We hear this question pretty regularly from potential clients. Many of them work full-time and would need to make arrangements to say home.
December 1, 2020
We hear this question pretty regularly from potential clients. Many of them work full-time and would need to make arrangements to say home.
December 1, 2020You should know several things about professional estimates for a painting project, including the best way to obtain, evaluate, and compare estimates.
November 23, 2020As a Northern Virginia paint contractor, we get a fair number of inquiries about repainting kitchen cabinets.
November 16, 2020Of all our painting projects here in Northern Virginia, our annual Paint It Forward project is the most rewarding.
November 6, 2020In a world of bland, why not go bold? The design world is starting to see hints of bold colors inserted into the gray and white palettes that have been so popular.
October 29, 2020As a Northern Virginia painter, we use three ways to apply paint: brush, paint roller, or paint sprayer.
October 22, 2020Ancient decorative painting: The history of decoratively painting human dwellings is ancient, dating back to our ancient ancestors.
October 13, 2020A freshly painted room can be beautiful, but the odor from fresh paint can be unhealthy. Most paint brands today contain volatile organic compounds (VOC).
October 5, 2020Every so often, we need to revive wood trim by removing several layers of old paint. When you paint and repaint enough times, a trim's original appearance begins to lose its details and contours, detracting from its original beauty and craftsmanship.
September 29, 2020Price matching is a topic that comes up occasionally. Do we match a competitor's estimate? It's typically a potential client asking, but it also comes up once in a while from a past client.
September 16, 2020Did you know there are a few things you can do to help save you money the next time you hire a professional painter?
September 8, 2020Structures built before 1978 could contain lead-based paint. Any paint flakes, chips, or dust can contain lead and post a serious health hazard.
August 31, 2020As a small business, we have to set ourselves apart from our competitors. We do it to be long-term sustainable in the industry, and we do it for our customers.
August 24, 2020As you probably know, painting a room or even a single wall in your home is a project that can have a major impact on any space.
August 19, 2020As we spend more time outdoors in warmer weather, you might wonder if it's time to restate your wood deck.
August 12, 2020Have you ever inspected your home's window shutters? If you have, when was the last time? Window shutters, like your home's exterior, should be checked annually.
August 4, 2020Our kitchens are the workhorses of our homes. Of all the rooms we spend time in, it probably takes the most abuse from everyday use.
July 28, 2020Should you paint your walls first or install new flooring first? This is a relatively common question, whether you're building a new home or only installing new floors.
July 20, 2020Self-priming paints (primer and paint in one product) sounds like a tempting product. They are supposed to reduce the need to use both a paint and a primer as separate products, supposedly saving you time.
July 10, 2020It isn't often that we get to contribute to a wedding through our work - even if it's in a roundabout way!
July 2, 2020Occasionally, a potential client will question the price we've provided in an estimate. We understand that they might have questions, and we are always happy to discuss pricing with them.
June 25, 2020You'd be surprised what we sometimes find underneath wallpaper. It can hide a lot of problems that aren't obvious until either the wallpaper is removed or the issue rises to the surface.
June 16, 2020Something we find all too often as a painter in Northern Virginia is wood rot. It's also something we would hope not find.
June 8, 2020You don't have to hand wash or scrub your outdoor surfaces. That's why pressure washers were invented!
May 29, 2020Weather matters when it comes to exterior painting in the Northern Virginia area. We often talk about the seasons and how they relate to our work because we have chilly, snowy winters and hot, humid summers.
May 21, 2020Are you worried about paying too much for paint services? I think most people would be, as no one wants to over-pay for something.
May 12, 2020It's that time of year when homeowners head back outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather. It's also when they're surprised to see that their deck stain isn't looking so great.
May 4, 2020If you'd like your home to express your personality, you can do it with your front door! It's the heart of your home's curb appeal and an excellent spot to make a public statement.
April 27, 2020As tempting as it might be to turn painting in your home into a DIY project, there are some things you should consider first.
April 16, 2020One of the first questions clients will ask us is, "How long will it take?" It's reasonable to wonder how long painters will be at your home.
March 27, 2020
