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Deck, fence, siding, and log home staining for Twin Cities homeowners
Stains are meant to soak into the wood—not just sit on the surface. But if the wood is dirty, painted over, or sealed, the stain won’t bond well. That’s why every Paris staining project includes:
Soft Wash/Revive Wash: Removes greyed-out fibers and organic buildup.
Surface Evaluation: We check for previous coatings, peeling, or flaking to determine if sanding or stripping is required.
Custom Stain Selection: We help you choose the right type of stain for your goals and surface condition.
We offer all four major stain types—each with its own look and longevity:
Transparent Stain: Natural look, wood grain shows through. Requires full removal of old coatings. Maintenance every 1–2 years.
Semi-Transparent: Light color, allows grain to show. Best with oil-based for deeper penetration. Maintenance every 1–3 years.
Semi-Solid: Uniform color even on varied wood. Hides imperfections. Needs sanding if flaking exists. Maintenance every 2–3 years.
Solid Stain: Paint-like coverage while maintaining wood texture. Ideal for mismatched or weathered surfaces. Maintenance every 3–5 years.
Jason Paris, a proud Minnesota native, painted his way through college at University of Minnesota (Go Gophers!) before founding Paris Painting in 2012 with one clear mission—to bring professionalism to an industry once seen as the Wild West.
Since then, our team has grown around that vision—delivering consistently exceptional customer experiences. With 1,000+ five-star reviews, we’ve also earned BBB accreditation, EPA Lead-Safe certification, and membership in the Painting Contractors Association (PCA).
Our commitment to quality and service has been recognized with back-to-back (and more) neighborhood-trusted awards: we were named a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite (2021-2024) and, most recently, honored as a 2025 Minnesota’s Best Gold winner and a 2025 BBB Torch Award for Ethics recipient.
