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Avatar for Rainbow Painting Inc
Rainbow Painting Inc
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 Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rainbow painting did an excellent job on our project! George was here every day and was very easy to work with. The crew was very professional and did high quality work. Nick and his wife came back for final touch ups to make sure everything was completed to our satisfaction. We are very pleased with how the condominiums and decks turned out."
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+3

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
MVO Painters
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 Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional, quick, and went above and beyond giving reccomendations and keeping the work site clean. Painted the exterior of my home including soffets, gutters, shutters, garage doors, and staining brick. We have had so many compliments! Would definitely reccomend and use again!"
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+159

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Envision Professional Painting and Staining, LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

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"I needed my entire house and deck restained - i have a large cedar ranch. Ramon was super responsive, quoted a fair price and was able to commit to my time frame, which was pretty tight. His work was better than i hoped for, and he went out of his way to make sure that i was happy with the end result, even though the house needed a little TLC on the way. He and Branden were a joy to have around the house, always cleaned up after themselves, were prompt, worked super hard and finished early. I recommend Ramon without hesitation"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Santiago Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
99
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Santiago Painting did a fantastic job staining our deck! We had some problems with color matching and they were patient and helpful. They always responded quickly to our communications and were very knowledgeable. I will always use them if I need work done and highly recommend them! If you are looking for high quality and efficiency, hire Santiago Painting!"
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+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
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Culver's Painting LLC
4.7(
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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 Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptional well, the crew, Pedro, Felipe and Christian arrived on time everyday and worked very well together. They left little to no mess and cleaned up anything that was missed, clean drop clothes used and plastic covering all the furniture. We had some stains on the ceiling which they took care of, repaired and caulked what needed to be caulked, and carefully covered some of the most awful colors left by previous owners. A job well down and I would recommend Culvers and this crew to anyone that asks. The owners Alex and Josh stayed in contact to ensure we had no problems and to deliver some items that were needed, a dedicated company."
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+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Culver's Painting, LLC
4.9(
119
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shared with Public - Home Advisor Culver's Painting recommendation Josh and Alex at Culver's Painting were great and easy to work with. We had a husband and wife team, Javi and Griselda, stain our cedar siding and shutters, and they did an excellent job! Absolutely no complaints at all. They were detail oriented and we would highly recommend Culver's if you have any painting project. We love our new look!"
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+5

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Valencia Painting & More LLC
5.0(
14
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was looking for an affordable highly rated painter that I could trust to help me paint the inside of my first home. After looking at reviews I knew there was no where else to go except Valencia Painting. Sergio was highly attentive, great with communication and did an amazing job and a great price! Would recommend to everybody I know! Thanks again!"
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+27

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Cloudland Reflections LLC
4.6(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Elm Grove, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Family owned business with over 5 years of experience handling all your Cabinet Refacing/Restoration, Carpentry - Unfinished, Carpentry - Woodworking, Framing, for residential and commercial.

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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

Provided conditions are ideal, staining an entire deck should take as little as a couple of hours and up to a couple of days to apply and cure. Additional procedures, like sealing a deck or using additional treatments, may extend the project by a few additional days.

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