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Sonoma Old World Cast Stone

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Sonoma Old World Cast Stone

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13 years of experience

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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We specialize in crafting custom decks that not only enhance the aesthetics of your home but also provide a versatile outdoor living area for you to enjoy. We provide more than just quality services with over 25 years experience in woodworking, framing, siding, railings, and feeney cable solutions for a contemporary look while ensuring safety and longevity. Specializing in woodworking decks porches fences and much more.

"From start to finish, Enrique was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I've never felt better about investing in my home. Our front porch steps were severely in need of repair. The flagstone was falling off the frame and became a hazard for our family and others visiting our home. We had struggled to find others who could meet our budget or were comfortable taking the job. However, Enrique assured us this was well within his skill and experience and that we would be happy with the results. He could not have been more right! Enrique removed the old flagstone, added additional support for the existing frame, and installed beautiful new steps using Trex decking material. He even included exterior lighting! We are thrilled with our new stairs, and his work gives us great confidence in working again with MTZ Modern Carpentry. Thanks again, Enrique!"

Jeff C on February 2025

We specialize in crafting custom decks that not only enhance the aesthetics of your home but also provide a versatile outdoor living area for you to enjoy. We provide more than just quality services with over 25 years experience in woodworking, framing, siding, railings, and feeney cable solutions for a contemporary look while ensuring safety and longevity. Specializing in woodworking decks porches fences and much more.

"From start to finish, Enrique was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I've never felt better about investing in my home. Our front porch steps were severely in need of repair. The flagstone was falling off the frame and became a hazard for our family and others visiting our home. We had struggled to find others who could meet our budget or were comfortable taking the job. However, Enrique assured us this was well within his skill and experience and that we would be happy with the results. He could not have been more right! Enrique removed the old flagstone, added additional support for the existing frame, and installed beautiful new steps using Trex decking material. He even included exterior lighting! We are thrilled with our new stairs, and his work gives us great confidence in working again with MTZ Modern Carpentry. Thanks again, Enrique!"

Jeff C on February 2025


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New Millennium Cleaning Service

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New Millennium Cleaning Service

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22 years of experience

Our services include but are not limited to: * Office buildings * Apartment buildings * Commercial Properties * Residential Properties (All Type) Service Availability: One time Daily Weekly Bi-Weekly Monthly Seasonally Special services: for Real Estate and Investors Companies Move in/out Detail Cleaning Open House Preparation Handyman Services Painting Services Full Service Window Cleaning Carpet Cleaning Clean gutters Clean grill, patio furniture Clean exteriors and Garages Clean refrigerator Tub and sink Reglaze

Our services include but are not limited to: * Office buildings * Apartment buildings * Commercial Properties * Residential Properties (All Type) Service Availability: One time Daily Weekly Bi-Weekly Monthly Seasonally Special services: for Real Estate and Investors Companies Move in/out Detail Cleaning Open House Preparation Handyman Services Painting Services Full Service Window Cleaning Carpet Cleaning Clean gutters Clean grill, patio furniture Clean exteriors and Garages Clean refrigerator Tub and sink Reglaze


Stock Window & Door

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Stock Window & Door

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SOS Painting

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SOS Painting

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LICENSE: #526818.

LICENSE: #526818.


DeVries Construction

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DeVries Construction

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41 years of experience

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.


Lindberg Construction

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Lindberg Construction

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17 years of experience

Cash or Check

Cash or Check


Terry Pold

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Terry Pold

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41 years of experience

General handyman services, emergency services

General handyman services, emergency services


The Kitchen Company

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The Kitchen Company

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J.J.G. Maintenance & Repair

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J.J.G. Maintenance & Repair

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J.J.G. Maintenance & Repair is a Maintenance & Repair Company servicing home, business and office clients.

J.J.G. Maintenance & Repair is a Maintenance & Repair Company servicing home, business and office clients.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in San Francisco, CA

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.

The San Francisco, CA homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

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