Testimonials

Dan and his crew did an excellent job restoring the beauty to the wood on our back deck (floor and walls) and to the wooden front of our house. I will be sure to have him return next time we need a refreshing.

M Wolfe – Forest Hill

Ipe House Siding Restoration and Oil Re-application

Dan and his team were wonderful to work with. I have a large IPE deck that had not been maintained for 4 years. Dan was able to revive it to beyond our expectations. He was very clear about the process and pricing. He identified some areas which he felt should be repaired to prevent further damage. I would highly recommend Forest View Staining for any deck project. I look forward to working with them again.

Michael Pandes – North York

Ipe Deck Restoration and Re-oil

Dan and team were fantastic to work with for giving our deck a second life. Dan squeezed us in on short notice, and gave an honest review of what would be the best course of action for our deck. Not having much background on how to look after decks, this was very helpful. His crew had the deck finished in 2 days, and he was over after the job was complete to ensure our satisfaction.

Definitely recommend Dan and team for your deck restoration!

Nikole S.h – Leslieville

Deck Cleaning and Sanding

I have a large amount of ipe wood in my backyard that is very expensive and requires someone with knowledge of how to care for it. From the moment Dan came over he gave me the confidence that he knew what he was doing. You never receive a quote and feel like the work is worth it - but this work was worth it. Dan is a strong communicator and they came when they told me they would be and the work ethic of his staff and the professionalism in the work was as if they were doing it on their own home. The results were outstanding and brought my wood back to life. Really appreciated the attention to detail and care they took.

Courtney Maguire – North York

Brazilian Ipe Oil Refinishing

Dan did a great job on our deck and fences. He told us that we shouldn't paint or stain it unless we wanted continuous maintenance. He would do that but preferred a power wash and clear coating with special agents at a reasonable price. Looks great. Was way cheaper than paint/stain and no fuss. He was timely and genuinely cared about our project.

Steve Lancaster – Leslieville

Deck Cleaning and Restoration

Excellent experience with Dan and his team. He was very responsive and professional. I had my very old deck cleaned minor repair as well as a little add on. It’s an old deck that I thought was on its last days and Dan’s team restored it to looking really fresh and added years to its life! I was very happy with the work and highly recommend!

R.M. – Leslieville

Deck Repairs

I’ve had excellent experiences with Forest View staining twice now. The first time we had out deck restored, and it looked new afterwards. A few years later we decided to paint it, and it looked beautiful when it was done. Dan was very knowledgeable and friendly when helping us decide what to do and gave lots of great recommendations. Would definitely use them again.

Lyndsey B. – Leaside

"Old Deck Refinishing to New

We used Forest View Staining’s services on two occasions in the past three years, initially to give a new life to our backyard deck, and to provide some routine maintenance and repairs since then. We found their team to be very professional, courteous, and reasonably priced. Generally, it’s not unusual to experience delays with most providers of seasonal work, especially in the spring/early summer, but we never had this issue with Dan and his team at Forest View Staining;

Dan is very responsive (including responding to emails on weekends), his team shows up when they say they will, and complete the work within the agreed timeline. I also appreciated that Dan is very knowledgeable and transparent, he never tried to push for the most expensive projects when a more cost-effective one can do the job just as well, which is why we went back to Forest View Staining and will likely do so in the future.

Patrick F. – North York

Cedar Deck Cleaning and Restoration

a year ago I hired Forest View to clean the 10 year old 2 level deck in my backyard. Dan and his team did an amazing job - cleaning the deck and railings with outmost care so that there was no damage to the surface with the power washing. It really looks brand new and I am confident it will last for many more years ! Timely and excellent value for the quality of work done. I would certainly use Forest View again in the future.

R. Fox – North Toronto

Fence and Deck Repairs

Late in 2022, we decided to refresh and coordinate the three cedar faces of our patio, (our favourite outdoor, three season escape). On the recommendation of a Monarch Paint employee, we contacted Dan at Forest View Staining for his ability to create unique stains that would deal with siding and fencing that varied in age from eight years to almost four decades. Dan and Greg's staining resulted in an excellent "refresh" that we would never have achieved ourselves.

I recommend Forest View Staining's specialized skill.

BK – North York

Cedar Fence Refinishing

Dan and his team at Forest View Staining did an outstanding job repairing and re-staining our cedar deck in 2022. The previous staining was not done properly. The deck staining further deteriorated during the COVID pandemic. In short, it was a mess. We knew this was not a small or easy job. Given our past very disappointing experience, we spent time researching what was required so we could hire someone with the right skill set. Dan was the one we settled on. He and his team didn’t disappoint. They were very professional and efficient. It was obvious the knowledge they had regarding wood staining and restoration and the pride they took in their work. Their fee was also extremely reasonable. Our deck looks stunning.

Going forward the only person we will hire to do any work on our deck is Dan and Forest View Staining.

Katherine and John – North York

Sikkens Refinishing on Cedar Deck

I have a 9' x 9' cedar shed and a large cedar pergola in my backyard that had previously been sealed with Helmsman urethane. After several years in the elements the old finish was in terrible shape and was peeling in most places, resulting in an uneven appearance. I decided to have both structures refinished and to switch to a wood sealant product with greater durability and lower maintenance. I was referred to Dan and the team at Forest View Staining by my deck contractor and choose Forest View after meeting a couple of exterior finish professionals.

From the moment Dan showed up to assess the project (on time, of course), I knew I could trust him. He carefully examined the existing finish and recommended a semi-transparent stain that would not flake and would weather more naturally. He also committed to the challenging process of removing the old Helmsman urethane finish, an effort that required a lot of physical labour. He did a couple of test patches to give me confidence that the old finish could be completely removed and that the UV weathering could be evened out.

Forest View was able to fit my project in before the weather turned too cold to apply finishes, which allowed me to squeeze the work in at the tail end of summer 2022. I was absolutely delighted with the results. The old urethane finish was removed carefully and thoroughly which allowed the new finish to go on evenly. The Forest View team was careful to keep the worksite clean and tidied up after themselves at the end of each day and comprehensively at the end of the job. My shed and pergola got a new lease on life and the finish looks great. I really appreciate Forest View's attention to detail and would highly recommend them for exterior stain projects.

James O – Leaside

Cedar Pergola and Shed Complete Restoration

We hired Dan for several separate projects to clean and restore the cedar decks, reconfigure the lower deck, fix the foundation of the deck posts and add skirting around the deck.

Dan is very knowledgeable and responsive. He gave us advice and suggestions, answered our concerns and questions, presented various options to consider and provided quotes with detailed scope of work. His expertise, integrity and professionalism showed in his attention to detail and ongoing communications throughout the projects. He arrived on time and clean-up was taken care of. His excellent workmanship and craftsmanship shows in the quality of his work!

Dan is a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend him!

Jeff and Kathy – Lawrence and Don Mills

Deck Reparis and Cleaning

Dan of ForestView Staining did a great job cleaning and repairing our 12 year old Western Red Cedar deck. Looks like new! Dan and his colleague worked very hard applying the most enviro-friendly, non-toxic cleaning products for us. Dan also did some excellent repairs on a few decayed planks and a section of railing. Very, very happy with the result. Also appreciated that Dan was very pleasant to deal with. Would definitely recommend this company.

Kate McDonald – Yorkville

Western Red Cedar Deck Restoration

Dan was recommended to me by Betz pools.

I was looking to have my granite coping around the pool sealed. However I didn’t like the wet look that most sealers are leaving after the job is completed. Dan was great to understand my request and to find the right seal to complete the job at competitive price.

