WALDO, KC MO DECK & FENCE SPECIALISTS
Deck and Fence Staining in Waldo, Kansas City MO
5.0 Rating·170+ Google Reviews·Waldo & KC Metro
Deck and fence staining in Waldo, Kansas City MO is about protecting wood that takes a beating. Behind the neighborhood's bungalows and two-stories, decks and fences sit out in the sun, humidity, and freeze-thaw all year, and an unprotected board grays and splits quickly. Stone Painting cleans and preps the wood, then matches stain or paint to its condition and exposure, backed by a same-day written quote.
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5-Year Written Warranty (Workmanship Backed)
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170+ Five-Star Reviews
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QUESTIONS WALDO HOMEOWNERS ASK FIRST
Deck and Fence Questions Waldo Homeowners Ask First
Before the first board gets washed, these are the things Waldo homeowners want answered. Here they are, straight.
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STAIN VS PAINT
Stain or Paint for My Waldo Deck or Fence?
It comes down to the wood, its age, and its exposure. Stain soaks in, keeps the grain visible, and refreshes easily, which suits most decks and newer fences. Paint lays a thicker film and can fit older or already-painted wood. Stone looks at your wood in person and recommends whichever will actually last, rather than defaulting to one or the other.
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ASSESSMENT
Can a Weathered Waldo Deck Be Saved?
Usually, but not always. Soft, split, or rotted boards and loose fasteners get addressed before any coating, because stain over failing wood fails right along with it. Stone checks the boards, railings, and posts, flags whatever needs repair or replacement, and writes it into the scope so there are no surprises later.
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PREPARATION
How Do You Prep the Wood First?
Prep is most of the work. The crew cleans off dirt, mildew, and failed finish, lets the wood dry to the right moisture level, sands where needed, and handles repairs before coating. Staining a dirty or damp deck is the top reason a finish blotches or peels within a season, so Stone does not shortcut it.
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TIMELINE
How Long Does a Deck or Fence Project Take?
Most decks take 1 to 3 days and fences a few days, set by size, wood condition, and the drying time between cleaning and coating. Because the wood has to be dry before stain goes on, Stone plans around dry weather. Lorenzo sends an end-of-day text so you always know where the project stands.
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DURABILITY
How Often Will I Need to Recoat?
It depends on sun, traffic, and product, but a deck generally needs refreshing sooner than a fence because it takes direct wear. Recoat when color fades or water stops beading, before the wood grays. Catch it early and the next coat is a simple refresh instead of a full strip.
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HIRING
Who Does the Work?
Leo Stone owns the company and walks the estimate. Lorenzo Lopez, the full-time project manager, is on your job from cleaning through the final walkthrough. The crews are vetted subcontractors trained to Stone's prep and communication standards, so you always know who is on your property.
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TRANSPARENCY
What Is in the Written Estimate?
The surfaces being coated, the cleaning and prep, any repairs, the product and whether it is stain or paint, and one fixed total, written the same day Leo and the team walk the property. That scope is the agreement, and nothing is added once work starts.
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WHY STONE PAINTING
Choosing a Deck and Fence Pro You Can Trust in Waldo
5-Year Written WarrantySame-Day Written Quote250+ Homes Painted
7 Protection Standards
7 Protection Standards
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STANDARD 01
Wood Assessment and Prep
STANDARD 01 OF 07
Wood Assessment and Prep
Every Stone deck and fence project starts with assessment and prep: cleaning off dirt, mildew, and failed finish, drying the wood, sanding where needed, and handling repairs. Coating unprepped wood is the top reason a finish fails early, so Stone treats prep as the work.
