SVLC

03/23/2026

Tree removal, painting and staining jobs, affordable rates and professional service.

10/10/2025

06/25/2025

Dock installation, hoist top build, repairs, and boat delivery we are taking new clients.. call 231-420-8214
Or 231-420-8503

06/15/2023

07/13/2019

PAINTING VS STAINING
Painting coats the top of wood while stain penetrates the wood.
Stain protects and preserves the beauty of your wood compared to paint which covers and hides it.
Stain wears away gradually for periodic re-coating.
Paint peeling requires extensive scraping.
SVLC Always recommends Stain!

07/13/2019

7 Best Stains of 2019
https://www.thespruce.com/best-wood-stains-4151142

-Best Overall: General Finishes JQ Gel Stain
“Boasts overwhelmingly even coverage that ensures a natural appearance without penetrating too deeply.”
-Best Budget: Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain
“Great for restoring the natural beauty of wooden surfaces like older tables and cabinets that have been worn by use and age.”
-Best Wipe-on Urethane: General Finishes SQ Gel Topcoat
“Can take a drab wooden finish to new levels, transforming lackluster wood into shimmering surfaces.”
-Best Wood Conditioner: Minwax Pre Stain Wood Conditioner
“Less streaks and virtually zero blotches.”
-Best Interior Wood Stain: Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Interior Wood Stain at Walmart
“Non-drip formula that’s especially handy for staining vertical surfaces.”
-Best Exterior Wood Stain: DEFY Extreme Exterior Wood Stain
“Water beads up without penetrating your wooden surfaces.”
-Best for Small Projects: Rust-Oleum Parks Super Glaze Ultra Glossy Epoxy Finish
“Must-have for hobbyists whose work revolves around smaller furnishings and décor."

Read reviews and buy the best wood stains from top manufacturers including Rust-Oleum, DEFY, Minwax and more

07/13/2019

Staining & Restoration
Due to the nature of wood, paint simply can’t adhere to horizontal surfaces over the long run. It is common for the sun exposed side of a board to be 50 degrees hotter than the bottom side.This causes the warm side of the wood to contract while the bottom cool side stays swelled. This constant swelling and shrinking, churning and twisting make it impossible for paint to adhere to the horizontal surface of the wood; the result is peeling paint.
Best is to remove the current coating from your wood so we can stain it with a beautiful and maintainable oil based stain. Including, but not limited to, Power Washing, Ozzborne, Sanding,Chemical Stripping, Possible Wood Brightening (to restore wood tone and look before staining). To do the best job is to do a full restoration.To do that, we need to remove the coating mechanically. Due to the labor and equipment involved, removing a coating mechanically is triple the price of removing it chemically. Here are your available options.

1. Paint over the current coating. Lowest cost, short term solution. The new paint will begin to peel in months (we dont recommend this)
2. Replace the decking, spindles, railings, etc. Highest cost option. The framework and foundation of your deck will be used to rebuild the decking, railings, steps, etc. We work with Decking companys in the area and offer multiple options.
3. Full restoration. Sanding the primary horizontal surfaces, Chemiccly & or ozzborne. Using multiple methods in order to remove all previous treatements to bare wood. We can’t sand spindles or anything vertical easily. We sand the walking surfaces of the floor, steps and top of handrails. If there are benches, we sand the seating surfaces. We then Stain the surface, the result is a beautiful deck!
Choosing the best stain is the big decision ...

05/09/2019

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Decks, Log Homes, Docks, You name it!
Powerwashing, Sanding, Staining, Painting...

05/09/2019

Now Hiring!

Now Hiring, Everyone is welcome! On the job training available! We have jobs available in all positions, Docks, Lawns,Painting,Landscaping! Crew & Crew Leaders! We are looking for a hard working motivated group of guys! We will pay accordingly! Starting from $17.50 plenty of room for advancement! Crew Leader Positions Up to $22 (experience required). Call Cell-2314206687

05/09/2019

Now Hiring, Everyone is welcome! On the job training available! We have jobs available in all positions, Docks, Lawns,Painting,Landscaping! Crew & Crew Leaders! We are looking for a hard working motivated group of guys! We will pay accordingly! Starting from $17.50 plenty of room for advancement! Crew Leader Positions Up to $22 (experience required). Call Cell-2314206687

05/09/2019

Doing what we do best!

05/08/2019

New Hire Day! April 8th at 10 am. A bit of a working interview, anyone is welcome to come. We have jobs available in all positions and are looking for a hard working group of guys! We will pay accordingly! Come to the shop at 5412 onaway rd, or text 2318445503