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Harris Home Painting
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

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"EXCELLENT!!! Steven Harris and his co-worker, Ernie, were great! They painted the entire interior of our 1850 sq ft home in record time and it was done impeccably! We are very pleased. Thank you both!"
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Black Diamond Painting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Black Diamond Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Rivera's Exterior Wash
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

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"Great He did a wonderful job soft cleaned my vinyl fence and pressure washed my driveway and my patio"
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JRC Home Improvements
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

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"It was great. John was very polite and confident. He knew what he was talking about. Would hire for every project."
Make it their own
Painted the living room, shimmed the front door as well. Also, installed the door handle to the front door.
Applied a new coat of stain and sealant to the main entrance. Turned out perfect
This is the final product after primer. Installed some very nice crown mold with new baseboard as well
Installed a chandelier

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Highland Home Improvement
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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Credit card accepted

"The contractors were polite, professional and considerate. My mother was very ill and they always wanted to know if their noise was disturbing her. When she napped, they worked on things like removing wallpaper and installing light fixtures. When she was up, they did demo. They were awesome! The job was done well and they made suggestions to improve the design. They ROCKED!
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Arm and Brush Painting
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Quality workmanship, polite and cleaned up after himself! I will definitely be calling Arm and Brush Painting to do any painting jobs I have in the future! Thank you, Jesse for going above and beyond!!!"
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A Walk of Elegance - Build With Excellence
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Sherri and Amber for any interior design work you need done. Professional and reliable. Great to work with."
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Wright Brothers Custom Paint
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

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"It was the best experience I've ever had with a paint crew! They were punctual, professional, and there work is unmatchable!"
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The Pressures On
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Did a great job, highly recommend!"
House wash and surface cleaning.
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Patio surface cleaned.
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Welcome Home Moving Services
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Serving Cookeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Very smooth! Tanya was the best!"
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood, as this helps prevent the surface from cracking. However, it is crucial to wait for the wood to dry out completely from the chemical treatment process before applying a finish. If the wood is still wet, the paint will not adhere properly. The drying time can range from weeks to six months. To test if the wood is ready, drip some water onto a board. If the water is absorbed, the wood is dry enough for painting or staining. If the water beads up on the surface, it needs more time to dry. You can build with the wood while it's still wet, but you must wait for it to dry before 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.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

Staining a deck is typically less expensive upfront than painting. The cost to stain a deck professionally averages around $850, with most homeowners paying between $550 and $1,250, depending on the deck's size. A DIY staining project can cost less than $100. The cost to paint a deck ranges from $500 to $2,000. While the initial cost of staining is lower, it's important to consider long-term expenses. Paint can last up to 10 years, whereas stain needs to be reapplied every few years, which could lead to higher costs over time.

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