Included in every Waldo quote
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STANDARD 02
Stain or Paint, Matched to the Wood
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STANDARD 03
Licensed and Insured
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STANDARD 04
Dedicated Project Manager
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STANDARD 05
Property Protection
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STANDARD 06
Same-Day Written Quote
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STANDARD 07
Final Walkthrough Before Full Payment
STANDARD 01 OF 07
THE STONE DIFFERENCE
PROTECTION STANDARD 01
Wood Assessment and Prep
Every Stone deck and fence project starts with assessment and prep: cleaning off dirt, mildew, and failed finish, drying the wood, sanding where needed, and handling repairs. Coating unprepped wood is the top reason a finish fails early, so Stone treats prep as the work.
Included in Fixed Written Scope
Standard on Every Waldo Job
Included in every Waldo quote
OUR SERVICES
The Wood Surfaces Stone Covers Across Waldo
From backyard decks to property-line fences and porch wood, Stone cleans, preps, and coats the exterior wood that takes the hardest weather on your Waldo property.
SERVICE
Deck Staining and Sealing
Decks take direct sun and foot traffic, so they need a finish that soaks in and sheds water. Stone cleans and dries the boards, handles repairs, and applies a stain or sealer matched to the wood, so the deck holds color instead of graying out.
Included in free Waldo quote
SERVICE
Deck Painting
For older or previously painted decks, a quality deck paint can give a uniform, durable finish. Stone preps the surface properly and uses a product built for horizontal wear, so the coating holds up underfoot rather than peeling.
Included in free Waldo quote
SERVICE
Fence Staining and Painting
A stained or painted fence lasts longer and frames the yard. Stone cleans the wood, addresses problem boards, and applies stain or paint based on the fence's age and exposure, covering both sides and the posts for an even result.
SERVICE
Cleaning, Sanding, and Repair
The finish is only as good as the wood under it. Stone washes off dirt and mildew, sands rough or failing areas, and repairs or flags damaged boards, railings, and posts before coating, so the stain or paint bonds to sound wood.
SERVICE
Porches, Railings, and Exterior Wood
Screened porches, railings, and other exterior wood features common on Waldo's older homes take the same weather as a deck. Stone preps and coats them to match, so every wood surface is protected, not just the deck.
OUR PROCESS
A Stress-Free Deck and Fence Process, Start to Finish
Stone's process is built around your time and your peace of mind, not the crew's convenience.
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PHASE 01Free On-Site Consultation
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PHASE 02Product and Scheduling
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PHASE 03Clean, Dry, and Repair
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PHASE 04Staining or Painting
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PHASE 05Final Walkthrough
PHASE 01
01Free On-Site Consultation
Leo and the team visit your Waldo property, inspect the deck and fence, and leave a same-day fixed written quote. The wood's condition, the recommended finish, and the total price are on paper before you decide.
Zero-Pressure Fit Check
PHASE 02
02Product and Scheduling
Confirm stain or paint, color, and timing, and pay 25% to hold your slot. Because the wood must be dry before coating, the plan is built around the weather.
Same-Day Fixed Written Quote
PHASE 03
03Clean, Dry, and Repair
The crew cleans the wood, lets it dry to the right level, sands where needed, and handles repairs. No coating goes on until the surface is sound, clean, and ready.
Firm Calendar Slot & Proactive Notice
PHASE 04
04Staining or Painting
Your dedicated crew applies the finish to the written scope, covering boards, railings, and posts evenly, while Lorenzo sends end-of-day texts.
Day-One Scope Walk & Daily Updates
PHASE 05
05Final Walkthrough
Walk the finished deck or fence with the team, flag anything, and the crew handles it before you pay the last 75%.
Zero Balance Collected Until 100% Satisfied
THE STONE STANDARD
Complete Process Transparency
- Fixed quote delivered same day — zero hidden extras
- Dedicated crew remains until your project is done
- Daily progress text updates at end of each workday
- Zero final balance collected until walkthrough sign-off
The Stone Guarantee
Every step is documented in your fixed written scope before work begins.
HOMEOWNER TIPS
What Waldo Homeowners Should Know About Deck and Fence Care
A few things are worth knowing before you hire anyone to stain or paint your Waldo deck or fence.