I end up getting him to seal the granite tiles on my covered porch and outdoor kitchen. I will definitely recommend him.

Dimitar Teodosiev – North York

Natural stone patio cleaning

Dan and his crew are not only the nicest, but they genuinely care about making your deck look great. It’s not fun to stain a deck, but these guys show up early and work hard the entire day… they even came over the weekend to keep to the timeline. Can’t say enough good things. Our deck was only a few years old and after a bad stain job it looked 20 years old. Dan and his crew made it look like new! I recommend them without hesitation.

Steph Rasminsky – Leslieville

Deck Refinishing. Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness

Forest View (Dan) came highly recommended to me by a close friend, so I had high expectations and I have to say that they did not disappoint. They repaired and upgraded my large backyard deck. Dan and his team were very detailed and professional from the quoting to the final product.

He knows his stuff and has excellent craftsmanship. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Forest View again and if you're considering them of for a project, you can do no better.

Mark Smith – Leslieville

Deck Refinishing. Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value.

We hired Dan and his crew to stain our deck and also do a more complex job: staining the Maibec roof and siding of our single story rear extension. Dan did a great job researching and preparing the project, as Maibec natural surfaces are rather “fussy” and require just the right finish. The end result was just what we wanted.

But the best was to come.

Although the same extension (our new living room) was generally completed to a high standard, there was one major flaw. Unknown to us the contractor had taken short cuts in the design and construction of the eaves troughs and the result was rain water leaking into the exterior wall. A series of botched repairs by the contractor were temporary and ultimately useless.

We told Dan about this and he took the job in hand. The result was an innovatively redesigned and rebuilt roof drainage and eaves trough system with careful workmanship and redundancies to deal with the worst storms. Our stress levels dropped and Dan and his crew are now working with our neighbours.

Satisfaction all round!

S.R. – Leslieville

Maibec Siding and Eave Repairs

So grateful for the referral to Forestview (Dan). We recognized his expertise and attention to detail immediately in our initial meeting. Most importantly, Dan listens, tries to understand the expectations and explains the process in detail.

The outcome was perfect, a beautiful enhancement of our new backyard. We look forward to future collaborative projects.

A. Mitchell – Etobicoke

Cedar Fence and Arbor

A small army of people have helped us renovate and maintain our house over the last 27 years, and Dan is among the handful of people I would recommend. He was a pleasure to deal with start to finish and the final product is first class.

The world would be a better place if everyone operated with such professionalism and talent.

KG – Lawrence and Avenue Road

Veranda Support Post Staining

I hired Dan and his team to repair and strengthen my elevated back deck. He gave me a fair price and did an exceptional job with his team. They explained exactly what they were doing and why and were very good communicators. They completed the job on time and budget and they cleaned up extremely well at the end of the job.

I would recommend them very highly for any project of this nature

AK – Bathurst and Eglinton

Deck Structural Repairs

Dan and his crew always show up on time and they work extremely hard. Dan is very particular about his work, and we appreciated that. Our cedar deck had to be replaced in 2021, and we are thrilled with the outcome.

We will now only have to have our deck stained once a year - no more sanding. Very happy.

Julie and Richard – York

Cedar Deck Repairs and Oiling

Last year Forestview staibed our newly constructed cedar shed. Timing was an issue, given the fluctuating and season on-and-off rainfall. Also, the shed backed onto a fence with our neighbour. Dan and his team watched the weather for a warmer dry spell, and came at the first opportunity to complete the job quickly and with no disruption to the neighbour.

We are pleased with our beautiful new shed!

Leonora and Steve – Yonge and Wilson

Cedar Shed Oiling

Dan did a fantastic job refinishing and staining our deck.

Dan was responsive, hard working and we are very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend his services!

Carla Karpel – Leaside

Ipe Deck Refinishing

Forest View Staining came to visit, gave me their recommendation for refreshing my deck and porch, quoted a fair price, gave me a start and finish date and then delivered on all three.

Very impressive and just the certainty I wanted and needed. I don’t hesitate to recommend their services.

CF – Riverdale

Front and Rear Deck Refinishing

Excellent service and quality of work! Dan is great to deal with. Highly recommend this business.

Lynn – Avenue Road and Lawrence

Deck Cleaning and Repairs

Forest View Staining completed a refurbishment of my deck. The assessment and quote were handled very professionally and the work was completed on time with great attention to detail.

I have no problem in recommending Forest View Staining and would approach then for a quote on any future work that I may need done.

NS – Leslieville

Deck Resurfacing

Forest View (Dan) came highly recommended to me by a close friend, so I had high expectations and I have to say that they did not disappoint. They repaired and upgraded my large backyard deck. Dan and his team were very detailed and professional from the quoting to the final product. He knows his stuff and has excellent craftsmanship.

I wouldn't hesitate to hire Forest View again and if you're considering them of for a project, you can do no better.

Mark Smith – Leslieville

Deck Cleaning and Refinishing

Forest View Staining Ltd. did a beautiful stain and paint job. They were very professional and finished the project on time.

Katrina Herrndorf – High Park

Deck Refinishing and Painting

Dan does great work, on time, with a friendly and professional attitude. He pays attention to detail and is clearly fair and knowledgeable in the suggestions he makes.

I have already recommended him to multiple family and friends. It’s rare to find someone I would trust this much to work for elderly relatives and I am so happy to have found him!

Becca S. – Leslie and Sheppard

Many Repairs to our Home

Have a large deck shaded by maples…which means that the sap makes the deck slippery and gross to walk on.

Dan has been cleaning our deck since we built it…his guys do a great job and always return the deck to what it looked like when it was brand new!

Stephen Clements – Lawrence and Avenue Road

Deck Cleaning

Our beautiful 12 year-old veranda was in serious need of being restored to its original beauty. After doing some extensive research, we decided to go with Forest View Staining. At or first meeting with Dan, he walked us through the various refinishing options and candidly advised the pros and cons of and what we could expect. His team are terrific, very detailed oriented and did an outstanding job of restoring our veranda, which was no easy feat and we are absolutely thrilled with the results. The team were also meticulous in tidying up at the end of each day and very respectful of our neighbours.

Forest Vierw also did some exterior painting for us, which was done in the same professional manner.

We’re now going to ask Dan do a couple of other projects for us.

He has become a true trusted advisor to us.

Lynne – York Mills and Avenue Road

Veranda and Fence Refinishing

I found Dan and Forestview Staining online, in early Spring 2020. The testimonials from others—coupled with the fact that many of them were from folks in my neighborhood—made me feel confident about reaching out.

I’m glad I did. This was during the early days of the pandemic when 6-feet distancing was the norm. Dan promptly answered and came by and did an assessment while social distancing respectfully. Contrary to what I thought, he confirmed that my backyard deck was in fine shape and that it needed just very minor actual deckboard work, and that a deep clean, sand and stain would make it look terrific. The products he would use are top-tier brands, which would promise easy upkeep in future years. (Note that I highly recommend you have him use the best stains that are available for your application. Trust me here—there is a difference and it’s often a marginal cost of a few bucks in materials.)

His team came by as scheduled a few weeks later, and worked efficiently and neatly. They took the time to explain exactly the steps they were taking, and Dan himself was on the job as well. Once the deck was prepared for staining, he helped me decide by applying a “test” stain of a few alternative colours on a small area of my deck. Dan told me the pros and cons of light, clear stains versus darker colours. In this way there’d be no surprises.

The project was on time, and exactly on budget. I spent less than I was anticipating, and got MORE in return.

