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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 Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Ramon and his crew did a fantastic job staining my deck and whitewashing the interior of my gazebo. In addition he pointed out other areas of the exterior of my home that needed attention which he also took care of. I plan on having Ramon come back to do some interior painting this fall after he completes his exterior jobs."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
MVO Painters
5.0(
34
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ivan and his brother did an outstanding job painting our house shutters. They listened to what we wanted and the price was very reasonable, and they were very friendly, punctual, and professional. We highly recommend them. We will definitely use them again. They are the best!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+159

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Santiago Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Wauwatosa, 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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Handrail repair

+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
89 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pioneer Painting
5.0(
35
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick did a great job. He painted ghe basement with a moisture barrier and epoxyed the basement floor. It turned out great. He’s very professional and I would definitely recommend him."
Prime
Finished Deck
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Valencia Painting & More LLC
5.0(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Wauwatosa, 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!"
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SVS PAINTING LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

"Sef was very professional, I had my doubts when a 19 year old came to my door for my estimate. But he walked me through all the options for painting my house and built it around my budget. When he and his crew came out to do the work, they were all super professional and tidy. Didn’t leave a mess around my house and were all super accommodating when I had any questions. They made my house look almost brand new. He still reaches out to make sure everything still looks good. I would very much recommend!"
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NJN PROFESSIONAL PAINTING 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 Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Nick did an excellent job for an interior painting project we needed completed rather quickly. If you’re looking for an efficient, trustworthy professional, Nick is the smart choice. I’ll be sure to recommend him (and his services) to friends/family."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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S&S Painting and Restoration, LLC
3.9(
37
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob and his crew were great and easy to work with. In addition to painting, they added railing to my porch, replaced some rotting boards, and trimmed some trees. To my surprise they also threw in a power wash to my deck that was desperately needed. Iâ m thrilled with their work."
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Before Restoration

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

The number of coats you need to apply when whitewashing a surface depends on how opaque you want the final product to be. If you're going for a transparent, barely there look, a single coat or two may suffice. For fuller coverage, you'll want to use multiple coats. Another option is to use a less diluted paint to get a thicker coverage. 

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

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