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Avatar for Cesar's Painting & Remodeling
Cesar's Painting & Remodeling
4.9(
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cesar was great to work this. Came out immediately and provided a good quote. His crew was able to come out the next day. Power washed the fence, replaced some damaged boards and rebuilt the gates. Restained everything, the fence looks great. Cesar walked through with me ensuring I was satisfied."
Closet Makeover in the Making
Color Change
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+46

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
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MQ Interior Exterior Painting
4.9(
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing family Great work ethic Communication was great On time or early We love our stain Hire them! You will be happy like us!"
Gutter Installation
Gutter Installation
Gutter Installation
Gutter Installation
Exterior Painting

+5

Response time7 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Coat Painting DFW
5.0(
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Top Coat does all my paint and staining on all new construction projects… residential and commercial. Refuse to use anybody else."
Mason Duncum
Andrew’s exterior
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project

+33

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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GH Complete Construction Services
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Haim came out and brought his fence man with him. They gave us several options and we decided to go with a stained cedar fence with two gates. The next week they showed up and while one part of the crew was tearing down the old fence, another crew was working on the new one. It took a few days, but we now have a beautiful stained cedar fence. Like the other times they never left debris in our yard, as they cleaned up every day after their work was done. We chose a wood lattice patio arbor. It was of the same stained cedar, and it's very rustic and we are looking forward to many days sitting under the arbor to escape the Texas sun. The thing about G.H. Construction, is they show up on time and work a full day. They are supervised and if we had any questions or concerns, they responded in short order and eased our concerns. We are so pleased we are considering siding on the house. You can be sure we will use G.H."
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ATM Painting
4.9(
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I couldn't be happier! NO SUBCONTRACTORS WITH THESE GUYS!!! Thomas does the quote and is there on the job the whole time. The work is neat and tidy and they use plenty of stain. They are courteous, punctual, and the clean up is excellent. Another Angie's List provider quoted this job at $3250. ATM Painting did a great job for $1973!!! Just plan ahead because they stay busy!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior
Painting - Exterior Project

+30

Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Genesis Painting and Custom Remodeling
4.7(
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Genesis did a very good job cleaning and staining the fence. The fence stain looks very good."
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Dallas Varsity Painting
4.9(
63
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Worked with Michael to get my fence stained before summer. I appreciate his responsiveness and willingness to accommodate during his busy season. Would recommend to others."
University Park
University Park
University Park
University Park
University Park

+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MQ Interior Painting
5.0(
35
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Serving Arlington, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"GREAT WORK! We have used this company for all our painting needs. Used since 2018. They recently completely redid all my kitchen and utility room cabinets including the island. Went from old stained cabinets to beautiful painted cabinets. They always take great care in taping off and using plastic to cover areas to prevent overspray and unneeded brush marks. Always on time and keep the work area clean. Our house was in terrible condition when we bought it, but with MQ’s help it is now one of the nicest houses in our area. I HIGHLY recommend MQ for all our painting needs, inside and outside!!"
Fencing Project
Cabinet Refacing/Restoration Project
Cabinet Refacing/Restoration Project
Painting - Interior Project
Fencing Project

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

Limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces if you apply them correctly. Use on non-suitable surfaces can cause issues. For instance, applying limewash or whitewash to surfaces with existing sealants or incompatible materials may lead to poor adhesion or flaking. Also, harsh cleaning agents on limewashed or whitewashed surfaces can damage the finish. Proper preparation, application, and maintenance ensure that limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

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