If you are looking for the nicest, most-honest work for your deck with beautiful results that last, I’d strongly recommend Dan and Forestview. (In fact—I DID to a friend of mine later that summer when I was admiring the great work on his own deck. Turns out—Dan had done his deck too!)

Mike Muyal – Eglinton and Avenue Road

Deck Refinishing and Repairs

I hired Dan from Forest View Staining to bring our 10 year old Ipe Wood Deck back to life. The deck itself was in desperate need of a clean up and refresh.

Dan's team member was polite, tidy and hardworking. I was concerned about any of the debris ruining our new backyard sport court, but Dan assured me that they would protect the area and keep it tidy as they went. After a thorough power wash and cleaning, they oiled the deck and I was shocked to see how it appeared brand new! Many friends and family commented if we had put in a new deck after seeing the transformation.

I would highly recommend their service and will be relying on Dan and his team to keep my deck looking fantastic for years to come!

Melanie D'Alessandro – York Mills and Avenue Road

Ipe Deck Restoration

Dan and his team carefully restored our ten-year-old deck and porches. The replacement lumber looks perfect, the staining and finishing was excellent, and Dan’s advice was impeccable. They didn’t rush and really seemed to care for the work. I recommend Dan highly.

PS – Davenport and Bathurst

Ten-year-old Deck Repairs and Refinishing

Forestview and Dan refurbished our deck and fencing until it looked like fresh new cedar. Dan worked with us to determine the type of deck finish we wanted. He was very professional, timely, courteous and genuinely interested in making us happy.

We would highly recommend Dan 10/10 for his expertise and workmanship.

Angela and Vito Ierullo – Bloor and Royal York Road

Deck and Fence Repairs

Forest View Staining did an excellent job sanding, re-staining and replacing the railings on our back deck. Dan was very pleasant to work with and provided excellent quality in the work his team completed.

I also asked him to come back later in the year to add gates to prevent our toddler from falling down the stairs and he made sure they fit nicely with the overall design of the deck.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Forest View Staining for all your deck needs.

Kelly Silver – Eglinton and Bathurst

Deck Railings and Gates

We are very please with the quality of work completed by Dan and his team. The exterior of our home is panelled in wood and over the past two years sun damage resulted in a marked two toned difference in the wood.

When Dan assessed the situation, he educated us on everything to do with staining, stripping and maintenance of our particular type of wood. He was very knowledgeable and presented several options to us. In fact, he suggested that we try something more conservative and gentle on the wood, which would allow the more natural colour to show and help us avoid more complicated, difficult maintenance in the future.

We really appreciated that! He also astutely pointed out an area of mold growth, which he said could be remedied. Our garden, front door, metal/glass railings of our porch and our garage door were carefully covered and protected during the duration of the work. The final look of our home exceeded our expectations and we ended up getting a lot of compliments from people walking by.

We definitely recommend Forest View Staining and will absolutely only work with Dan for any future projects!

Laura – Bathurst and St.Clair

Ipe Siding

Forestview Staining got the job done with a level of detail and professionalism that you hope for when getting a job like this done.

We were very satisfied with the communication and final outcome.

Kevin W – Leslieville

Deck Cleaning and Restoration

Daniel and his team were fantastic. We had a tricky issue and need advice for staining a new cedar deck.

The contractor had used wood filler for the screw holes even though we didn’t want to stain and wanted to keep natural. Dan met with us, understood what we needed and came up with a custom stain solution to refill holes to make them look like original knots in wood. Truly exceptional and at a reasonable price.

Met all commitments without issue. Highly recommend.

ML – North Leaside

Custom Hole Filling

I first contacted Forestview Staining in June 2020, looking for help with the peeling water-based stain on my 17-year-old cedar deck.

Dan Schwade replied quickly to my email, indicating that they were fully booked until August and inviting me to contact them again in mid-July if I was still interested. I did, and went ahead with the project. They sanded, conditioned and refinished the deck with a protective sealant, which was my preference, and Dan replaced a few board sections that had rotted (not an easy feat, finding cedar boards in the pandemic).

The work was completed within a week, and I was enjoying my deck again in early August. Dan was on top of the project from beginning to end, and I am very happy with the quality of the work.

CF – East York

Deck Restoration

Dan was great from the start of the quote, to completion and follow up to ensure the work was done properly. He provided a great assessment and multiple options, to ensure that I was aware of the options from a cost and time perspective.

I would highly recommend his services

CK – Bayview and Sheppard

Fence Sealing

It was a pleasure working with you this past summer. You out performed my expectations.

The work was done professionally and the price was very fare. The deck looks wonderful. I would highly recommend your services.

Rosa Bensky – St.Clair and Avenue Road

Deck Cleaning

I can’t recommend Forest View Staining highly enough! Dan and his team were extremely knowledgeable and professional and took our very tired, 12 year old cedar deck and ipe fence and restored them beautifully.

Not only did they restore the wood, they were a full service company which also replaced and repaired old and loose boards as well as painting our shed. In addition to the backyard work they also restored our wooden front door which was in rather desperate shape.

It now looks brand new. I was totally thrilled with all their work.

Linda and Doug – Yonge and Lawrence

Shed Painting and Deck Restoration

Last year, Dan and his crew came and made our backyard into a beautiful, finished, cohesive space. We had a new deck and shed which was a mix of different woods and some composite decking. Forest View stained the shed and the wooden parts of the deck. Everything looks great and is protected from weather.

Dan's knowledge of stain is impressive. He recommended products that are known to perform well in Canada's harsh winter, and gave advice when choosing colours. When we had finally decided on colours, he custom mixed where necessary to make the different woods look like they had the same stain so that the spaces were more unified. We have pressure treated posts that look like our cedar privacy screen, and it goes well with our composite decking.

The crew at Forest View Staining were professional, courteous and never left a mess. They spent a lot of time and effort on the proper preparation of each surface before staining. We couldn't happier with the results. They made the entire process stress-free. We will be keeping their number."

Kathy and Mark – Yonge and Eglinton

Shed and Deck Staining

We reached out to Dan thinking we needed a new deck as our existing deck was 25+ years old. Dan spent quite a bit of time looking at the existing deck structure, floor boards and railing.

Based on our wants and needs Dan recommended that instead of installing a new deck, he would reinforce some of the existing posts, add a couple of new ones, replace the rotted floor boards and install a new railing.

Dan and his crew were resourceful, very friendly and always accessible. The job started and finished on time. I would highly recommend Dan and look forward to working with him again!

S. Levett – Bathrust and Wilson

Deck Repairs

I retained Dan’s services last fall to repair and restore a wooden deck, which overlooks a large pool.

Dan was very responsive and came out personally to provide a quotation. He made recommendations on a wood treatment that would avoid frequent ongoing restoration costs. When it was time to do the work, Dan started at the time promised and finished the project on time and within budget. He made sure to keep the pool area clean.

We were very pleased with the Dan’s work and the final result. It looks great. Thanks, Dan!

Ingrid V. – North York

Deck Restoration

Last summer I hired Dan and his team to redo my aging deck. I found their service to be highly professional and the workmanship was excellent. I now have a beautiful deck I can relax on every night. This year I have hired them to build a fence.

I would recommend Dan and his team to anyone looking for a new deck of fence.

Michael L. – Eglinton and Avenue Rd.

Deck Refinishing

Dan and the team turned back the clock for our deck. Clearly Dan knew more about what the deck and fence needed than all the other companies I had in. The other folks wanted to sand and re-stain, which would have taken way longer and been way more expensive.

