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Kings of Clean
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repairs to railing, powerwashing, sanding, staining. They did an excellent job with the deck, Ray was straightforward and honest through the entire process."
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Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Gray Painting
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional, cleaned up, on time, good rates for the amount of painting done! Plan to have them return for phase two of painting other rooms! Jason was great to deal with and the guys on the job were terrific."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chad the Painter
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Amazing communication, pricing was very fair, and even though the job cost a little more than expected. Chad never did ask for any more money upfront to finish the job. Chad and company went far and beyond, and expectations, we are definitely going to hire him for all of our paint job needs."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Hatton Quality Painting LLC
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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Customers say: Quality work

"Hatton Painting has been my to go to painter for several years. Originally they painted the outside of my house and the inside. This past year we contacted them to paint a new garage front that had been replaced. we also contracted with them to paint the inside of my house again, we had added a room from the original also. They were here at 9:00 am every day and were neat and professional while here. we also contracted to have the rest of the garage and the outside of the house repainted. This was done this year. There was damage to our sunroom and garage which meant wood needed to be replaced. The carpentry work and the painting went smoothly and we have nothing but good things to say about Mike and Mary Hatton, Do not plan to do any painting in the near future but will make them the first call and have and will continue to suggest them to friends looking for painting to be done. They also pressure washed both my decks which really needed to be done before the job was finished."
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
W. R. painting
5.0(
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilbur was prompt in making initial visit and his workers were there when he said they would be. Our project required staining of a lot of trim and he meticulously taped all walls to ensure neatness. If any changes came up (there will always be some) he listened carefully to my concerns and took care of things. I will certain use his services again in the future."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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High Quality Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have to say they passed any expectations I had. The job was done well and on time. I wasn’t sure what to expect because the house is old and has many difficult spots to paint. Everything from the stair case to the fireplace looks amazing. I would hire them again in an instant."
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Blue Chip Painting
5.0(
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Blue Chip Painting did an awesome job on our exterior painting for the trim and gutters. Also power washed and stained our deck and fence. The excessive heat caused some minor issues on the decking and Ralph sent his team over immediately to fix the areas. Ralph is so professional and courteous."
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Interior Painting Project

+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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GM Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

GM Painting has been dedicated to offer painting services throughout Northern Kentucky and the greater Cincinnati area since 2017. Our goal is to always render dependable residential or commercial to house owners, renters and business owners that have trusted us to take care of their painting projects start to finish. We are knowledgeable in exceeding all of the interior painting and exterior painting. Contact us at (859)-640-9101

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Yes, beginners can use a paint sprayer, but there is a learning curve. It's important to go slowly, read the instructions thoroughly, and spend some time learning the technique. Watching tutorial videos for your specific paint sprayer model can be very helpful. Before starting your main project, practice on a scrap surface to get used to the sprayer and avoid common issues like overspraying, which can cause drips, bubbles, and other imperfections. For safety, always wear a mask and gloves, and be careful not to touch the sprayer's tip when it's in use, particularly with high-powered airless sprayers.

The staining or painting process involves cleaning the deck, sanding surfaces, applying a primer (if needed), and carefully applying stain or paint for an even, lasting finish.

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. 

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

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