Lancaster PA Real Estate - Paint: The Cheap Fix for 'Ugly' - Before & After Pics
We have always told friends, family & clients that painting is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to improve the appearance of a home. After years of renovating our own homes, you would think we would stop being amazed by the transformations. But this is just too good ... we have to share.
We bought a place at Lake Merwin Campers Hideaway in May 2006. We were told that it sat for 8-10 years with little or no maintenance. If there had ever been stain on the deck or siding, it had long since broken down. The wood deck has gray and had cracks from years of being exposed to the elements. Unsure whether we wanted to paint or stain, we talked with our friends at Home Depot, Jantzen Beach. They recommended a relatively new products called Behr Premium Solid Color Wood Stain.
Though a little more expensive than regular paints and stains, Behr Premium Solid Color Wood Stain has a lot of features that make it well worth the extra cost. The stain is self priming, offers UV protection against fading, is mildew resistant and is a urethane-fortified 100% acrylic formula that resists scuffing, and cleans up with water. We love that it hid the imperfections, while still allowing the wood texture to show through. Its durable finish resists cracking, peeling and blistering and is available in more than 1,600 custom colors and is formulated for computer matching. It can be applied to wood and composite decks, fences, siding and furniture. Unlike some stains and sealers that may only last 1-2 seasons, this product offers a 10 year satisfaction guarantee on decks and a 25 year satisfaction guarantee on fences and siding. How cool!
We decided to give it a shot figuring if it even lasted 1 extra season, it would be well worth the price. The siding and deck now look almost new. The cracks are gone, but the natural wood texture still shows through. We were even able to bring the old picnic table back to life! For less than $500 in materials and a couple weekends of work, we were able to completely transform our sad little shack into a welcoming weekend retreat.
We were so happy with our results that we told Scott's mom about the solid color wood stain. She and her husband had spent 2 years trying to get a good finish on the deck at their home. Everything they tried took unevenly, broke down too quickly, or just didn't look good. With 1 coat of Behr Premium Solid Color Wood Stain and a little bit of touch-up, their deck looks great and they look forward to a durable finish that will last for years.
If you have a deck, fence or siding that you are planning to stain, we encourage you to take a look at Behr Premium Solid Color Wood Stain. And don't forget ... you can save 10% on your purchase by ordering a Home Depot coupon on our website.
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