We could not have been happier with the results.

K. Aiken – Scarborough

Deck and Fence Restoration

Upon the recommendation of a friend we hired Forest View Staining last year. Our deck needed repairs and a thorough cleaning. Dan Schwade of Forest View was our contact - he gave us great advice, saved us a few dollars and their crew did a wonderful job, both on the job itself and on cleaning up afterwards.

I would hire them again without hesitation.

B. Bell – East York

Deck Restoration

How To Save a Deck in One Easy Step - Hire Forest View Staining

Our beautiful newly built red cedar deck was ruined by someone who claimed to understand the art of staining.

We had footprints, stain drips, patches and uneven distribution of stain throughout the deck and fence.

Dan came and explained to us what had happened and what needed to be done. He and his team stripped the deck and fence back to their original state.

Dan's knowledge of wood and stain is vast. He explained and demonstrated different stain and sealant options to us - gaining our trust.

His team was professional, timely and clean. We now have a beautiful deck and the integrity of the cedar shines through because of the work Dan and his team did. We'll be hiring Dan to maintain our deck.

We could not recommend anyone more than Dan Schwade and Forest View Staining.

Daniel and Nadia – East York

Deck Stripping and Restoration

After researching and getting quotations from a number of different companies to stain our backyard cedar gazebos, we decided to go with Forest View Staining.

Dan was great to deal with throughout the process. He was very knowledgeable and provided us with a number of staining options and colours to consider. Dan and his team did an incredible job! The finished product exceeded our expectations! They may not be the "cheapest" staining company, but they are certainly the best. Highly recommended!

Rosa and Frank – Yonge/York Mills

Cedar Cabana and Pergola

We had Dan and his crew refinish our decade old deck and fence last summer, in preparation for an upcoming backyard family event, with a relatively tight time line for the work.

They were prompt, professional, and very capable, and we were very pleased with the outcome. Dan helped us resolve a number of questions, and provided us with great advice, with a practical eye toward balancing costs with results. It looked so good our neighbors decided to work with him as well.

We would have no hesitation in using his team again, and we enjoyed working with them.

Mark F. – Forest Hill

Cedar Deck Repairs and Restoration

Dan and his crew restained my deck and my front door in 2018, and I highly recommend them! They offer exceptional customer service, are reliable, punctual, efficient, pleasant, and don’t leave a mess behind.

I immediately referred them to two of my friends, before they even finished the job! Great company!

Ellen S. – Lawrence and Avenue Rd.

Front Door and Deck Staining

We hired Forest View Staining last year to clean and stain our relatively new backyard cedar deck and balcony. In addition we had several questions around the cedar that we have in the front the house that has faded and otherwise had been altered by the elements.

Dan was quick to respond and diligent in setting up a meeting to review the work. He was well informed and provided us the guidance we needed to make a decision on the type of stain and colour and whether to proceed with staining the front of this house at this time.

The honesty and integrity in his approach was refreshing. The options were laid out - a clear stain will require almost annual visits, a solid stain would not. Working on the front of the house would also impact the door and areas of cedar that had not been affected to date. The team did a fantastic job cleaning and staining the deck and balcony. There was clear attention to deal and the finished product looked great.

We look forward to hiring Forest View again in the near future.

Stam F. – Yonge & 401

Cedar Deck Staining

Project

Restoration of 2 Deck Floors and Cedar Siding along the side of our house. New: Front Deck Side Gate and Rear Deck Skirting

We were extremely impressed with Forest View Staining. Dan worked with us to determine the scope of our projects. We found him to be extremely knowledgeable, patient, professional and very helpful in answering any and all of our questions.

Communication was excellent throughout the projects. We were impressed with his craftsmanship, attention to detail and the care he took to ensure a clean work site.

We highly recommend Forest View Staining.

Nancy & Gord – Forest Hill

Cedar Deck Restoration

I called Dan to come take a look at my old deck to see what can be done to save it. It was in such bad shape I had contemplated tearing it down and starting over.

Dan assessed the condition of the deck and indicated that a thorough sanding and wash (at reasonable cost) would revitalize it and last perhaps another few years.

His team did a very thorough job washing and sanding the crevices it looked like a new deck. I was left really impressed with the final product and would recommend the team highly.

TL – Yonge and York Mills

Cedar Deck Restoration

"Forest View Staining (FVS) restored my multi-level deck over the course of two days and I am pleased with the result. I was initially drawn to FVS because its literature suggested that the team had specialized knowledge in the construction and maintenance of decks rather than being "guys with a power washer" claiming to be well versed in restoring decks (among window washing, and painting etc). Of course, a company can make any claims that it wants in its advertising but on meeting FSV's Dan S. to obtain a quote through the completion of the project, I observed and experienced the following, which I believe any client will consider an asset to their own project, whether that be restoration or construction:

1. Integrity & Fairness
I initially asked Dan to advise on staining/sealing the deck. He told me he would not advise that because, given the size of the deck, the cost of same would be prohibitive. Instead he advised that the deck be restored through a cleaning process and that any boards that were rotting be replaced on an as-needed basis through the years. Dan could have chosen to quote on the staining/sealing of the deck first to see if I would accept the high cost before offering me to clean the deck only but he showed integrity and professionalism by recommending what he thought was the most economical and practical method. By that and other consults that occurred during the course of the project, I felt that Dan gave me his fair and professional opinion even if it meant it would not result in a larger project fee and that he was giving advice as if it were his own home.

2. Knowledge & Attention to Detail
I felt confident hiring FVS to restore my deck in part because Dan demonstrated knowledge in his field during his initial assessment. For example, in conversation Dan noted that boards making my stairs were curving slightly upwards. He explained that wood planks will naturally curve a certain way and thus the board has to be installed on the correct side during construction to prevent the edges of the stair boards eventually turning upwards. I was not seeking to alter the construction of my deck but Dan's comment showed me that he would pay attention to detail and that he knew certain pitfalls to avoid.

On my last review of the deck before signing off on the project I was pleasantly surprised that the team had remembered to secure one of the deck posts that the contractor who built the deck had omitted to fully do. I had mentioned it in passing to Dan when the project started but he had apparently made mental note to remedy the situation and there was no need for me to ask twice.

3. Pride in work
Other than the matter of securing the deck post, FVS offered to attend to a gate on the deck that was not closing properly. This was not offered so as to charge me extra (which they did not). I could tell that it was offered because the team has pride in its work and even though they did not install the gate, because it was on the deck, and shoddy work clearly bothers them, they wanted to try to fix it to the best of their ability.

FVS did not hesitate to re-wash multiple levels of deck multiple times until they were satisfied with their job. The team did not consider their job complete when they met a typical number of washes but rather when they were comfortable that they had properly cleaned the deck so as to put the FVS stamp on the project.

4. Professionalism
The FVS team was punctual, communicative about start and end times and project duration, respectful of me and my property, and patient and attentive to all questions and concerns that I had. I was never given the impression that the team had grown weary of one question to many. The team had to enter my house for part of the project and I felt comfortable at all times.

Knowledge about wood treatment can be learnt but there are other traits, such as the ones above, which can not be learnt. My experience with FVS is that its team has certain of those innate traits that will serve a client well on any project and I am pleased to recommend their service.

Alyssa A. – St. Clair & Avenue Rd.

Deck Cleaning and Restoration

Hi Dan
I just want to thank you for maintaining our deck in such a high standard..

Our deck was 6 years old when you came for our first service which was May 2016.. Our deck looked very tired and old and through your sanding and cleaning you restored it to looking like a brand new cedar deck..