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CLEAN FIRST
The Finish Is Only as Good as the Cleaning
CLIMATE CHALLENGEDeep Grain Wood Cleansing
Stain or paint over dirt, mildew, or old failing finish will not bond, and it shows up as peeling and blotching within a season. Cleaning and drying the wood properly is the single most important step.
Pro Tip:Thorough prep and premium coatings prevent premature coating breakdown.
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STAIN VS PAINT
Dry Wood Before Coating, Always
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MOISTURE
Match the Finish to the Wood
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SUN EXPOSURE
Fix Soft Boards Before Coating
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RECOAT TIMING
Recoat Before the Wood Grays
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WRITTEN SCOPE
A Written Scope Protects Both Sides
ESSENTIAL WALDO DECK & FENCE GUIDELINES6 HABITS
Deep Grain Wood Cleansing
HABIT 01 OF 06
CLEAN FIRST
The Finish Is Only as Good as the Cleaning
Stain or paint over dirt, mildew, or old failing finish will not bond, and it shows up as peeling and blotching within a season. Cleaning and drying the wood properly is the single most important step.
Stone Painting Midwest Standard
Thorough prep and premium coatings prevent premature coating breakdown.
Stone Painting Weather Protection Protocol
Every Stone Painting exterior project includes comprehensive substrate preparation, weather-smart scheduling, and high-performance Midwest coatings suited to humidity, direct sun, and freeze-thaw cycles.
OUR WORK
Recent Deck and Fence Work Around Waldo
Stone has cleaned, prepped, and coated decks, fences, and porches across the Kansas City metro, and brings the same approach to Waldo. Browse completed work to see the prep and the finished wood.
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Casas Residence Exterior & Trim Coating
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Modern Living Room & Fireplace Wall Repaint
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Klein Exterior Stucco & Fascia Coating
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Flappan Exterior Siding Renewal
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Contemporary Living Room Wall & Ceiling Finishing
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Formal Dining Room Navy Accent Wall & Millwork
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Fence & Staining
Cedar Wood Privacy Fence Stain
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Open-Concept Kitchen & Dining Painting
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Mitchell Exterior Painting Makeover
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Multi-Family Apartment Siding & Exterior Coating
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Master Bedroom Suite Accent Wall Repaint
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Casas Residence Exterior & Trim Coating
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Interior Painting
Modern Living Room & Fireplace Wall Repaint
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Weather-Tested House Exterior Repaint
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Klein Exterior Stucco & Fascia Coating
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Flappan Exterior Siding Renewal
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Contemporary Living Room Wall & Ceiling Finishing
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Formal Dining Room Navy Accent Wall & Millwork
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Fence & Staining
Cedar Wood Privacy Fence Stain
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Open-Concept Kitchen & Dining Painting
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Exterior Painting
Mitchell Exterior Painting Makeover
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Multi-Family Apartment Siding & Exterior Coating
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Master Bedroom Suite Accent Wall Repaint
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Lowrey Residence Exterior Refresh
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Two-Story Foyer & Staircase Wall Painting
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Gilmore Exterior Siding & Garage Makeover
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Deck & Staining
Mahogany Backyard Deck Wood Staining
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Whole-Home Great Room & Dining Open Layout Repaint
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Piccione Exterior Siding Repaint
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Crisp White Millwork, Baseboards & Casing Spray Finish
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Hale Two-Story Exterior & Accent Trim Repaint
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Interior Painting
Home Office Navy Blue Wall Finish
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Fence Painting
Perimeter Wood Gate & Fence Repaint
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Designer Living Suite Rich Velvet Blue Accent Painting
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Smith Residence Exterior Repaint
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Lowrey Residence Exterior Refresh
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Interior Painting
Two-Story Foyer & Staircase Wall Painting
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Exterior Painting
Gilmore Exterior Siding & Garage Makeover
