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Avatar for S&H Painting
S&H Painting
4.9(
36
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Scott and his crew were punctual, courteous, professional, and reasonably priced. Most importantly, they created beautifully painted walls inside our home! I recommend them with the highest rating possible and will continue to use them for all my painting jobs."
Hallway 2
Master Bedroom 3
Master Bedroom 2
Dining Room 3
Kitchen 2

+46

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PAPO PRO PAINTERS, LLC
5.0(
11
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They repainted my shutters and hung up a few shutters that had fallen down. They painted two interior hallways and an interior stairway. They did a perfect job! I plan on hiring them again to do more painting around my house!"
Full house project
Full house project
Full house project
Full House-Outdoor
Full House-Outdoor

+6

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Clay Cooper Painting
5.0(
3
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They worked as part of a home remodel. I was so impressed with their work and attention to detail that I contacted them independently. We have used them for residential & commercial and they have done a wonderful job."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reyes Painting LLC
5.0(
2
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Gray, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Reyes painting to paint the exterior of my home, and I couldn?t be more impressed with the results. From start to finish, he was professional, reliable. He showed up on time everyday kept the area neat and organized, and finish the job within the promise timelines."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
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Painting questions, answered by experts

The process of painting or staining a fence typically takes between one and five days. The total duration depends on factors like the size of the fence, weather conditions, and necessary drying times. A significant portion of this time is for drying, as stain won't properly absorb into wet wood. You should wait 24 hours to stain a fence after washing it and allow 12 to 24 hours of drying time between each coat. The active work time is generally about one hour for every 10 to 20 linear feet of fencing.

The easiest way to stain a fence depends on your experience and comfort level with the project. Applying stain with an airless sprayer or pump sprayer might get the stain job done faster, but it can be tricky. Paint rollers and stain brushes are slower but simpler for a DIY project.

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.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

If your cedar fence is new, don’t delay. Unlike treated pine, you don’t need to wait months for the wood to dry out for it to accept stain. With cedar, the sooner, the better. Seal cedar within two weeks of installation to prevent the sun from fading its red color.

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