This year 2017 you cleaned our deck and brought the lustre back in one day.. We have received so many compliments and are so pleased with the results..

Your kindness and help with setting up our deck after you cleaned it was so appreciated.

I have recommended your service to many and your personal attention to detail is duly noted..

Look forward to many years of using your company and your lovely staff..

Carol G. – Bayview & York Mills

Deck Cleaning

Dan and his team have done exceptional work on our very large deck over the past two years.

He is authentic, has the utmost integrity, and is exceptionally customer focused. With our deck in disrepair, Dan understood our needs and offered us creative and cost effective solutions for repairing and cleaning as opposed to outright replacement.

A year later, we are very pleased with the result and asked him back to do a full clean. Dan is reliable; consistently fulfilling his commitments. We foresee hiring Dan in the future.

We have been using Dan from Forest View Staining for our IPE deck. We had a lot of damage and repairs were needed. Dan came in and was very professional and gave us great honest advice. He never tried to over sell us on anything and when it came down to doing the work they came in as promised, on time, fast, professional and cleaned up after they were done.

I have used 2 other companies in the past for my IPE and they could never get it right. Dan seems to understand the process and takes his time to ensure a great job.

I will be using Forest View Staining moving forward. Glad to have found them!

Pippa and Rob – Yonge & Davisville

Cedar Deck Restoration

We have been using Dan from Forest View Staining for our IPE deck. We had a lot of damage and repairs were needed. Dan came in and was very professional and gave us great honest advice. He never tried to over sell us on anything and when it came down to doing the work they came in as promised, on time, fast, professional and cleaned up after they were done.

I have used 2 other companies in the past for my IPE and they could never get it right. Dan seems to understand the process and takes his time to ensure a great job.

I will be using Forest View Staining moving forward. Glad to have found them!

John S. – Yonge & Sheppard

Brazilian Ipe Restoration

I just wanted to say thanks to you and the team for the work you did on the Ipe at my house. As you know, I pretty apprehensive about how the Ipe would restore, but I'm blown away by how amazing it looks.

Many of my neighbours have commented on what a difference it has made to the look of the house!

I really appreciate you being patient with all my questions (I know I had lot of them!). It was a pleasure working with someone who had such great attention to detail whether it was in working with the wood or keeping the yard clean and protecting our plants.

Thanks again - looking forward to working with you in the future to keep the wood looking great.

Kevin R. – Etobicoke

Brazilian Ipe Siding Restoration

Forest View Staining did a phenomenal job restoring the cedar siding along our house and garage.

Dan was extremely professional from the moment we met him. He provided an accurate estimate of the cost and time to get the job done. He spent a long time listening to what we wanted and he went out of his way to accommodate our busy schedules.

His team worked extremely hard and careful once the project began and Dan went out of his way to ensure the restoration exceeded our expectations.

David and Lyndsay – Yonge & Eglinton

Clear Cedar Siding Restoration

After interviewing several contractors, we entrusted Forest View to finish a large installation we'd had done in 2006 (? - fill in correct year, I left the files with the buyer). They did such a good job staining our brand new red cedar fencing, bridge, and arbours that we didn't hesitate to call them again in 2016 to strip, repair & re-stain the entire project.

Again, the results were simply stunning - thanks Dan and team!

Brian H. – Royal York & Bloor

Cedar Fence Restoration

Several years ago, we asked Forest View to quote on a large project at our former house.

We wanted a "top quality" job that would last for years. Dan explained how we should approach the project, what would work (and what wouldn't), how weather conditions would impact our project and what we should expect from his company... accurate pricing, thorough preparation, daily clean up, on time scheduling and real attention to detail. The finished product exceeded our expectations!

Fast forward and we have have since moved to a brand new house. Our new outdoor deck, patio and cabana needed the final "touch" so we called Dan again. We experienced the same thorough approach and same top quality work from Dan and his team.

Forest View earned our repeat business and we highly recommend them!

Gord and Lori – Lawrence & Avenue Rd.

Deck and Shed Staining

We used Forest View Staining to refinish our deck which had peeled after a previous poor staining job.

Dan and crew removed all of the old stain and resealed the deck leaving it looking brand new again. They completed a difficult job thoroughly and completely, and finished off with a full cleanup.

We’re very happy with our “new” deck.

Andy W. – North York

Deck Restoration

I hired Dan and his firm in spring 2016 to repair and paint my back deck. From the initial consultation until the completion of the project, Dan was excellent in his communication of what the project would entail, when he and his crew would be on-site, and what to expect in terms of cost and timing.

Dan was also very hands-on with the project itself and was often there with his crew. His crew was very professional and efficient, and they completed the project quickly.

I should also mention that I live in a townhouse and my neighbours' decks/yards are directly on either side of mine, although separated by fencing. Dan repeatedly offered to clean any potential dust/debris that might have ended up on my neighbours' decks and handled my neighbours' questions and concerns in a very professional fashion.

My deck looked fabulous upon completion and I would have no hesitation hiring Dan's firm in the future.

Jenifer M. – Forest Hill

Deck Repairs, Stain Removal and Staining

I was referred to Forest View Staining Limited for the purpose of having some fencing stained and am very happy to provide an endorsement of them.

Dan was professional, friendly, efficient and very helpful in everything from choosing colours to working around my schedule. After the job was completed there was no mess – just beautifully stained fencing!

I would not hesitate to call on him again for future work.

Judith U. – North York

New Fence Staining

Forestview Staining restained my very large deck in 2016. Their price was very reasonable and they did a fabulous job. They were extremely professional and started and completed the job on time.

I would highly recommend Forestview Staining.

Lynn K. – York Mills & Leslie

Deck and Playset

Forest View completed a project on our large deck, which included removal of layers and layers of paint and stain, as well as the replacement for some of the boards.

Dan and his team worked tirelessly to remove the paint/stain. He was timely, on budget and delivered a great finished product.

Very happy with end result!

Tara T. – Moore Park

Deck Stain Removal

I found Dan and his team to be professional, proficient and polite. They did an excellent job staining the wood on the back of my four story home as well as third story deck, which was a tricky and somewhat dangerous task.

Not only did Dan stay on budget and complete the job within the estimated time frame, the end result exceeded my expectations. I was thrilled with the work and would not hesitate to use Forestview Staining again.

Pam H. – St. Clair & Mt.Pleasant

Wood Replacement and Staining

We hired Dan and his team from Forest View Staining to stain our new deck last summer.

They were friendly, thorough and very efficient. I really appreciated that Dan first asked what I wanted the deck to look like before he made any recommendations.

Highly recommend them.

Otti L. – Bloor West Village

Cedar Wood Protection

"Hi Dan,

Thank you again for the excellent work you and your team did on our decks and pergolas. You were very helpful with our stain selection and completed the job promptly and with very minimal disruption or mess.

You have a very professional team and it was a pleasure to meet you all. We would highly recommend your services and will be in touch when another project arises.

All the best, C & L "

Chris and Lisa – Yonge and York Mills

Carpentry and Refinishing

We had the Forest View team take on a small refinishing and staining project that required precision, skill and attention to detail. We were fully satisfied with the quality of the work, and the efficient way they went about things. Clean-up was all taken care of without a hitch and the team was easy to work with.

We don't hesitate to recommend them, and we'll be in touch with them again when we need this type of help.

