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Long Fence
3.88(
226
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In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initial rep was great and informative. Felt comfortable with initial sale. Hardly had any contact from customer service except for the payments. There were several delays that we were not informed about unless we called to ask. Took 7 months before they showed up to begin project. Only 1 person was sent to build steps. Took a week. Hard worked, hardly took a break. Had to call again to see when they would come to pour patio. Never knew when they were coming, they just showed up. Hardly spoke with the homeowners. Inspection paperwork was just left on porch. Additional paperwork that is "required by the County" had to be completed by homeowner and taken to Court house to be notarized and filed and also provide a copy back to Long Fence. Time sensitive materials which added to homeowners to-do list. Gave this contract to LF on the surface of their history and appearance of a 'good local company' but should have stayed with original contactors in VA. Puddle of water forms when it rains"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Potomac Run
5.00(
3
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In business since 2010

Free estimates

12 years of experience in cabinet making & furniture design.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
MLB Home Improvements
New to Angi

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Free estimates

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Naty Iron Work
5.00(
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Naty is a wonderful person with whom to work. He visited to secure measurements and design ideas more than once regarding the front walkway railings we wanted. He understood that we wanted the railings to provide safety while elevating the look of our front entry. The price for the work was more reasonable than other estimates received. Mr. Naty and his team installed the railings and we are so pleased with the exquisite design!!! We highly recommend Mr. Naty of Naty Iron Works!!!!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Teisfer Painting and Home Renovations
New to Angi

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Family owned business with over 12 years of providing excellent painting and home improvement top quality services to our customers at fair prices.

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American Custom Contractors Inc
4.85(
89
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In business since 1972

Free estimates

"We had a wonderful experience working with Fon Nanudon at American Custom Contractors in Rockville, MD. Fon is friendly, knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. His follow-up and follow-through are outstanding — he truly goes above and beyond to take care of his customers. If you have roofing, windows, gutter, or siding needs, I highly recommend reaching out to American Custom Contractors. You’ll be in great hands!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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M&D Automotive Machine Shop
0.00(
2
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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a full service automotive machine shop, specializing in cylinder head rebuilding/repairs, engine rebuilding, and performance modifications. We also provide complete total car-care for all makes and models, foreign and domestic.

Recommended by50%of homeowners
top notch improvements
New to Angi

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Top Notch Home Improvements we pride ourselves in excellence. Our goal is complete customer satifaction. We have experience in all phases of construction. We have ten employees all able to provide top notch workmanship. Our rates very low but may vary depending on the job. We are much lower than lowes,home depot, sears etc. Give us a call You will be amazed at the quality work and the low low price.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Dumfries, VA

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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