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Avatar for Top of the Line Painting, LLC
Top of the Line Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Gaston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was so impressed with Top of the Line Painting. Weather held up the work for over a week but Matt stayed in touch almost every day. His team came at the designated time and finished staining not only a two-tier deck but also painted the front porch in less than a day. They also pressure-washed the house and it looks beautiful. The work they performed was absolutely professional and I am extremely happy with the job they did. I highly recommend this company!"
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+165

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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360 Painting of Columbia
4.3(
33
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Gaston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend 360 Painting! Jimmy and Levi were awsome to work with! Jimmy was very accommodating, even offering to meet me to pick out paint and stain colors for my home project. Levi did a fantastic job with painting and staining. I feel 360 painting transformed my home! 360 painting is the Best!!"
Exterior House
Bathroom
Living Room
Dinning Room
Exterior

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Carolina Professional Painters LLC
4.8(
76
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Gaston, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Marcial and his crew were prompt, professional and hard working. I received Marcials' proposal in a timely fashion, which is more than I can say about some of his competitors in the Columbia area. They arrived at the job site each day in a timely manner, worked 8 to 10 hours,cleaned up daily and completed the job in approximately six days. Martial was very helpful assisting us with the correct type and color of paints and stains. He replaced all identified rotten wood on our home, which is 100+ years old, as well as some wood which we had not identified upon initial inspection. He also found a shingle on the roof that required replacing and took care of that at no additional cost. Marcial and his crew are excellent painters,answered all our questions and did an outstanding job at a reasonable price. I highly recommend Marcial - Carolina Professional Painters LLC."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Strokes of Excellence Painting
Strokes of Excellence Painting
4.9(
41
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Gaston, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work and I have high standards! Company was always on time, professional, and friendly. Was shown each day what work was completed and what they’d paint the next day. I would definitely use Strokes of Excellence again and already recommended to friend looking for a painter."
Repaint/Restore
Exterior Repaint
Exterior Repaint
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lakeside Construction of Columbia LLC
4.8(
161
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Gaston, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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Lakeside construction is the one you need to hire for all your roofing needs! They are wonderful! From the salesman Kevin who handled the insurance company so I did not have to, Tom who then called with all the details and scheduled my roof, the delivery man that brought all the supplies, and the roofers. I have two dogs and the roofers worked around letting them go potty twice....so nice. The roof is beautiful! They left my yard cleaner then it was before they came. They cleaned my front porch and back deck and raked the yard. There was zero trash left and not a single nail left. I could not be happier!!!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Anderson painting
4.7(
23
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Gaston, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Anderson Painting is the best! MIkel and team were conscientious, hard working and paid attention to the little details. Showed up when they said they would and stayed until they got the job done. Will definitely recommend them to all my friends and neighbors and will call them again when it's time to repaint the home. Cannot say enough great things about this company."
Interior Painting Project
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Kate Farm
Interior Painting Project

+59

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining FAQs, answered by experts

The number of coats you need to apply when whitewashing a surface depends on how opaque you want the final product to be. If you're going for a transparent, barely there look, a single coat or two may suffice. For fuller coverage, you'll want to use multiple coats. Another option is to use a less diluted paint to get a thicker coverage. 

Staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan and protect it from the elements. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it is not impervious to damage from moisture, sun exposure, splintering, fading, and rot over time. Applying a protective finish creates a shield that preserves the wood's strength and appearance, potentially extending its life by five to 10 years.

When choosing a finish, it's helpful to understand the difference between a sealer and a stain. A sealer sits on top of the wood, whereas a combination stain and sealer soaks into the top layer. Because it penetrates the wood, a stain generally offers better protection against UV damage and rot and lasts significantly longer. For the best results that also preserve the wood's natural color, consider using a near-translucent stain.

To maintain protection, plan on reapplying the stain or sealer every two to three years, either as a DIY project or by hiring a professional.

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.

You can paint over old paint on a concrete porch. For the best results, you should first clean the surface and remove as much paint as you can. A power washer is helpful here, but you’ll also want to scrape as much of the old paint away as possible. Then you should prime the porch before repainting it.

You’ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it’s become especially difficult to clean. As for how often to stain a deck, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage.

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