Michael P. – Bloor West

Entrance and Garage Door Refinishing

Forest View’s work is of the highest quality and its services levels are outstanding. Dan Schwade takes a personal interest in even the smallest job, and he will keep your job in view and mind until it is finished to your satisfaction. If he disagrees with your plans, he has a good reason and articulates it clearly. I would not hesitate to recommend Forest View to anyone.

Nelson S. – Lawrence & Don Mills

Repairs to Deck Structure

Dan and his team were referred by our neighbour to help us repair/rebuild our back deck.

They carefully inspected the scope of work and determined that rebuilding the entire deck was not necessary. All the supporting structure was removed and replaced with proper footings. I was very pleased with the cleanliness of the property throughout the project.

Dan has a very straight forward approach to his work and I would definitely recommend him.

Zeib J. – Lawrence & Don Mills

Repairs to Deck Structure

I hired Dan and his team to sand and clean my cedar deck and the cedar wood finishing on the back of my house. I live facing a ravine and the back of the house had become filthy due to dirt coming off the trees when it rained.

Dan and his team showed up on time, and exceeded our expectations with the work they completed. The deck and back of the house looked like new after they were done, and Dan kept me up to date with any issues that were arising, and always gave great advice even if it meant I’d be spending less money on certain services.

Dan and his team are honest, hard working and meticulous and they blew us away with the work they did. I will continue to use them for cleaning and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

Mike M. – Leslieville

Deck and Siding Restoration

We highly recommend Forest View Staining for deck repair and maintenance. The quality of the work done our deck was excellent and it was done exactly in accordance with the promised timing and cost. More importantly, we were well advised by Forest View.

We have a large, expensive, fairly new cedar deck that had seriously deteriorated due to faulty construction by another contractor. We were at a loss as to how to deal with it. We were considering demolishing it and starting over with a new, properly-built deck. Forest View gave us practical and expert options. It was clear to us that the advice was truly in our interests, not designed to generate money for Forest View. We decided to hire Forest View to do the challenging construction work (underpinning) plus finishing of the entire surface, to rehabilitate the deck. We avoided spending thousands of dollars on a brand new deck.

We were delighted with the result and the cost of Forest View’s work.

Mary P. – Bloor West

Deck Repairs and Cleaning

I've hired Forest View staining for many of my projects; stripping and staining my deck, restoring my exterior wood doors and staining them. Dan and his team are excellent at what they do. They are specialists in their field and take great care and attention with every step. Dan is terrific and walking through the various options of finish and stain and I always feel like I'm making the right choice with his guidance. And unlike a lot of contractors Dan and his team close up a job with everything clean and put back properly.

The only negative thing I have to say is how unfortunate it is that they no longer do interiors…. I used to hire them for my interior painting and they were the best at that too!

Judy and Brian – North Toronto

Deck and Exterior Door Refinishing

I had the pleasure last year of having Dan’s team replace my fence. The team showed up every day on time and completed the work when promised and on budget. Every night, the work site was cleaned up. When we had some difficulty with a neighbour, Dan and his team dealt with it professionally and collaboratively. We now have a beautiful fence and every day when I look at it, it reminds me of the trouble free experience we had with Dan and his team. They truly exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend them if you are seriously considering having a quality fence at a fair price installed.

Brian – West Toronto

Fence Rebuild

Dan, you and your team did a fantastic job on our deck refinishing. We were very pleased with our experience, the quality of the work and attention to details. Any concerns or questions we had was carefully explained and we felt comfortable throughout the project. A year later, I am very pleased with the results of our restoration as I look out our backyard.

Anthony C. – Bayview and Sheppard

Cedar Deck Refinishing

I bought my house in 2009 and hired Dan a year or two later to sand and stain the deck. I'd found him via a Google search, and came to find out that he had just worked on my next door neighbor's deck the previous week and so he thought the neighbor had referred him! Turns out Dan does deck work for neighbors up and down my street, and for good reason - he's the best at what he does.

He and his team did a very professional job that first time, he gave me a variety of options and was sure to quote me on all costs up front so that there would be no surprises. He even installed supports under each step when he recognized a potential hazard there, I believe at minimal or no additional cost. I've since hired him every other year to stain the deck and will continue to do so, he's a good guy, I trust him and he's very knowledgeable and experienced. I'd recommend him to anyone.

James V. – Yonge and Eglinton

Deck Refinishing and Repairs

Fantastic Dan!

Quite unbelievable actually. Deborah and I are so delighted. We have your vision and experience to thank. Please extend our appreciation to your team for their skilled contribution and care they took with our "jungle".

Greg and Deb Q. – Bloor West

Rebuilt Deck

We're thrilled with the work you and your team did to spruce up our porch - everyone was great to work with and the results make us smile every time we come back to the house. The clean-up and new paint on the deck make everything look fresher, and we really love the beautiful wooden ceiling and new porch light you installed.

Sarah V. – Beaches

Front Porch Overhaul

After only five years, our backyard deck was looking faded and had algae on many areas. I was looking for a company to restore it to its former beauty. We have been very happy with the work Forestview Staining did in restoring our deck. Dan and his crew did a great job cleaning and sanding the deck to regain the wood’s natural beauty. It looked like a new deck once they were done.

Choosing a stain was the hardest part since a darker stain might last longer, but a lighter stain would allow more of the wood’s natural beauty to come through. In the end, I compromised and chose a stain that was in between the lighter one and the darker one. Dan also made a few small improvements to fasten the deck to its posts more securely. All of the work done by Dan and his crew was efficient and smooth.

Although the cost of the work to restore our deck was a little higher than I expected, the work done was exceptional and I would not hesitate to use Forestview Staining in the future. As always, you get what you pay for.

Teddy L. – North York

Deck Repairs and Refinishing

We were very pleased with the workmanship and professionalism of Forest View Staining. They worked patiently with us to find the exact colour stain that we wanted for our new deck. Great care was applied in priming and staining the wood. Their friendly crew was fast, efficient, and neat. It was a pleasure working with Dan and his team. One year later, our deck looks as good as new. We would highly recommend Forest View Staining.

Allona S. – Yonge and Eglinton

Brand New Cedar Deck

I had a small job of repairing a few cedar deck boards in my yard and Forest View Staining was quick to respond to my call and offer a look. A quotation quickly followed and the job completed soon after. Since I have no access to my yard,materials had to be transported through the house.

This was done efficiently and without any mess whatsoever. I was very satisfied with their work and highly recommend their services.

Cheryl M. – Yorkville

Deck Repairs and Cleaning

We couldn’t be more pleased with the finished product. What we thought was going to be a return to a neutral look turned into a beautiful fence, full of depth and just a pleasure to look at. The neighbors came over to thank us for instigating the project and how they can’t believe how good it looks. They also were (as Jill and I were) impressed by the sheer amount and quality of work you and your crew did.

Thanks so much, Dan.

Joel and Jill – East York

Fence Refinishing

For anyone interested, we would like to provide an overview of our impression of Dan relative to the work he has completed for us.

Early last summer, without previously knowing Dan, other than through references and a few meetings, we engaged him to repair and upgrade our back deck. Dan came across as very knowledgeable and professional and we had a good feeling from the start. Dan was very respectful of the schedule, meeting times, and budgets. By the time he was about half finished, we engaged him to do another, larger project (completely replace front porch) that we had been thinking about for some time, a tribute to how impressed we were with Dan’s work.

Quality was enhanced by the use of screws versus nails, sanding areas that many would overlook, and replacing boards with minor splits. From the quality of the materials used to the craftsmanship that was evident in both projects, we were very pleased with the outcome.

