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Avatar for Five Star Painting of Federal Way and Tacoma
Five Star Painting of Federal Way and Tacoma
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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 Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Warranties offered

"Pressure washing went fine (missed a section). Painting ok but did not prep like promised. Re-caulking was not done. Screw holes left by previous gutters etc. were not filled but just painted over. Contract said 2 coats of paint but only got one (no back roll but was not in contract). No crew but only 1 man (he was fast - painted house and trim in 2 days). House was decent but trim was a bit sloppy (not clean lines, trim paint drops on deck steps etc.). All in all, B- to B."
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+68

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for O'Shea's Painting
O'Shea's Painting
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Jerry was quick to respond and negotiate the bid as I had additional requests to add to the bid. I had several other bids that needed further negotiations that were not adequately addressed. Jerry was responsive to my concerns and made an effort to address any issues. I wanted the gutter painted as I noticed the unpainted gutters attract dirt and stain over time and Jerry had no problem adding that to the bid. Most of the work was completed by his worker. However, Jerry completed the touch up work himself. He did provide a high quality paint and 2 coats. Jerry was really good about checking the quality of the prep work and the paint job. I really like the finished look of my house. I think I got a great price and good work."
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+32

Recommended by98%of homeowners
The NW Paint Guy LLC
4.8(
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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 Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Offers commercial services

"Daniel and his crew did an over and above excellent paint job on the exterior of our home. They were thorough, took exceptional care of the surroundings , landscaping , our vegetable garden etc. They also cleaned up our deck furniture and railing and much more when they were done. They were outstanding! I would highly recommend!"
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL 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 Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Erick and his team provided top notch service. Their quote process was fast, efficient and timely. He advised us on various topics super well. They executed the project on time, they followed up on any additional work on time and even helped us look into some issues that were not paint related. The output was great quality and we are happy!"
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+95

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ColorCat Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"ColorCat did an outstanding job painting the interior of my home. The team was professional, detail-oriented, and took great care of every room. The lines are clean, the finish looks amazing, and the whole place feels brand new. Highly recommend ColorCat for anyone looking for quality, reliability, and beautiful results."
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+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Painting Plus, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wow!! Is all I can say about Painters Plus LLC, Christian and Niko did a fantastic job. They were very friendly and professional the entire time. If you live in the Tumwater, Lacey, Olympia and the 98501,98503 zip codes I would definitely recommend you reach out to Painters Plus. You will be very glad you hired them! Thanks the Devlin family!!"
Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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PacificPro Painting Services, Inc.
4.8(
125
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"Vadim and his crew love their job and they are great at it. They painted our whole house and deck in 3 days including all prep. They filled all the cracks in the wood and the finished job looks fantastic. It sets our house apart from all others on the street. Competitive price but a bargain for the high quality job they did."
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Edgewood home Interior

+15

Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Max House Painting, 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 Seatac, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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"Elvin and his team did a fantastic job for us. They painted our exterior and stained our deck and it looks beautiful. They were professional, detail oriented, on-time and communicated well with us through the whole process from quote to completion. I highly recommend Max House Painting."
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Exteior Sammamish
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Exterior Issaquah

+9

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they’re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

Staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan and protect it from the elements. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it is not impervious to damage from moisture, sun exposure, splintering, fading, and rot over time. Applying a protective finish creates a shield that preserves the wood's strength and appearance, potentially extending its life by five to 10 years.

When choosing a finish, it's helpful to understand the difference between a sealer and a stain. A sealer sits on top of the wood, whereas a combination stain and sealer soaks into the top layer. Because it penetrates the wood, a stain generally offers better protection against UV damage and rot and lasts significantly longer. For the best results that also preserve the wood's natural color, consider using a near-translucent stain.

To maintain protection, plan on reapplying the stain or sealer every two to three years, either as a DIY project or by hiring a professional.

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. 

When applying multiple coats, wait four to six hours for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.

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