Staining Brings Natural Colors To Life While Protecting for Years

When you think of staining, most people think of outdoor spaces, but many interior features such as cabinetry, banisters and trim could benefit from the process.

Paint Vs. Stain

Paint and stain are fundamentally the same, but their main difference lies in the fact that paint covers over a surface, while stain absorbs into a surface.

Let’s take a look at some pros for both sides.

Pros for Painting:

• • paint offers better coverage in fewer coats
  • paint has more color options
  • paint covers uniformly
  • paint needs minimal prep for already-painted surfaces

Pros for Staining:

• • stain is cheaper
  • stain is easier to apply and re-coat
  • stain is quicker to apply
  • stain usually requires only one coat
  • stain enhances a natural wood look
  • stain is more chip resistant

To Paint, or To Stain

So when should you choose the stain and when should you paint? It depends:

Consider the surface you’re trying to cover.

• • Concrete or raw wood surfaces are brought to life if stained. Their rustic nature can be a great statement piece using a clear coat or opt for a bolder statement by using tinted shades that are available on the market today.
  • Surfaces that are pitted or worn can actually look brand new with a couple of coats of the right kind of paint. Rustic pieces of furniture are always in style and a couple of varying colors of paint can provide whatever patina you’re looking for.

Consider your personal style.

• • Wood-stained built-ins and cabinetry offer a more traditional style aesthetic and are well suited to those that appreciate seeing the natural knots and knobs of the wood grain. It lends itself to a more carefree, than rigid decorating style.
  • Custom-painted cabinetry on the other hand can give a clean modern look to any interior. Suited for those that like a smooth, slick feel, with durable surfaces, painted surfaces offer great, economical décor options.

At the end of the day, deciding one over the other comes to personal taste. Our experts can’t choose that for you, but we can do just about everything else.

Why Choose A+ Construction for your Staining Services?

Just thinking of the word stain will make most DIYers shudder. The mess, the worry if you’ll use too much or too little stain. The worry your coverage will show imperfections or hesitation marks. We get it. The entire process sounds daunting.

So how do you get from your dream to reality? That’s where we step in.

At A+ Construction, we are your no-fuss-no-muss solution to any staining project you may have. Our hassle-free customer care will keep you informed along the way while keeping your budget expectations met. If you need some help with a staining project, no matter the size, contact A+ Construction for a free estimate.