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MQ Interior Painting
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Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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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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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Platinum Painting and Gutters
4.7(
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Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Warranties offered

"They did an OK job on the paint but wanted me to do a walk through before the work was complete. There were several areas not painted and there were drips on the floors and on the toilet after they wer finished. Their payment process is the biggest problem. The only way they will let you pay is over the phone. Someone writes down your card number and then charges you later that day. Secure payment sites are so easy to set up these days, there is no reason to risk your customer's data."
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+24

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Gold Stars Painting
4.9(
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Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Agustin and his crew did an excellent job.  Not only did they complete the work timely, they went over and above what I requested.  They also took extra care to make sure that all my belongings were protected while they we're working.  I will definitely use them again in the future and highly recommend them to anyone needing interior or exterior painting.  Thanks Agustin for a wonderful experience!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Coatings, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Customers say: Quick response

"Wow! Troy and Shawn took our out of date knotty alder cabinets and made them brand new. They filled in the holes and the kitchen is now light and bright with bright white cabinets. We did the center island in a black magic and it was a work of art. We also changed our wall paint from beige to agreeable gray. This was no easy task with the great room being 20-25 feet tall. Our house now looks like a model home. Light, bright and cheery. A great job at a reasonable price. I would recommend Elite Coatings to anyone who needs painting done at a high level and a reasonable and fair price."
2 tone kitchen cabinets
Exterior Home
Exterior Home
Exterior Home
Exterior Home

+21

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
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Noah's Gutters
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Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys kept me informed. They called when they said they would. They arrived for the job on time with everything they needed to complete the job. They were professional and friendly. They cleaned up all scraps and debris after completion. The gutter look great and worked as planned during the heavy rains that followed. Great job overall!"
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JTB Paint Co
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Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dealing with JTB Painting was a wonderful experience. They were punctual, organized, very neat, and professional. There painting skills are the best I have ever seen. Each day they updated me with the progress and were very friendly to talk with. I would definatly choose JTB Painting for future projects, they do topnotch work for a very good price. I also learned from talking to them they remodel, weld, build decks, fencing, and much more. I was very well pleased to work with JTB.
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Interior Painting Project
Typical Room Prep
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

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Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Yes, it is important to wash your deck before painting to ensure the paint applies well and adheres properly. While you don't have to use a pressure washer, it is one of the most efficient cleaning methods. Pressure washing can quickly remove dirt, wood fibers, and flaked paint, getting deeper into the wood than manual scrubbing. You can also clean the deck with a stiff broom and a cleaning solution. Regardless of the method, a clean surface is essential for good paint adhesion. Make sure the deck is completely dry before applying any paint.

You’ll need to wait until the surface is completely dry, which can take anywhere from 24 to 48 hours under optimal conditions. The waiting period depends on several factors, including the type of siding and the weather conditions. Trying to paint before the surface is completely dry can trap moisture under the paint, leading to bubbling, blistering, and mold growth.

It’s best to use an exterior latex acrylic paint to promote maximum adhesion to composite decking. This flexible paint type can better cope with the natural expansion and contraction that can occur with composite deck boards. Oil-based paints won’t adhere as effectively and are more likely to crack and peel as the boards flex. Testing whether your chosen paint will stick on an inconspicuous section or a spare board is a good idea.

There’s no single paint that’s the most waterproof. Instead, there are several types of waterproof and water-resistant paints that suit different purposes. Epoxy paint, for instance, is commonly used to provide a waterproof coating to floors and decks. Masonry paint is an excellent choice for exterior walls. Meanwhile, there are waterproof acrylic paints that can be used for interior and exterior walls. It’s more about choosing the best type for what you’re painting instead of the most waterproof paint overall.

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

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