85%
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In N Out Handyman Services N More LLC
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"These workers were courteous. Hard working and conscientous. The ground was soft so could not drive a truck onto the lawn, and this being a 50 tree could not complete the work as requested. They did however take care of alot of problem branches and a bit more not originally requested. They tried to accomodate where they could."
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Serving Ottawa, OH and surrounding areas

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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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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Always wait until the morning dew has dried before you stain your deck. The stain needs a fully dry surface to sink into.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.

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.

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

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