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Browns Handyman Service
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Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"Fixed several house repairs all in one day. They were prompt and deligent.Extremely pleased with everything that was done. I have scheduled them for a few more repairs and have recommended them to neighbors and friends. Highly recommend."
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Mountain Goat Construction
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Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

"Doug is a hardworking and conscientious craftsman / contractor that truly focuses on the quality of his work. As an example, he built an amazing custom bookshelf wall from scratch in our living room that is truly a showpiece. Highly recommended."
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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Steven Custom TRIM Carpentry
4.5(
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Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Wood steirs
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Response time30 mins
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Ruffin Remodeling
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Serving Fairfield Bay, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I contacted Ruffin Remodeling to complete a list of project that has been on my "Honey do List" . Mr. Ruffin was very professional and had very reasonable prices."
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Front Porch
Front Porch
Front Porch and railing
Front Porch and railing

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Fairfield Bay, AR

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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