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Q: How many coats of stain should you put on cedar?

• <div><p>The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won&rsquo;t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain. </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: Can you stain over a peeling stain?

• <div><p>You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it&rsquo;s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you&rsquo;re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.</p></div>

Q: Should you stain pressure-treated wood?

• <div><p>Staining pressure-treated wood is a recommended practice. While inherently resilient, it's not impervious to moisture and UV exposure. Staining treated wood is feasible and recommended for enhanced protection and longevity. Applying stain and sealant safeguards against degradation, prolonging its life span. These measures shield the wood from environmental threats while augmenting its aesthetic appeal, ensuring your investment endures the test of time.</p></div>

Q: Should I brush or roll stain on wood?

• <div><p>Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. </p><p>Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.</p></div>

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Last update on January 08, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Brian did a meticulous job of pulling down and replacing our deck, using stronger and better materials. We’ve had many positive comments from friends and relatives about the quality, looks, strength, and rigidity of the new deck. Brian is flexible and easy to work with. We started with a simple...
The Great Wide Open
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Reviewed in November 2024
Ali and his team did really nice work installing 3 panes of glass, including a really odd sized piece. Even though the job was small they were able to come out quickly to take measurements and they gave me competitive pricing. Both Ali and his technician were communicative, prompt and helpful. ...
Aria Glass, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Rick did a mud, tape and paint job on my 800 square foot first level on Orcas Island. He did s great job, and I am so pleased with his work. I would recommend him! Thank you Rick.
Creative Drywall
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Reviewed in June 2023
John did a fantastic job installing my pre-finished hardwood maple flooring. It was sorted properly, nailed and trimmed out. Done correctly the first time around.
METHOW VALLEY HANDYMAN LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
I wish every sub performed the way he did... it would make contracting much easier!
Metal Wrks LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
I have had them do lots of work for me in the past two years on two houses. Everything has been great. Any small detail that I thought should be addressed was fixed immediately
Red Rock Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
I am very happy with the deck replacement and house painting done by Greg and Horatio. The deck appears much sturdier than the previous one and the painting on my two-story house looks great. They were fantastic workers, polite and pleasant. Greg came out the day after I phoned and gave me an...
Veria Construction
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Reviewed in August 2019
We had them do our windows, roofing, deck, and siding but I can only choose one category on this site so I choose siding because it was the most expensive piece. We researched hard for one company who could handle our rehab start to finish. We wanted high quality and didn't mind paying a...
Paul Allen Construction Group, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2013
Very well. Foundation, framing, small roof under edge of deck (over windows in new den), door, windows -- all went very well, on time and at price quoted. Williams was at the building location and on the job almost every day. Williams constantly keep costs in mind, and worked to stay within...
WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in November 2009
Terrible, here's what actually happened: ? Two different colors of stain were used. Neither stain matches original finish. Logs have a dull, dark look to them now, which is unusual for a log home like this. ? It appears no attempt was made to blend the stain from more sun damaged/weathered areas...
Northwest Log Home Care
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Indica Construction LLC

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

Serving Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Indica Construction painted our home exterior. Their knowledge and experience were demonstrated with meticulous attention to detail from preparation to finish. They were timely, respectful, friendly, kept us informed of their progress and left no mess. We would hire them again!"

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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 Friday Harbor, 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."

+24

Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by14%of homeowners

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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 Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the quality of work. Tipton was extremely professional and took the time to tape off all of the molding around the ceilings, floor and windows. The lines came out perfectly straight and there was no mess at all. Also took the time to primer all of the walls so my colors came out exactly the way I wanted them."

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 Friday Harbor, 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 Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tanya and her crew are professional and get the job done."

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 Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did a great job. Very good service, reasonable price and very professional."

This entire house crumbled off it took a lot of effort but if it's loose it ahas to come off!

All white after lots of caulking and primer. Same white is on the trim with a soft lustre to set it apart

All Arborcoat Water Based Stains except doors we resurfaced and stained custom color

+12

Response time11 hrs

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 Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a lot of work in 4 days , they were very fairly priced for the quality of work done."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very pleasant guy, very informative, he was very professional and very open to my ideas about I wanted my home painted."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Jays Painting & Home Services

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

Serving Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"great group of people. Honest and Very responsive. Weather delayed the job but Jay and his team knocked it out in two days. Whole Exterior job. Wife and Kids love it! Great company. Fair pricing. Always on time."

Response time6 hrs

Response rate95%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Hampton Enterprise 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 Friday Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were good. They were pretty fast and came on time. My overall experience with them has been good."

Recommended by60%of homeowners

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

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.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

Staining pressure-treated wood is a recommended practice. While inherently resilient, it's not impervious to moisture and UV exposure. Staining treated wood is feasible and recommended for enhanced protection and longevity. Applying stain and sealant safeguards against degradation, prolonging its life span. These measures shield the wood from environmental threats while augmenting its aesthetic appeal, ensuring your investment endures the test of time.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain.

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

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