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Avatar for Five Star Painting of Madison
Five Star Painting of Madison
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Five Star Painting was highly efficient and helpful throughout the process. Their explanations of the process, information on the procedure and paint/ stain choice, flexible scheduling, commitment to follow agreed-upon schedules, were welcome. They delivered a fantastic product, this with minimal interference with our own life routine, and at a highly competitive cost. I would recommand them to anyone interested in outdoor or indoor painting services."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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PETERS PAINTING CONTRACTORS
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased with the painting project Peters Painting Contractors completed in our older home (it was built in 1947). The crew are skilled craftsmen who were a pleasure to have in our home. They took the time to prep- repairing several areas of plaster ceilings and walls, sanding and cleaning baseboards and taping areas to protect non-painted surfaces. They used quality materials to paint two large rooms, the ceiling in a third room, and lots of trim. The result is beautiful! They completed the job promptly at a reasonable cost. We highly recommend Peters Painting Contractors."
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ultra Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+1 more

Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kenzie did an outstanding job of planning and coordinating all aspects of the project, including arranging services such as a visit from a designer who brought paint swatches. The painter, Luis Ruiz, was definitely an expert, who did a flawless job of painting and provided extra services such as taking down and re-hanging mini blinds. I would recommend Ultra Painting to anyone who wants a complete, hassle free painting job."
Ceiling Repaint
Master Bedroom
Living Room
Living Room
Kitchen

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Southeast Homeworks
Southeast Homeworks
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Louis was very friendly and inquisitive during his walkthrough and was very forthright in the estimate provided. On our appointed day, Colin was prompt, friendly, and very skilled in getting our paint jobs done. We are very satisfied with the results and would recommend Southeast Homeworks and use their services again."
Geometric Mural 1
Geometric Mural 2
Dining Area
Classic Kitchen
Kitchen & Dining

+42

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Painting questions, answered by experts

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

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.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood, as this helps prevent the surface from cracking. However, it is crucial to wait for the wood to dry out completely from the chemical treatment process before applying a finish. If the wood is still wet, the paint will not adhere properly. The drying time can range from weeks to six months. To test if the wood is ready, drip some water onto a board. If the water is absorbed, the wood is dry enough for painting or staining. If the water beads up on the surface, it needs more time to dry. You can build with the wood while it's still wet, but you must wait for it to dry before painting.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

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