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Exterior Solid Stains

Solid Color Stain vs. Traditional Paint

Solid color stain looks like paint, but soaks into wood instead of sitting on top of it. As it ages, stain breaks down by fading rather than peeling. Older layers of solid color stain tend to look better than paint does over time. Talk to our residential painting experts at Five Star Painting about your options and discover if solid color stain is the right option for you!

Solid stain provides a flat finish, which showcases wood grain. If there are a number of imperfections in the wood, the stain would highlight those as well. Though it doesn’t have quite the same longevity as paint, solid color stain is much easier to prepare and apply. Our contractors won’t be required to scrape and prime, as would be necessary with painting.

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Exterior Solid Stains
Solid Color Stain vs. Traditional Paint
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Where Can Solid Color Stain Be Used?

Solid color stain is available for wood, concrete and even brick surfaces. In addition to wood and concrete, solid stain can be used on aluminum siding, hardboard, and substrates—all of which would need to be primed before stain.

Five Star Painting is happy to provide exterior home staining services to these additional parts of your home. To maintain beauty and prevent damage, horizontal surfaces require more frequent maintenance than upright structures.

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Benefits of Solid Color Stain

One of the benefits of using a solid color stain is that you often have as many options as you would with a traditional paint color. A solid stain can be used on new or previously painted wood since a solid color will cover the previous color completely.

When choosing a solid color stain, keep the following in mind:

  • When testing out stain colors on a small section of wood, let the area completely dry before deciding whether or not it is the right choice. Stain color can change once a top coat is applied and the wood thoroughly dries.
  • Test the colors of stain like you would paint and check it out at different times of the day, including night—just turn the porch light on!
  • To figure out which color, identify the boldest feature of your home’s exterior that will not be changing. Pick a color that’s opposite of that dominating feature on a color wheel, and you will have a complementary color scheme.

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Remember, your exterior home painting expert is there to help. We’re licensed, trained, and professional. Trust us to help you achieve your ideal curb appeal! Ready for a new look? Schedule a free estimate online today!

Services vary by franchised location. Contact your local Five Star Painting for details.

All Five Star Painting franchises are locally owned and operated and may offer fewer or more services than those listed here. To learn more about the exterior stain services offered in your area, contact the Five Star Painting nearest you for details or a customized on-site assessment.

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    Would give more stars if possible! Five Star completed full exterior and interior painting of our home. Fair pricing, timely in every aspect... communication and arrival times, color expert to help choose your perfect colors, meticulous neatness, extremely respectful of home, amazing work, and everyone was a pleasure to work with. I have pictures but they just don't do the work justice. Highly recommend without reservation.

    Maria G.
    5/5
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    Used them for the first time, very happy! The person who gave us a quote was very thorough. They painted our deck in September and did a perfect job plus showed respect for our property. I like the way a project manager came the day before, we met with him and the painting team and then he came back after the job was done to inspect it and make sure we were fully satisfied before paying. In January they came and did interior painting and I was also great! There was a few areas in the bathroom we needed touched up and the project manager came the next day and took care of it for us. I’ve been very happy with the whole process and recommend them highly!

    Luanne K.
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    Five star painting did two colors on the entire exterior of my house. Not only Did they do an exemplary job of painting, but they were very careful with our sidewalks plants and borders. They showed up on Time every day, and worked diligently, efficiently, and quietly. My wife and I would recommend them for any of your painting needs.

    Paul R.
    5/5
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Services may vary by location. For more information, including the most accurate list of services and guidance, contact your locally owned and operated Five Star Painting for details and a customized on-site assessment.

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Helpful Resources

We’re dedicated to helping home and businessowners with their painting and refinishing projects. That’s why we’ve collected an array of helpful resources to answer questions and provide inspiration and tips. Keep reading and reach out to our team for more support!

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    Can You Paint Pressure-Treated Wood?

    Although you can paint pressure-treated wood, stain will usually adhere better than paint does. The primary reason is that the preservatives in pressure-treated wood make it harder for the paint to bond to the wooden surface. But don’t worry, it’s still possible to paint your deck or fence if you take the proper precautions.

    Keep in mind that wood that has been pressure-treated needs to be completely dry so it can absorb the paint or stain.

    For a long-lasting and great-looking finish, first evaluate the wood’s moisture content, then apply the correct stain or primer and paint.

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Exterior Stain FAQs

Years of experience, professional expertise, attention to detail, and a decades-long commitment to providing exceptional customer service are the things that set Five Star Painting apart from the competition. Each independently owned Five Star Painting location operates by the highest standards, which includes using only high-quality products to ensure the interior and exterior of your home look their best. Our commitment to your satisfaction also includes applying our industry knowledge and years of experience to answer your questions. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about exterior stains.

  • The lifespan of a residential exterior stain depends on factors like the type of stain used, the wood's condition, and your local climate. High-quality stains applied by professionals typically last 3 to 5 years, though shaded areas and well-maintained surfaces may last even longer. Regular upkeep can help extend the life of your stain and keep your home looking its best.
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