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La Crosse Painters
5.0(
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Serving Onalaska, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had our house in Winona painted this summer by La Crosse Painters. I have to say from beginning to end it was a pleasure working with La Crosse Painters and his crew! The owner responded to out initial call for a quote the same day. We have a two story house with a three story walk out that needed the exterior stained. John and Marshall came and were kind, courteous, and very professional. We have a German Shepherd so 1 was a little nervous on how she would be with them. Well she absolutely loved them and they loved her! With them being here every day it was so nice to have pet friendly guys doing the work. I highly recommend La Crosse Painting for any of your painting needs."
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Jerry's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Onalaska, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jerry's Painting team was outstanding and professional. Communication was great, choosing colors was easy. I changed my mind last minute on the stain for our porch. The company worked seamisly to make sure our home was exactly as we envisioned. Careful attention to detail was given. We would recommend this company 5 out of 5 stars."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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T&A Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Onalaska, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"We are very pleased with the overall experience with Tommy and his crew. They were prompt, polite, and showed attention to detail. We had our cedar sided cottage and outbuildings stained and sealed. There was some damage from woodpeckers that they repaired. It looks refreshed! We highly recommend them!"
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+56

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Craftsman Painting & Staining
5.0(
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Serving Onalaska, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Colton was very responsive. We received an estimate to paint the exterior of our house and trim within days of request. Project was started promptly and finished in timely manner. He offered suggestions for our particular situation. House looks great! We would definitely recommend and hire again."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Driftless Exteriors
4.5(
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Serving Onalaska, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"We hired Driftless Exteriors to power wash the exterior of an old building we purchased. The outside of the building was embarrassing with the disgusting build up. Driftless was prompt at being there at the time scheduled and notified me that he would come back to finish up the next day due to the algae needing extra setting time with the removal solution. I appreciated the fact that he wanted to do the best job to end up with the best result. I contacted him through facebook messenger and responses were always very quick. I would highly recommend Driftless for anyone's power washing needs!"
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+2

Response time3 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Lampman’s Painting & Pressure Washing LLC
5.0(
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Serving Onalaska, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brock has always done excellent work and an eye for detail. Also very knowledgeable for both painting and maintenance needs. Very pleasant and keeps you informed for progress of project. Top notch."
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Painting 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.

Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it’s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

If your cedar fence is new, don’t delay. Unlike treated pine, you don’t need to wait months for the wood to dry out for it to accept stain. With cedar, the sooner, the better. Seal cedar within two weeks of installation to prevent the sun from fading its red color.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

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