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Avatar for HELLO Painting
HELLO Painting
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Lake Stevens, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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"Vadim & Slavic devoted considerable unpaid time communicating expectations before starting work. We knew what to expect, and nothing went over budget. That's rare. Their balance of professionalism, courtesy and initiative was ideal. Not pushy, not too soft either. Just right. The subcontracted pressure washing prep team was equally courteous and detail-oriented. If you're staining a cedar deck, preparation is everything, and nothing was missed by the cleaning/prep team. Alex and Max did a beautiful job both painting deck railings and applying stain evenly to our perfectly prepped deck. Our property was protected from stray paint splatter because the taping job was perfect. No mess was left for us to clean up. In short, an A+ job. Highly recommended!"
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+15

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
87 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Noren's Deluxe Pro Painting
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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 Lake Stevens, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"We are extremely pleased with the job provided for us by Noren’s Deluxe Pro Painting. They painted all walls, ceilings, millwork, and cabinet doors for a very reasonable price. They meticulously painted everything with excellent workmanship and made our condo look brand new. This is a family owned and operated company; they take great pride in their work!"
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Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Northwest Accurate Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Lake Stevens, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Northwest Accurate to stain the exterior of our home. From start to finish this was a great experience. I would highly recommend Miguel. He did such an awesome job and communicated very well throughout the project. I will definitely be using him in the future."
COLOR CHANGE TO THIS BEAUTIFUL RAMBLER!
COLOR CHANGE TO THIS BEAUTIFUL RAMBLER!
New Siding = Fresh  Paint!
New Siding = Fresh  Paint!
New Siding = Fresh  Paint!

+37

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Esclavo Y Amo Painting Llc
5.0(
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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 Lake Stevens, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mario was an absolute pleasure to work with. From the very beginning of the quoting process to finishing the deck staining, he was very professional, communicative, friendly, and did an amazing job. His pricing was more than reasonable and I look forward to working with his company again next year to repaint the exterior of my house."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+34

Response time1 day
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

Satin paint is generally considered a better choice for woodwork—including trim, baseboards, cabinets, and doors—than flatter finishes like eggshell or matte. Its soft sheen enhances architectural details and stands up well to frequent cleaning and daily wear. Compared to eggshell and matte finishes, satin is more durable for high-touch areas because it is less porous and doesn't absorb dirt as easily. Matte finishes, in particular, are prone to scuffs and are harder to clean, making them less practical for surfaces like doors and cabinets.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.

Rags used with oil-based stains are highly flammable and can spontaneously combust in the right conditions. To reduce the fire risk, throw them in a metal container after use and add rocks on top to secure them. Add an inch of water and seal the container. Take the rags in the container to a hazardous waste factory as soon as possible.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

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