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Avatar for Ochoas Constructions LLC
Ochoas Constructions LLC
5.0(
31
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Manchester, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was awesome! Juan was so nice and personable. I met him as he was staining my neighbors deck and asked if he would do mine. He came over, I picked a color and he came the next day and completed the job. It looks great! Totally satisfied. He does lots of other work and I’ll be hiring him again for sure."
Painting - Interior Project
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior painting
Exterior Painting Project
Deck

+115

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Under the Sun Painting, LLC
4.8(
22
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Manchester, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike gave me an estimate on my shutters repair the day after I requested his service (on Saturday). Shortly after, he came out and completed the repairs. He did a great job at a great price. Thank you Mike. I will use your service again."
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen
Wall stripes
Two greens meet
Faux finish

+11

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rewind Time Painting Company
5.0(
3
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Manchester, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Rewind Time Painting to help us paint some empty apartments we clean for some property management companies. They are very reliable and thorough. His team makes the process of apartment turnovers very easy. I highly recommend this company."
Rental Repaint
Accent Wall
Angle 1 After
Up Stairs Landing
Upstairs Landing

+10

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

No, it is not okay to paint over rotted wood. Painting over rotted wood will not address the underlying issue and can trap moisture, leading to further decay. Properly addressing the rotted wood by removing and replacing or repairing the damaged areas is necessary before you can even consider painting.

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.

Avoid using cleaning products that are abrasive or contain bleach or acidic components on composite decking to avoid discoloration. Early-generation Trex decking isn’t designed to handle pressure washer cleaning—and if you use them on second-generation boards, always use a low setting to avoid the risk of damage that can risk voiding your warranty.

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

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