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Q: How do you keep pressure-treated wood from rotting?

• <div><p>Various kinds of substances and deck preservatives act as protective coatings for wood to prevent rot, which is caused by water getting into the wood and creating cracks and splits. Stains, paints, and sealants are the three best options to protect your wood, but there are also oils, varnishes, and waxes available. You&rsquo;ll need to reapply sealant at least once per year, and you should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-i-inspect-my-deck.htm">inspect your wood deck</a> regularly to look for signs of damage or general wear and tear.</p></div>

Q: How long should you wait to paint pressure-treated wood until it dries?

• <div><p>You should wait three to six months after you buy it to paint pressure-treated wood. It needs time to dry from the chemicals applied to it. The paint will not adhere to the treated wood as well if it&rsquo;s still wet from chemicals. To test the wooden boards, drip water onto them. If the wood absorbs the water, it&rsquo;s ready for painting. If the water beads up, it&rsquo;s not dry enough to paint yet. You can build your deck or fence while the treated wood is still wet, but you&rsquo;ll need to paint it later. </p></div>

Q: What is the best exterior paint for extreme weather?

• <div><p>Acrylic paint is one of the best types of paint to use on your home's exterior. It's a durable paint that is also heat- and cold-resistant. While oil-based paint is also durable, it's prone to fading, making it not as good of an option if you live someplace with extremely high heat. In colder regions, oil-based and alkyd paints become more viscous, which makes it harder to apply the paint.</p></div>

Q: What is the best outdoor paint for full sun exposure?

• <div><p>The best paint for full sun exposure is high-quality acrylic paint that contains many natural earth pigments, which are better suited for resisting sun damage. You'll also want to go for a neutral color like gray, beige, or white, as these colors absorb less heat compared to darker or more vivid colors.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand an old deck before staining?

• <div><p>In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. </p></div>

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Last update on November 07, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
He was there when he said he would be. We had our shed, deck and a door painted. All look excellent! Would hire again if we we need more work done.
Zimco Painting & Staining
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Reviewed in July 2025
Jacob (Double J Construction, LLC) is not only prompt, professional and efficient, but his work is exact, and beautiful. He has a uncommon knack for understanding what you need by asking the right questions, making recommendations, and then delivering on exactly what he promises on-time (...
Double J Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Mario did a great job cleaning the ducts in our house and our dryer vent. The before and after pictures showed how dirty our vents were and how wonderfully clean they were when he was done. We just moved into our home and it is reassuring to know that everything is cleaned out now. I highly...
Dairy State Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in October 2023
Koller Kleening did a excellent window cleaning. Professional and courteous
Koller Kleaning
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Reviewed in September 2023
Had my deck boards painted. Very timely and easy to work with him
Chris Tilton
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Reviewed in May 2023
Tyler was very professional and easy to work with. Replaced a horribly built wood deck with a beautiful composite deck. He added a nice design to our stairs so they have a clean finishes look. No visible board edges. Would definatley hire again and recommend.
Wariner & Winnfield Construction
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Reviewed in April 2022
Vern and the guys are just awesome! I have hired them several times now for tree removal and today they 'lowered' my deck and cleaned up some saplings. Took them less than an hour and cleaned everything up! Very satisfied with their work! Wish I had more for them to do!
Beaver Tree N Stump Removal
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Reviewed in October 2021
I would have had to sell my house to get enough money to have the deck built. The sales person became pissed when we said no.
Tundraland Home Improvements
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Reviewed in December 2018
Crew was very professional, knowledgeable and efficient. Did a nice job of avoiding the house, deck and other trees as they performed the work. Kept me informed every step of the way. I added the removal of 2 larger red pines and they were able to work within the original estimates. Very...
Eagle Tree Care LLC
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Reviewed in November 2007
Very nice and courteous, good communication, great job on cleaning stains.
Langenwalter - Marion & Hamilton
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