All of the above is evident in the finished products, which survived their first winter without mishap, even of a minimal nature. We highly recommend Dan.

Melinda and David – Yonge and Eglinton

Deck Rebuild and Staining

"We hired Dan and Forestview to rebuild (and then stain) an existing deck which had some rotting boards. Even though the design was already fixed, since this was a rebuild, Dan was able to make some practical suggestions to improve the build of the new deck. And his team failthfully reconstructed the original design without any problem.

Dan and his team were very courteous, prompt and kept the job site clean and safe at all times. It was a pleasure to deal with Dan and Forestview and I would have no hesistation in recommending them for deck reconstruction jobs.

And, the new deck looks beautiful!"

John M. – Bloor West Village

Deck Repairs, Rebuild and Staining

Dan,
Thank you very much for the great work you did on our deck. As it had never been finished and we'd ignored it for a few years, it had become quite a mess, giving our kids splinters regularly.

Your measured approach to explaining to us what could be done in cleaning, sanding and staining reassured us. Before you made recommendations to us, you asked questions to understand how much and for what purposes we used our deck and you were then able to recommend options that would require less maintenance, which was one of our goals.

We appreciated the options on colours that you shared with us and you have a great eye for colour schemes that are beyond the obvious but look fantastic. I am so glad we selected one of the colour options you gave us. We love the colours and have received many compliments.

Your professionalism and customer service are both top notch. You arrived each time you said you would, followed up on every commitment, delivered a quality product, stayed true to your original quote, and didn't oversell us on items that we didn't need, even when we asked about them.

Recognizing it would be a bit of an inconvenience for our neighbours for a few days, I was extremely impressed when they commented to me how they had enjoyed hearing you and your team laughing and using respectful and professional language as you got your work done.

Thanks again for the great work!

Tracey M. – High Park

Deck and Fence Repairs with Staining

We're very impressed with the start to finish approach and personal service that Dan and the people of Forest View Staining gave to us. Dan really understood our wants to protect a 20+yr old deck as well as the fence surrounding our backyard. He proved he knows what staining/painting decks and fences is about and made excellent recommendations for what to do (and just as important - what not to do) regarding preserving the look and integrity of the wood.

His group was on time, kept us informed of all progress (including rain delays) and took into account our kids, dog and crazy schedule to ensure the work was done when we needed it. They handled no less than 5 neighbours regarding the fence staining to ensure everyone was ok with what they were doing, took special care of our garden to avoid damage while cleaning/staining the fence and were always there with a hi and were ok with a chat on progress. Properly and fully cleaned, sanded, and ensured all screws were properly countersunk; matched the previous deck stain exactly (not a simple colour I might add), and didn't miss any spots.

Their work is top notch and has resisted our dog's continued attempts to grind the stairs down again and the year's abuse. Funny, even with all that, they price competitively too - as I checked it out. We'd highly recommend their work and will definitely have them back when needed ...which unfortunately for them, might be a while ;) Great work guys.

Jason S. – High Park (2008 - 2012)

Deck and Fence Refinishing

We live in an older home in downtown Toronto. During the summer of 2012 we undertook extensive repairs of three wooden decks. The work involved the removal of a tree from the centre of one deck, reconstruction, sanding and staining of the decks and railings. One of the decks is constructed of ipe (Brazilian hardwood). In addition work was performed on other wooden structures in the front of the house.

We were extremely pleased with the work performed by Forest View Staining. Dan Schwade, project coordinator, was personally involved in every stage of the project from planning to completion and was sincerely concerned that the work was high quality and to our satisfaction. The workers were skilled, concerned about the surrounding environment and respectful of our neighbours.

We plan to do additional work this summer and will again use Forest View. I have no hesitation in recommending this company.

Robert W. M.D. F.R.C.P.(C), Ingrid C. – Leslieville

Deck Repairs, Staining, House Painting

Forest View Deck Staining repaired an older large cedar deck at my home in the fall of 2012. Dan is extremely knowledgeable and gave excellent advice regarding the required repairs. I found all aspects of their work professional, from prompt appointments, accurate estimates of costs, scheduling and completion of work in a timely manner. Best of all, the completed work is of highest quality.

I would give Forest View Deck Staining my highest recommendation – excellent!

Susan P. – East York

Cedar Deck Repairs

We used Forest View Staining to restore the “new cedar” look of our not-so-old deck and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results. Dan was friendly, thorough in his explanation of our options, and patient enough to endure my many questions. He kept us informed of the timing of the project and dropped by several times to make sure things were running smoothly. The end product was a beautiful, new-looking deck that and still looks just as good after sitting under snow all winter!

We will undoubtedly use Dan and his team for our future deck maintenance, and we have and will recommend his services to others looking to spruce up their decks.

Christine M. – Bayview and Eglinton

Cedar Deck Staining

We used Forest View Staining to restore the original beauty of our large cedar deck, and we couldn’t be happier. They removed the previous stain, cleaned and sanded the wood, and applied an enviro stain to our colour specifications. We were impressed by their attention to detail, professionalism, efficiency and cleanliness.

Without a doubt, their work exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend them for any job involving restoration of wooden decks, fences, etc.

Jaime H. – Bayview and Lawrence

Deck Refinishing

I'd like to thank Dan & his crew for the work they did last spring. Everything was done to perfection, and no complaints from us or our neighbours (great job of covering up things). They stained my deck in the backyard, painted the fence which goes completely around my property (have a ravine lot) and painted the garage.

Delightful to work with, and very pleased with the results. Hopefully won't need them in some time, but next when I do, will call Forest View Staining!

Liisa Y. – Etobicoke

Deck and Fence Staining, Garage Painting

Dan did an excellent job at refinishing our back stairs which cover a wide area at the rear of our house. He removed all the old finish and sanded the wood so as to stain it again. He then put a finish on to preserve them for several more years. They were not in good shape when he took on the job. He was punctual and his workers were all excellent. Dan did a lot of the work himself and personally was there to OK the finished job. He was held up last year due to the wet weather but communicated with us as to why he wasn't working. He wanted to make sure the steps were dry enough before the next coat went on. I can highly recommend Forest View Staining.

Shannon G. – Rosedale

Deck Refinishing

Dan:
Just a note to say thank you for the excellent job you and your team did fixing and refinishing our backyard deck and cabana. You were always reliable and the job was done in a timely and efficient manner taking care to protect my plants.

Even when I added small jobs to the list you were very accommodating. Our deck still looks great after surviving the winter.

I would highly recommend Forest View Staining.

Judy M. – Bayview and Lawrence

Deck and Cabana Refinishing, Fence Repairs

My experience with Dan and his team was excellent!!! I was really impressed with his punctuality, professionalism, honest opinions, and most importantly i felt that one member of my family was taking care of my most valuable asset; my home. They exceed my expectations! The sanding and stain of my deck turned out very well. They even did small things that were not considered in the job.

I can say that finally i loved my deck! I would recommend Dan to everyone!

Nadia H. – North York

Deck Refinishing

Thanks for a job well done. On time just like you said. Thanks again.

Steve L. – North York

Deck, Fence Repairs and Staining

Dan and his team were friendly, helpful with a great knowledge of all their products. They turned my old tired looking deck in a fresh newer version in a few days. I was very happy with the results.

Daniel M. – Yonge and Eglinton

Deck Refinishing

I've worked with Dan a number of times and have always found him prompt, reliable and professional. He does an excellent job and has always come in on budget. I've recommended him to numerous family and friends and he has never failed to impress.

