Hello!
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Kelly R
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My house is a month old and has a covered CEDAR front porch. I want the spindles and railings to be white to match the rest of the trim and want the porch floor and stairs to be a darker gray. I'm wondering if it would be better to paint the porch or use a solid-color stain? I want the option with the lowest long-term maintenance!I live in Maine, in case the weather/climate is a factor in determining the recommendation!
Front porch in need of paint
6 answers
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I think paint is a good option for you and your color choices will definitely blend in with the existing. Did you just recently add the porch?
Yamini LEED AP at Urbanmotifs
on Aug 15, 2011
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The porch and the house are 1 month old! Thanks for the advice!
Kelly R
on Aug 15, 2011
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I use a solid color stain on my decks. Kinda like paint! You say its a month old? I'd wait awhile to makes sure the PT wood is dried out. Might want to talk to a paint store guy for advice
Harold M
on Aug 15, 2011
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I am in Maine as well. For the deck, I recommend a urethene deck and floor paint. I normally use the Ben-Moore deck paint. For the rails you have a myriad of goodchoices, one easy would be a BM Solid colour stain. IN a paint, I would recomend the SW Duration
Nichter's Home Services Corp
on Aug 15, 2011
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Thanks, Nichter! Does the urethene Ben-Moore deck and floor paint come in solid colors?
Kelly R
on Aug 15, 2011
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definitely paint and match the existing trim. Love the color of the door. and i would use the BM deck paint on the spindles as well becasue that stuff is tough as nails so less upkeep. Add a few boxwoods to the front for a little curb appeal and you have a great little porch. Well Done!
Reposhture Studio - Kim
on Oct 07, 2013
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