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Q: What are the benefits of deck staining or painting?

• <div><p>Deck staining or painting safeguards wood against the elements through its protective layer, enhancing decay resistance, prolonging structural integrity, and improving visual appeal.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to seal a deck after power washing?

• <div><p>Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.</p></div>

Q: What happens if an oil-based stain gets wet?

• <div><p>Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn&rsquo;t cause you any problems.</p></div>

Q: When is the best time to stain a deck?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll want to avoid excessively hot or humid conditions, so it&rsquo;s best to apply your stain in late spring to early fall. It's also important to watch the weather forecast and aim for days when there isn&rsquo;t rain expected for at least three days. For new decks, allow the wood to season beforehand for at least four to eight weeks. </p></div>

Q: What lasts longer on a deck, stain or paint?

• <div><p>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 <b>10 years</b> of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at <b>two to three years</b>. </p></div>

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Last update on April 09, 2025

Reviewed in April 2025
Humberto and his crew carefully evaluated an enormous Spruce tree in my yard that I thought needed some care. He was thoughtful and determined the tree was rotten in the roots. The only option was to remove it. They were very careful and took the tree out without any damage to the nearby roof or...
P&H Tree Service & Landscaping
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Reviewed in November 2024
Kory and his boys are very timely, friendly, professional, and skilled. I was extremely happy with the completed shed.
Cascade Master Sheds
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Reviewed in July 2024
excellent work. Painted my house in one day with a 3 hour pressure wash a couple days previous. Communication was mostly good leading up to the job, just a couple of timing issues. Not super critical. The crew was great. We did a couple walk arounds near completion of which I noted a couple of...
CertaPro Painters of Bothell
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Reviewed in November 2023
Higher Level's work was excellent! Everything they did was as perfect as it could get. They repaired my home office after it had been burnt and smoked out. Their attention to detail shows in every phase of their work. If you didn't know something bad had happened in that room, you...
Higher Level Construction
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Reviewed in June 2023
Excellent work and craftsmanship. Showed great professionalism and communication through the whole job. Great pricing and turn time for quote and painting job.
Authentic Coatings LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Excellent professional tree removal service. Low price, thorough , friendly, and finished job in timely manner. I highly recommend.
PBTS LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
The service was pretty good. They were pretty slow at times since they have to wait for the materials but everything looks good. The roof does not leak and they got the job done within the timeframe.
SBS Home Services
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Reviewed in May 2021
Staff was very hard working and paid attention to detail. Very clean and attentive to our needs. We highly recommend Re-Bath to anyone needing to make their bathroom a safe place! Bob & Jan Starcevich, Cashmere, WA
Rebath of Tri Cities
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Reviewed in April 2021
She did an outstanding job with all the tasks I requested. Her prior housekeeping experience really showed. She was thorough, speedy and very efficient. And WAY cheaper than the competition! I will definitely have them to clean again.
Cascade Services
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Barajas Carpenter, LLC.

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Customers say: Quick response

"Jose hung a new door for me that turned out to be too small for my existing jam but he made it work with his skills! He had to make a trip to the store for hardware but he made it look flawless! Heâ s also a very nice, polite guy to work with! I am very pleased!"

Response time1 day

Response rate99%

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Elias Construction Services LLC

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elias Contruction provided a detailed estimate after inspecting the roof and making some qualified recommendations. The project required a few change orders that were not clarified in writing. I would recommend hiring Elias if you get changes in writing. They cleaned up pretty well although they missed a few things due to finishing in the dark. Overall satisfied with the job and cost was 60% of other bids due to sheathing adjustment."

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Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by14%of homeowners

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Better Built Customs & Consultation, LLC

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Richard their painter is a good craftsman and conscientious worker I was very happy with his work and his work ethic."

Response time4 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Tiny Living Golden Concept LLC

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Christopher was amazing. Showed up on time, worked ALL day, went above and beyond in rebuilding my deck - doubling it in size and painting it also, at NO extra cost from his estimate. I would 100% recommend him for any job, and will have him back to do more for me. His estimate was half of two others. Can't say enough about how happy I am with Christopher, owner of Tiny Living Golden Concept. My search for a fair, honest, reliable handyman to help me with my aging house is over."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Ybarra Professional Builders

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with the Ybarra team, Daniel, Alfredo, Jacob and Jason was an outstanding experience. We had a large project flattening a slope, installing a retailing wall, cedar fence, pavers, river rock and a railing on our deck. Everything was exactly how we envisioned it and the work was extremely high quality. The team was fast and listened to all of my concerns. There was always someone available to answer my questions throughout the project. Would highly recommend Ybarra for my future projects."

Response time4 days

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Welcome Home Moving Services

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were excellent, I would highly recommend. Everyone was very professional and showed up right when they said they would. They were gentle and everything arrived intact. They had us on the road in no time."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"Jose and his crew did an exceptional job prepping, scrapping, priming, and painting underside of my deck and all the joists. Would hire them again without hesitation."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Marroquin Construction, LLC

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a small garage which they fixed with a drywall, and then later they painted"

Response time1 day

Response rate86%

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

"Went great I supplied my Owen painted the the crew did a great job of peeping the house with a pressure washer and scrapers then painted with sprayer"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Entiat, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"It went well, they did a fine job."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Deck staining or painting safeguards wood against the elements through its protective layer, enhancing decay resistance, prolonging structural integrity, and improving visual appeal.

Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

You’ll want to avoid excessively hot or humid conditions, so it’s best to apply your stain in late spring to early fall. It's also important to watch the weather forecast and aim for days when there isn’t rain expected for at least three days. For new decks, allow the wood to season beforehand for at least four to eight weeks.

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.

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