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LMNEAL Painting Co.
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Serving Sandusky, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

"Mr Neal is very nice and very personal. He pays very close attentions to details and would not hesitate to have him do other painting for us. He is very professional and paints the project in a timely manner. and he is very respectful and enjoys his type of business. You will not go wrong by calling him for an estimate and would hire him to do your work."
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Codi's Painting Services
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Serving Sandusky, OH and surrounding areas

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I have been painting full time for 6 years. I take pride in every step of the process from meeting new clients to achieving a great finished result! I offer small drywall repair and Interior/Exterior painting services to Shelby,Oh and surrounding areas as well as a free estimates! Ceilings, walls, trim, furniture and more! Amazing quality at an affordable price and the willingness to go the extra mile to make sure my clients project turns out exactly how they had imagined it.

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Miller & Sons Construction & Home Builders
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Serving Sandusky, OH and surrounding areas

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🏡 Dedicated to transforming homes with expertise in earthworks, concrete, pole barn building, and underground drainage. We believe in honest pricing and integrity, taking pride in our community and the quality of our work.

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

The need for a topcoat on a painted deck depends on various factors, primarily the type of paint used and your desired level of protection. Many premium deck paint formulations are self-sealing, eliminating the necessity for an additional topcoat. These paints often have built-in additives that substantially protect against moisture, UV rays, and everyday wear and tear.

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.

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.

Eggshell and satin finishes are best for porches because they sit in the sweet spot between scuffable matte and distracting high gloss. Your porch sees a fair amount of wear and tear, so you don’t want paint that’ll show every mark like matte, but you don’t want to be blinded by glossy paint in the sun either. Eggshell and satin have durability and a look that sits nicely in the middle.

While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there’s no moisture on the house, and the temperature will likely be moderate and the sunlight less direct. Starting mid-morning should also give you enough daylight and pleasant weather to work on the job for several hours.

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