Professional Deck Staining and Painting Service

Maintaining your deck involves more than just applying a coat of stain or paint. It requires a detailed understanding of wood types, environmental factors, and proper techniques to achieve a durable, polished finish. Trust a professional for:

Deck Preparation

Professionals know how to prepare a deck for staining or painting properly. This includes cleaning, sanding, and imperfections, which are crucial to ensuring the stain or paint is applied properly for maximum durability and protection.

Proper Material Selection

Every deck is unique, and the materials used for painting or staining match the wood type, climate, and intended use. Professionals have the expertise to select the right products for your deck for optimal results tailored to your specific needs.

Boost in Curb Appeal

Having your deck maintained by a professional enhances your home’s aesthetic appeal and increases its resale value; they know how to highlight your deck’s natural beauty while protecting it and creating a polished look that complements your home.

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Why Choose Mr. Handyman for Deck Staining & Finishing?

If you think it may be time to stain, paint, or finish your deck, we encourage you to contact our team as soon as possible. Don’t take a gamble by hiring just any run-of-the-mill handyman. By hiring Mr. Handyman, you can feel confident knowing our service professionals have an average of 10 years of experience. This means we consistently deliver quality work—so much so that we guarantee our workmanship! Every project is backed by the Neighborly Done Right Promise^™, ensuring that our work meets your expectations.

We’re not just one handyman–we’re a team. We have nearly 200 locations across the United States and Canada, and we pride ourselves in honoring strong ethics and service standards. We’ve served nearly one million customers across the country, and you can see what some of them said about working with us.

Our Deck Staining, Painting, & Finishing Services

Mr. Handyman specializes in transforming and protecting your deck with expert staining, painting, and finishing services. We begin with a comprehensive assessment of your deck’s condition and ensure any surface imperfection or structural concern is addressed before we begin.

For staining, we use high-quality, professional products tailored to the type of wood and level of element exposure your deck gets. We’ll then clean, sand, and strip any old finishes to ensure the stain has a uniform appearance.

During staining, we’ll pay careful attention to the edges, railings, and hard-to-reach areas so your deck has a vibrant and flawless finish. Before finishing the project, we’ll seal the wood with our premium sealant to protect it against water damage and mildew.

Deck Staining Tips and Advice

Staining your deck is more than just an aesthetic upgrade; it’s essential to protect the wood from UV rays, wear, and harsh weather. While it might seem straightforward, getting professional results requires attention to detail and experience. Here are some expert deck staining tips and advice:

• Strip old stains and sealants: Old stains or sealant buildup can prevent your staining from adhering properly to the deck. Professionals use a high-quality wood stripper to remove the previous coats without damaging the deck. After it’s stripped, they use a wood brightener to neutralize it and restore the wood’s natural tone.
• Sand with care: Sanding smooths out rough spots and ensures the wood properly absorbs the stain. For most decks, 60- to 80-grit sandpaper is used, as the finer grits seal the wood pores and reduce absorption.
• Use a brush application for detail: While a sprayer or roller can cover larger areas quickly, use a brush for detail work around the edges, corners, and railings. Brushing helps push the stain deeper into the wood grain and provides even coverage in a hard-to-reach spot.

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Deck Staining Services FAQs

Mr. Handyman has been helping homeowners repair, maintain, and enhance their spaces for over 25 years! We are the one-stop solution for everything on your to-do list. This includes answering your questions about home repairs, maintenance, and improvements. Here are answers to some of your most frequently asked questions about our deck staining service.

How often should a deck be stained or painted?

In general, you should schedule a deck staining service every two to three years to maintain the appearance and protect it.

However, painted decks last a little bit longer. You can schedule deck painting services every ten years, but the frequency will vary depending on factors like weather conditions and the type of stain or paint used.

If you notice signs like fading color, quick water absorption, and the presence of mold or mildew, you’ll need deck paint or stain sooner.

What’s the difference between staining and painting a deck?

When choosing between deck paint and stain, you should consider these factors and ideas:

• Appearance: Paint creates a solid film that will cover the wood’s grain and texture, but the stain highlights the wood’s grain.
• Protection: Paint is more durable and creates a thicker barrier for the wood. However, stain seeps into the wood’s fiber, which provides a protective barrier while still maintaining the wood’s appearance.
• Cost: Painting a deck is much cheaper than staining a deck.
• Wood type: Stain is better for pressure-treated woods.
• Deck condition: If your deck is in good condition, you should choose deck staining.
• Maintenance: Stained decks require less maintenance than painted decks.
• Application: Paint is more challenging to apply because of its thickness, but stain only requires one coat. Paint requires at least two coats.

How long does the deck staining and finishing process take?

Typical deck staining services can be done in one to two days, depending on the weather and the size of the deck. Most of that time will be allowing the deck to dry between coats, but the stain can be applied in one day; however, you’ll need to wait at least a day before you can use the deck again.

Can professionals work with all types of wood decks?

Yes, a professional can work with all types of wood decks, including those made from pressure-treated wood, cedar, redwood, IPE, and other hardwood species. However, to ensure proper construction and care, you should understand the specific maintenance needs and characteristics of each type of wood.

Keep in mind that different types of wood have different durability. Cedar and redwood are more resistant to insects and rot, but pine needs pressure treatment before it can be used outdoors.

Can you stain or paint my deck if it’s already been treated?

Yes, you can stain or paint a deck if it’s already been treated. But there are a few things to consider. It will only work as long as the wood is dry enough to absorb the stain or paint before you apply a coat. You can test if it’s dry enough by doing a water droplet test. Put a drop of water on the deck, and if it beads up, the deck will be too wet to paint. If the deck quickly absorbs it, you’re good to start painting.