At Image Painting we know when Summer rolls around, one of the best places to sit and relax is out on the Deck – but if your deck’s been beaten up by nasty weather or wear & tear. We can help you by staining and painting your deck with our proven deck staining/ painting process.
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Deck Staining & Painting Process in Falls Church, VA
- Remove all deck furniture and other furnishings
- Repair rotten or Damage Wood
- Cover the Plants and Siding
- Cleaning Your Deck
- Let Deck Dry
- Check the Weather
- Cover the Plants and Siding
- Sand the Deck
- Clean the Deck
- Apply 1 coat of stain/ sealer or Paint
- Apply 2 coat is Needed
- Put back furniture and other furnishings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deck Staining & Painting
1.What is Deck sealer
Deck sealer is typically a transparent coat that seeps deep into the wood and forms a clear film on the surface while maintaining the wood’s natural finish. By penetrating the wood, the sealer creates a protective layer that helps minimize water infiltration and lock out moisture.
2. What is Deck Paint
Deck paint can be either oil-based or acrylic — both are good products. Oil-based paint has the advantage of being slower-drying, which makes outdoor application easier and more mistake-free. Acrylic paints have less VOCs and clean up easier.
3. What is Solid Stain
A solid stain is, essentially, a paint. Both are films that sit on the surface of a substrate. A penetrating stain differs from a solid stain entirely in that the product actually absorbs into the wood. … A solid stain will better accentuate the texture of the wood, so a rough surface likely calls for stain over paint.
4. What is a Semi-Sold Stain
This unique semi–solid/semi-opaque finish masks the wood grain but allows texture to show through. While Semi–Solid Stains provide greater opacity, they still highlight the natural texture of wood and provide a deep-penetrating, flat finish.
5. What is a Semi-Transparent Stain
Semi–Transparent stains introduce delicate color to the wood’s surface. Semi–Transparent stains contain the lightest pigmentation designed to accentuate natural wood grain and character. Review our opacity scale to determine your perfect balance of color and protection.
6. What is Transparent Stain or Clear Stain
Transparent Stain: A clear finish will show the most amount of wood grain and impact the color of your wood the least, allowing it to weather naturally.
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Ryan Fleming2025-04-17Image Painting did my window trim this spring. I was very happy with the results!
Matt Edwards2025-03-24They did my house in Clifton, VA in March 2025. Unlike some painting companies that just want to paint but don't really care to do other important stuff like carpentry / repairing rotted wood), the guys at Image Painting were full-service and attentive to the whole scope of work. They did a walkthrough beforehand so it was clear what I needed done; kept in touch with me throughout the job, such as when weather-related schedule adjustments were needed; they let me know when their guys ran across issues or had questions, and basically did everything they said they were gonna do, on-time and for a fair price. They even did a closeout walkthrough to make sure I was satisfied with the work. These guys do stuff the right way.
Jean Nordhaus2025-03-24They always do quick, good work. Reliable and honest. I wouldn’t use any other painting company.
Whitney Calvert2025-03-12We had drywall repair and painting done by Image Painting and are very pleased with their work! An added bonus: we didn't need to prepare for their arrival by moving anything for them -- they did a great job moving and covering everything that needed moving and covering. Highly recommend them!
Ioana Tzatcheva2025-02-25I engaged Image Painting to close some ceiling gaps throughout the house and to repair some water damage from a roof leak in one room. That damage turned out to be more substantial than initially estimated, so it led to a change order and to removing half of the old plaster ceiling and replacing it with drywall. Their team worked very diligently and the end result is a seamless blending between the old and new structure. Every day they reported to work at 8 am, laid down protective coverings, and cleaned up at the end of their work day. The project manager was checking in often on the progress of the project. I would recommend their services.
Jeff Hart2025-02-20Did a great job repairing and painting after a roof leak. Detail orientated and careful to protect carpets, floors, furniture, etc.
Ryan Gardner2025-02-17Image did a fantastic job with our primary bedroom, hallway, and half bath. They answered all of our questions, communicated well, and just did a great pain job in general. They even fixed our bedroom door to help it close better. They also removed old painted-over wallpaper. I would use them again!
Ann MacPhail2025-02-16Great communication! Employees were professional and kept me informed. The painter did a great job and cleaned up afterwards. The job was completed a little earlier than expected.
Richard Granville2025-02-10Excellent painting of my bedroom. Walls and trim look great. The painter had excellent attention to detail.
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Why Hire Us For Your Next Painting Project?
- Affordable Written Quotes – Interior and Exterior
- Residential Painters – Houses, Condos, Townhouse, Apartments
- Commercial Painters – HOAs, Churches, Hotels, Retailers, Offices and Industrial Buildings
- Work Directly with Local Owners
- Three-year Guarantee with Written Warranty
- Color Matching and Color Consultation Expert Advice
- High Quality Paint Brands – Custom Formulations
- Professional Credentials – BBB A+ Rating, PDCA, Arlington Chamber Member
- Secondary Services – Carpentry, Drywall, Plaster, Wallpaper, Power Wash
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