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Deck & Staining
Mahogany Backyard Deck Wood Staining
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Interior Painting
Whole-Home Great Room & Dining Open Layout Repaint
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Exterior Painting
Piccione Exterior Siding Repaint
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Interior Painting
Crisp White Millwork, Baseboards & Casing Spray Finish
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Exterior Painting
Hale Two-Story Exterior & Accent Trim Repaint
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Interior Painting
Home Office Navy Blue Wall Finish
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Fence Painting
Perimeter Wood Gate & Fence Repaint
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Interior Painting
Designer Living Suite Rich Velvet Blue Accent Painting
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Exterior Painting
Smith Residence Exterior Repaint
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VanDyke Exterior Home Makeover
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Clean Line Wall & Baseboard Finishing
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Kasper Exterior Siding & Gable Trim Painting
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Fence Staining
Horizontal Slat Wood Fence Stain
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Seamless Drywall Patch & Surface Preparation
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Exterior Painting
Whalen Exterior Siding & Porch Renewal
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Deck & Staining
Outdoor Living Deck Stain & Seal
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Open-Concept Kitchen & Dining Painting
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Exterior Painting
Classic Cape Cod Siding & Shutter Exterior Repaint
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Wood Rot Repair
Wood Rot Repair & Siding Restoration
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Wall Residence Luxury Exterior Stucco & Trim
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Wrehe Split-Level Exterior Siding & Trim Update
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VanDyke Exterior Home Makeover
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Clean Line Wall & Baseboard Finishing
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Exterior Painting
Kasper Exterior Siding & Gable Trim Painting
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Fence Staining
Horizontal Slat Wood Fence Stain
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Interior Painting
Seamless Drywall Patch & Surface Preparation
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Exterior Painting
Whalen Exterior Siding & Porch Renewal
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Deck & Staining
Outdoor Living Deck Stain & Seal
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Interior Painting
Open-Concept Kitchen & Dining Painting
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Exterior Painting
Classic Cape Cod Siding & Shutter Exterior Repaint
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Wood Rot Repair
Wood Rot Repair & Siding Restoration
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Exterior Painting
Wall Residence Luxury Exterior Stucco & Trim
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Exterior Painting
Wrehe Split-Level Exterior Siding & Trim Update
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THE STONE DIFFERENCE
Meet Leo Stone, and Why Ease Matters More Than Paint
Founder & Estimator
THE STONE STANDARD
“Built Stone Painting around one idea: the homeowner should never have to babysit the job.”
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Leo Stone
Founder & Owner5+ years in the trades, lifelong Kansas City local.
On Every Local Estimate
Leo started painting in college for extra money and set out to run a painting company after leaving a CollegeWorks internship that was not the right fit. Years as a college baseball captain taught him to lead a team under pressure. He learned the trade from the ground up alongside mentors who showed him what real surface preparation looks like. The business grew because Leo kept hearing the same complaint about other contractors: hard to reach, surprises on the invoice, rushed prep.
Leo oversees every Waldo estimate. His team inspects the wood, writes a fixed quote the same day, and names every prep step and product. Once work starts, you are not handed off to a stranger or left guessing about your own property.
Lorenzo Lopez is Stone's full-time project manager, running every active job. The crews are vetted and trained to Stone's standards. The result is a 5.0 Google rating across 170 reviews and more than 250 homes painted across the metro.
5.0
Google Rating170+Verified Reviews
250+KC Homes Painted
CLIENT REVIEWS
Why Waldo Homeowners Rate Stone 5.0 Stars
Stone's reviews keep returning to the same three things: careful preparation, clear communication, and a team that handles the details. Here is what KC-area homeowners have said.
5.0 Verified Review
“I had the best experience with Stone Painting, Leo was wonderful to work with and his crew was so friendly and professional. They painted many rooms in my home including my master, master bath and full basement & bath. They covered everything and protect all of my floors. The whole crew worked very clean and put everything back together perfectly. I'd highly recommend using Stone Painting for all of your future painting needs, interior or exterior.”
