Jonathan residence, solid colour stain & beam restoration, Garibaldi Highlands Squamish BC by Colour Craft Painting

Exterior PaintingGaribaldi Highlands, Squamish, BC, Canada

Glacier View Dr, Solid Stain & Beam Restoration

Garibaldi Highlands, Squamish BC

The Transformation

Before & After

After: Restored timber beams with dark Helmsman Spar Urethane coating

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$17,000–$25,000

Project Value

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2 Weeks

Duration

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Garibaldi Highlands

Location

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2-Year

Warranty

Project Description

The Project

This 5,000 sq ft mountain home on Glacier View Drive in Garibaldi Highlands is one of the most technically demanding projects we have completed in the Sea-to-Sky corridor. The home features extensive exposed timber beams and posts throughout the exterior, all of which had weathered significantly and required a full sand-back-to-bare-wood before any coating could be applied.

The siding was a colour-match restain using Benjamin Moore Woodluxe Water-Based Solid Colour Stain, a premium exterior stain chosen for its exceptional durability on wood siding in Squamish’s wet coastal climate. The existing colour was matched precisely to maintain the home’s original aesthetic while restoring full protection.

The beams and posts presented the greatest challenge. Every beam was hand-sanded back to bare wood to remove all failing finish, then recoated with Minwax Water-Based Helmsman Indoor/Outdoor Spar Urethane, a product specifically designed for exterior wood exposed to sun, rain, and temperature swings. The access challenges on a 5,000 sq ft multi-level home required careful rigging and ladder work throughout the two-week project.

Two weeks. Dozens of difficult access points. The result: a mountain home that looks brand new and is fully protected for years to come.

Scope of Work

What Was Completed

Cedar Siding, Solid Colour Stain

Exposed Timber Beams

Timber Posts

Difficult Access Areas

2-Year Workmanship Warranty

Paints & Products Used

Products Used

Benjamin Moore Woodluxe Water-Based Exterior Stain Sealer, Solid ↗· Cedar Siding

Premium water-based solid colour stain for exterior wood siding. Exceptional durability, UV resistance, and colour retention in wet coastal climates. Used for the colour-match restain on all siding surfaces.

Minwax Water-Based Helmsman Indoor/Outdoor Spar Urethane ↗· Exposed Timber Beams & Posts

Specifically formulated for exterior wood exposed to sun, rain, and temperature swings. Flexible formula expands and contracts with the wood to resist cracking and peeling. Applied to all sanded beams and posts after full strip-back.

Before Photos

Before

Before: Cedar shingles with ladder, showing extent of weathering, Garibaldi Highlands

Before: Colour Craft crew on ladders beginning the restoration project, Garibaldi Highlands

Before: Front entry with weathered timber beams and cedar shingles, Garibaldi Highlands

After Photos

After

After: Close-up of restored timber beams with Helmsman Spar Urethane, Garibaldi Highlands

After: Front of home with restored beams and fresh solid stain, Garibaldi Highlands

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Squamish's wet climate affect exterior paint?+

Squamish receives over 2,000mm of rainfall annually, one of the highest in BC. This means exterior paint must be applied to properly prepared, dry surfaces and must be a premium product with excellent moisture resistance. We use Sherwin-Williams Duration and SuperPaint lines specifically because of their advanced moisture protection. Prep work is non-negotiable in Squamish: any failing paint, gaps, or exposed wood will absorb water and cause the new coating to fail within a season.

What time of year is best to paint a home exterior in Squamish?+

Late spring through early fall (May through September) is the ideal window for exterior painting in Squamish. We need temperatures above 10°C and at least 48 hours of dry weather after application. July and August offer the most reliable conditions. We do not recommend exterior painting in November through March due to the high rainfall and temperature fluctuations that prevent proper curing.

How long will exterior paint last in the Sea-to-Sky corridor?+

With premium products and proper prep, exterior paint on a Squamish or Whistler home typically lasts 7–10 years. Homes with significant sun exposure on south-facing walls, or those with cedar siding that wasn't properly primed, may need attention at 6–8 years. Our 2-year workmanship warranty covers any adhesion or application failures within the first two years.

Do you work in Whistler, Pemberton, and Brackendale as well as Squamish?+

Yes, Colour Craft Painting's Sea-to-Sky franchise covers the entire corridor from Squamish through Brackendale, Garibaldi Highlands, Britannia Beach, Whistler, and Pemberton. We regularly work on homes throughout the Sea-to-Sky region and are familiar with the specific challenges each area presents.

How do you handle difficult access on multi-storey homes in Garibaldi Highlands?+

Many homes in Garibaldi Highlands and Brackendale are built on sloped terrain with challenging ladder placements. Our crew is trained and equipped for difficult access situations. We use 40-foot extension ladders, pump jacks, and where required, boom lifts. We assess every access challenge during the estimate and price accordingly so there are no surprises on the job.