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Merinos Custom Construction LLC
New to Angi

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi this is Juan Merino, your Florida local Contractor ready to help you in any need at home, we do small repairs, like drywall, paint flooring, kitchen, bathrooms & all related to residential remodeling and much more, my business is qualified with all insurances and count with a Florida State License # CBC1269685 so we can also assist you in commercial construction, residential additions, new construction, permitting and more, feel free to contact me if you have any questions or looking for a free estimate, I’m here at the disposition to assist and help you to any of your residential and commercial needs!

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Don's Details, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Don's Details, LLC is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. We have been in business since 1995, and our accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Vittor
New to Angi

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello! I'm a skilled carpenter with years of experience in crafting custom woodwork, repairs, and renovations. I prioritize attention to detail and quality craftsmanship to bring your vision to life. Let's discuss your project and see how I can help!

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Ellenton, FL

Hiring a pro to refinish wooden stairs means labor makes up 20% to 30% of your total budget. That price covers sanding, staining, and sealing each step. In most cases, a certified refinisher can tackle a 10-step staircase in about two hours, then apply stain and sealant for a durable, eye-catching finish that stands up to daily traffic.

A pro can sand a standard 10-step staircase in roughly two hours, then needs another four to six hours for each coat of stain and sealant to dry. DIYers should budget up to a week for sanding, staining, and sealing in stages. With a crew on site, the bulk of the work is completed in a single day, minimizing disruptions while still achieving a high-quality finish.

It’s possible to refinish stairs without full-scale sanding by using chemical strippers, power buffers, or simply layering a fresh finish over the existing coat. Chemical strippers break down old stains and sealants, while buffers quickly shave off surface material. Even so, a quick hand-sand with fine-grit paper helps the new finish bond properly and look smooth. As always, suit up in protective gear and follow product directions to keep your wood—and yourself—safe.

For most stair projects, you’ll want two sandpaper grits. Begin with 80- to 120-grit to strip the old finish and even out rough spots, then move to 150- to 220-grit for a smooth, ready-for-stain surface. A power sander speeds up the coarse pass, but switches to hand sanding with the fine grit in corners and along edges to keep abrasion even and give stain or sealer something to grab onto.

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