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Holly Bierwirth
Interior Painting
5.0 Verified Review
“Leo, Lorenzo, and the Stone painting team turned my colorful home dreams into reality. Seriously! As a first time homebuyer I was nervous to make the investment on new interior paint, but I can confidently say it made a huge difference in how excited I am for my new house. What was once bland is now bright; and it finally feels like home. I would absolutely recommend you use Stone Painting for any and all interior painting needs. Ceilings, trim, baseboards, walls, crown molding, you name it; the crew did masterful work and left without a trace. Plus, they were able to fit me in on a tight timeframe! Contact them now or risk having ugly walls. It's your choice!”
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Cameron Birdsall
Homeowner Review
5.0 Verified Review
“Stone Painting impressed me in every way possible with the painting of the exterior of my home and the staining of my two-story deck. Great job with communications, timelines, prepping of the house, the details to every bit of the paint surfaces, repairs to any needed areas, and professionalism at all times. My house turned out stunning thanks to the Project Manager (onsite everyday) Lorenzo and his team. I also had my master bedroom walls repaired that had terrible joint and nail pop damage and I can't even tell it was ever there. The popcorn ceiling was removed to a flat surface and it is perfect. So glad I chose Stone Painting! The owner Leo, even came out to check on the progress. He stands behind his team and his company, very impressive these days! Thanks Leo, for making me fall in love with my house again!”
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Kim Van Dyke
Exterior Painting
Proudly Carrying a Perfect 5.0 Score Across 170+ Google Reviews
PRICING
Deck and Fence Staining Costs for Waldo Homes
STANDARD INCLUSIONS
Transparent ScopeStandard Inclusions on Every Project
Every deck project is priced individually. Here is what is included on every Stone project: full prep (wash, strip or sand, repairs, fastener set), all materials and the stain or paint, a dedicated project manager, daily end-of-day updates, and a final walkthrough before the remaining 75% payment. Most decks land between $1,000 and $3,000, with lighter jobs starting around $600 and full-scope jobs reaching $4,500. Our standard product is Sherwin-Williams Super Deck Stain, and we are happy to use the stain you prefer. Deck staining is not covered by our written warranty, because wood outdoors weathers in ways no finish can fully promise against. Fence pricing is set by an on-site quote, because length, wood condition, and stain-versus-paint change the number too much to list.
Fixed Scope Guarantee
Daily Progress Texts
5-Year Written Warranty
What Affects Deck and Fence Cost in Waldo
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FACTOR 01 OF 05Size and surface area
Total square footage of decking, railings, and fencing is the biggest driver, since each surface has to be cleaned, prepped, and coated.
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PRIMARY COST DRIVERWood condition
Weathered wood that needs heavy cleaning, sanding, or board repair takes far more prep than sound wood that just needs a refresh.
Waldo Surface Prep Standard
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FACTOR 03 OF 05Stain versus paint
The product and number of coats differ between a penetrating stain and a built-film paint, which affects material and labor.
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FACTOR 04 OF 05Repairs and replacement
Replacing soft or split boards, railings, or posts adds material and labor, done before any coating.
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FACTOR 05 OF 05Access and layout
Multi-level decks, tight fence lines, and detailed railings take more time per square foot than a simple, open surface.
EXACT SAME-DAY WRITTEN QUOTE
Want an Exact Quote for Your Waldo Deck or Fence?
Your final price depends on the wood's size, condition, and the finish you choose. Get a same-day written quote for an exact number.
SERVICE AREAS
Deck and Fence Pros Serving Waldo and the KC Metro
Stone Painting serves homeowners on both the Kansas and Missouri sides of the Kansas City metro. From Waldo's older backyards near the 75th Street corridor to decks and fences across the metro, Stone reads each surface in person and matches the prep and product to the wood.
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