What is better: wet-sanding or dry-sanding?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: How many coats of stain is too much?

• <div><p>Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don&rsquo;t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.</p></div>

Q: What is the best time of day to paint outside?

• <div><p>While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to clean my deck before staining?

• <div><p>Yes, you need to thoroughly clean the deck surface before <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-stain-a-deck.htm">staining your deck</a>. Dirt, debris, and mildew can settle on the surface of your wood. If you do not properly clean it, these stains will get trapped between the wood and the stain. Not only does this present an unsightly surface, but your wood will only partially be protected by the stain, meaning you'll need to stain again sooner.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to remove all the old paint before repainting a deck?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it&rsquo;s best to remove as much as possible to ensure a smooth and long-lasting finish. Prioritize scraping off loose, peeling, or flaking paint, and sand down rough areas to create a smooth surface for the new paint to bond with. </p></div>

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Last update on November 21, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
$100,000 in damages! This company completely ruined our home!! RMS was hired to finish our modular home - including decks, metal roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, finishing work, & construction of block basement. The results were not just disappointing, they were catastrophic. Licensed...
RMS Contractors Group, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Hoyle Contractors did an excellent job! 2 small deck replacements. Workmanship was very good; we were pleased with the results. Would recommend Charles Hoyle Contractors to anyone
Charles Hoyle Contractors
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Reviewed in July 2023
My sales man Chance Decker was there step by step in the process in getting my hail damage approved by INS never had a loss or Gap in communication stellar customer service my siding team Ralph George and Jay were fantastic very maticulas in there craft and conscientious about their work great...
MHI Roofing Florida
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Reviewed in August 2020
Very responsive-returned call within 24 hours and did the job a day later. Got patio pressure washed and stained. He did a great job for half the price is other quotes.
Mike L Painting and Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in August 2017
I had some horrible pet stains (diarrhea) in my beige carpet. They got it all out and the carpet looks amazing! I wish I had before and after pictures. I thought I was going to have to replace the carpet. They were booked so I had to wait awhile for an appointment (unless I paid for an emergency...
WORLD CLASS STEAM CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in September 2015
We hired Handyman Matters in 2011 before they were listed with Angie's List. Definitely disapppointed with the workmanship of this company. Handyman Matters might be okay for doing minor handyman work like changing light bulbs; fixing dripping faucets etc but in my opinion they cannot handle a...
Ace Handyman Services South Pittsburgh
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Reviewed in July 2015
Ed always provides quality services. We always call him for all of our painting/drywall repair needs. This is the 4th time we have contracted him. He visited the site to ask the nature of the work. He provided a written estimate for the job. After giving a down payment, Ed purchased all the...
Expert Painting Wall Washing And Repairs
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Reviewed in November 2014
The party was well,yet we were left with a lot of stains from children running around and dropping things. But luckily,all things were handled fine and we came back to a clean and neatly straightened home. It only took about 3 hours and prices vary-
Nora K.'s Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in August 2013
Over the years due to many reasons our logs were in desperate need of repair and attention. Jason and his crew at Blastmasters were simply amazing! They were very polite, clean, efficient and professional. Our family has called on the Lord to lead us in almost every decision that we have...
Blastmaster Surface Restoration, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2013
We have a very large deck. Mr. Hannisick and his assistant arrived on time, did a top notch job, acted professionally and listened to our concerns. The price was quite reasonable for the area cleaned. He paid attention to our water level as we live on a well. He was even willing to do a...
Pittsburgh Power Wash Co Inc
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