Amy M. – Etobicoke (2002 - 2012)

Exterior/Interior House Painting, Deck Repairs and Staining

It has been our pleasure to work with Dan and his team for many years. They have done a wonderful job in looking after our deck. They have cleaned it, repaired it where required and stained it. The work has been meticulous and the end product excellent.   Dan is very knowledgeable, his pricing is fair and he is the most honest and decent person in this field that we have had the pleasure of dealing with. If work is not required he will tell you. He came back once to add an extra coat on a small area that he had repaired and refused payment.   We recommend him without reservation and will definitely use him to do future work for us.

Lawrie and Michelle A. – York Mills/Leslie  (2007 - 2012)

Deck Repairs and Staining

We contracted Dan and his team from Forest View Staining to spruce up our new house. They repainted, repaired and re-stained our entire house including the exterior top to bottom, original wooden frame leaded glass windows, trim, and fence. We could not be happier...   Dans team was knowledgeable, professional, polite, and they did a great job. We have since referred them to several of our friends who have all gratefully expressed similar experiences. I would not hesitate to refer them to my friends and family.

David B. – St.Clair/Bathurst (2007 - 2012)

Exterior House Painting, Fence Repairs and Staining

I was trying to find someone to strip the ugly “orange” stain from my cedar shed and restore it to a “natural” look. Thankfully I met Dan from Forest View Staining!! He was knowledgeable, honest, professional, and patient when addressing my many concerns and questions (even AFTER the job was completed and he was paid!). Most importantly, he was able to do what other companies told me was either not possible, or not affordable!   I have used Dan over the years for other staining projects and am completely satisfied with the quality and cost of his services. Forest View will forever be my “go-to” company for all my backyard staining and cleaning needs!

Arlene B. - Forest Hill (2008 - 2012)

Backyard Shed, Teak Furniture

Forest View Staining has maintained our backyard deck for several years now. This is an extremely well run company with the highest standards in workmanship and service.   There are few other trades that I have experienced who complete their work with effeciency, competence and pride. I would not hesitate to recommend Forest View Staining to anyone interested in a job well done.

Susan C. - Lawrence/Bayview (2005 - 2012)

Refinished Deck

We have now gone through the winter months and although the winter has been mild with limited snow the back yard did see its’ fair share of the elements. As expected it still looks amazing.   The knowledge, tutelage and guidance you provided to us in terms of product and realistic expectations were both honest and refreshing. In addition, the time you and your team took to do the job thoroughly and properly (not rushing and not working on the days where the application would not end up being effective) underscores the professionalism and care you take not only with the products but also with your customers.   Your attention to detail was dramatic and meant nothing was overlooked and no short cuts taken. For us this was exhilarating and appreciated, particularly give the breadth of the job and the intricacies of the design.   We could not be happier with the job done and when it comes time to either renew the existing, fence, deck, and pergola or have new components stained, Forest View being true specialists and the ultimate professionals in the field will be the only company we will consider for the job.

John and Claire G. - East York

Deck, Fence, Pergola, Shed, Cedar Shingles on House

Dan,
Thank you for the excellent work that you did to bring my deck back from the ugly state it was in as a result of an incompetent deck stain company. A prior deck stain and repair “expert” had refinished my deck the year before and it began to show problem areas only a few months later. The owner had promised on numerous occasions to return and fix this issue, but he never did. Your company was highly recommended to me by a relative and you sure lived up to claims of wonderful work and exceptional customer service.   After our initial meeting, I knew that you understood exactly what I was hoping to accomplish with my deck. You even pointed out many rotting stair risers and pickets which needed replacing. How wonderful to have a stain refinisher that also repairs these problem areas.   The work was completed as outlined and you returned to touch-up a small area of stain that was overlooked in a timely manner. I was impressed!   I look forward to your company taking care of the needs of my deck for many years to come.

Gloria B. - Forest Hill

Rebuilt Deck Staircase, Removed Peeling Stain, Refinished Deck

Last fall, I had Forest View Staining clean, prep and stain a large deck in my back yard. The experience was great from start to finish. Sadly, this seems to be rare these days when it comes to having work done. Dan was an absolute pleasure to work with. He promptly returned my call, and offered to come out to look at the deck to give me some advice and an accurate quote. His experience was evident from the time he spent advising us on the correct process and materials to achieve the optimal result. He was on-time, friendly and incredibly informative.   We decided to go with Forest View and we are very glad we did. The deck was done on time and on budget as promised. The work was excellent and the crew left the no evidence of them being there other than a perfectly stained deck. I would have been willing to pay a little more to have such a positive experience but I did get three quotes on the deck and Forest View was in line with the other two.   I would gladly and confidently recommend Forest View Staining to anyone looking to have staining done.

Harvey C. - Beaches

Refinished Deck

We have dealt with Forestview Staining on two occasions over the past 6 years to have our deck refinished, carpentry repairs and refurbishing done. At all times I have found Dan and his team to be exceptionally dependable, hard-working, courteous, honest and fair.   I can confidently recommend Forestview Staining as a solid and reliable service, and I would not hesitate to use their services again whenever needed.

Paula G. - Lawrence/Avenue Rd. (2006 - 2011)

Refinished Deck

Our experience with Dan and his crew was impeccable. We had our brand new backyard deck stained for the first time just a few years ago, and were quite nervous about it. We ended up selecting with one of the environmentally friendly stains that Dan offered and the results were beautiful. Dan has been back since his first visit and I know that we will use his services again in future as our deck continues to look fantastic with his help.

Ronan and Caroline P. - East York (2008 - 2011)

Deck and Fence Refinishing

Forest View Staining re-stained my large cedar deck a couple of years ago and I'm very happy with the results.   They arrived on time as promised, painstakingly prepared the surfaces, did an excellent staining job and cleaned everything up. The deck is perfect.   Very impressive!

David M. - Eglinton/Avenue Rd. (2008 - 2011)

Backyard Deck, Shed, Exterior Window Frames

Dan and his team stripped, sanded and repainted a very tired looking pergola which is largely featured in our backyard patio. Before the job started, it was evident to us that Dan is very knowledgable about refinishing products and processes. He also provided design advice and recommended a two-tone finish which dramatically changed and updated the look of our pergola.   Dan and his team took the time to thoroughly protect surfaces and furniture in the backyard from what is otherwise a messy job. They completed the job quickly and professionally and I would not hesitate to use them again or recommend them. The project was completed in May 2010 and the pergola continues to look great!

Angie L. - Woodbridge

Refinished Pergola

When we wanted to get our deck redone, I called multiple suppliers and had a hard time getting a return call from any of them. My call to Forest View was returned quickly and Dan came out to inspect the site himself. He spent a great deal of time educating me on the proper procedure to stain outdoor wood and the options. He was not the least expensive provider but I felt more comfortable with him and felt he would do a better job.   Our deck is fairly large and has multiple levels with many stairs and railings. The work was done very professional and very quickly. They were able to match the stain of our deck to the synthetic wood of the hot tub which made it look great. There were a few thing about the job that I was not happy about and Dan and his team made them right without any questions or discussion. Also, at time of writing, the deck has been through 2 seasons and still looks great.

Brad H. - York Mills/Yonge St.

Refinished Deck

You guys did great work so thank you first of all for that. You were especially terrific at managing our expectations and letting us know what was happening or not happening and we really appreciate your stellar level of service.

Gala C. - High Park

Cedar Wood Siding on House, Backyard and Penthouse Deck, Balconies

"...I honestly didn't think that our deck would turn out this good."

Don W. - Bloor West Village

Refinished Backyard Deck