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John Normile
4.9(
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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"These guys were incredible! Not only did they stain my deck with the proper product, but they replaced boards that were warped or rotten. They were reliable and traveled more than an hour to get here each day until they were finished. I would recommend them for any kind of paint job."
Metel building
Metel building
House repainting
Primeing
Repaint

+8

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
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JTB Paint Co
4.9(
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quote was itemized, work was started on date specified and I was kept aware of the progress and what steps were taken. Brick staining brought my older home up-to-date. Definitely would hire them again and have recommended them to my neighbors."
Interior Painting Project
Typical Room Prep
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+329

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Swatch Exterior Painting
5.0(
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"It went fabulously, the crew was very detailed oriented, keep the work site clean. Paint consultant helped us with paint color and paint coverage is remarkable."
Exterior Tudor Repaint
Exterior Tudor Repaint
Exterior Tudor Repaint
Exterior Tudor Repaint
Exterior Tudor Repaint

+92

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Olvera New Generation Painting
5.0(
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jason and his team did amazing work. Very professional and on time. Knowledgeable and had a positive attitude throughout the job. Will definitely use them again in the future."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years. 

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. 

Always sand a deck before repainting so the wood is smooth and ready for paint. While you do not need to fully remove paint before repainting, sanding helps remove any areas with weather and sun damage. Sanding also helps remove chipped or flaking paint and opens the wood pores to improve paint adhesion.

The longevity of paint on wood depends on factors like the quality of the paint, surface preparation, exposure to elements, and maintenance. Exterior paint on wood surfaces can last 5 to 15 years or more with proper care and maintenance. Interior paint tends to have a longer life span, often 10 years or more. Regular cleaning, touch-ups, and addressing any issues like peeling or cracking can extend the life of the paint. 

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. 

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