Do you find mold growing on just one side of your Virginia home's exterior? That's not unusual. Whatever type of siding you have, it's not uncommon to find mold mainly growing on one side, usually the north-facing wall.
June 6, 2022
Do you find mold growing on just one side of your Virginia home's exterior? That's not unusual. Whatever type of siding you have, it's not uncommon to find mold mainly growing on one side, usually the north-facing wall.
June 6, 2022On a quiet, leafy street in the heart of Herndon, Virginia, we had the privilege of working on a historic house.
May 2, 2022Spring is here - for the most part! We still have some evening chills, but daytime highs are creeping up quickly.
April 22, 2022When we come to assess your painting needs, it's extremely important to have the decision-maker (or makers) present.
April 14, 2022As an experienced painting contractor, we will always recommend using the best quality paint possible for the job.
April 5, 2022If you haven't restained your deck in two to three years, it's probably time! Here in Northern Virginia, it's necessary to restain your deck every few years because they are exposed to the weather elements.
March 28, 2022So your Virginia home needs some exterior painting, and you're ready to grab a paintbrush and do it yourself?
March 17, 2022Waiting too long to repaint your Virginia home's exterior can cause expensive damage to your house. Exterior paint is an essential layer of protection against weather elements.
March 8, 2022Supply chain disruptions are everywhere, not just in Sterling, Virginia. Unfortunately, that also means the national paint industry isn't immune.
February 18, 2022Paint and stain can be similar and do similar things but aren't the same. Confused? As experienced painting contractors just outside of DC, we're happy to explain the differences - and similarities - between paint and stain.
December 7, 2021One of the most critical steps to exterior painting is preparation. For exterior paint to adhere correctly - and last longer - pressure washing is crucial in the process.
October 12, 2021Summer days are fading, and so is your home's exterior paintwork. So when should you schedule an appointment?
September 23, 2021If your Northern Virginia home's curb appeal is looking a bit dull or dated, there are a few things that can add value and boost its curb appeal.
September 17, 2021We touched history this summer! This past June, we painted some exterior areas of Robert E. Lee's childhood home in Old Town Alexandria.
August 31, 2021We're sometimes asked if we can apply just a single coat of paint to an exterior when we're doing a project.
August 12, 2021Residential painters know how much color can affect perception, including your home's interior and exterior paint colors.
August 4, 2021Many houses in our area have lovely wrought iron railings or details. As beautiful as iron details can be, it does develop rust over time.
July 27, 2021In the last five or so years, we've painted many whites, grays, and cool blues and greens on the walls of Northern Virginia homes.
July 19, 2021Online reviews are important for small businesses for several reasons. Those leaving the reviews might feel like they have nothing to lose (or gain).
June 29, 2021We've written about lead paint before, but it's such an important subject, one with health ramifications, that we like to touch upon it regularly.
June 11, 2021A service we provide as painting contractors is wood deck staining. These before and after pictures speak for themselves - staining wood can completely transform the look of wood.
June 3, 2021You don't need to look at the calendar to know it's pollen season. If you typically suffer from allergies, your body has already alerted you that it's allergy season!
April 13, 2021Do you love your home but are ready for a new exterior look? Repainting your home's exterior and adding new accent features or colors can transform its look.
March 18, 2021Whether you are interested in another contractor or us, we want to offer you some tips as a Northern Virginia painter.
February 5, 2021Northern Virginia winters are a good time to have us repaint your home's interiors. We might even be able to do exterior painting.
January 21, 2021The highly-regarded Pantone Color Institute has selected a sunny yellow called Illuminating (PANTONE 13-0647) as one of its two "Color of the Year 2021".
December 18, 2020We 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 painter, we use three ways to apply paint: brush, paint roller, or paint sprayer.
October 22, 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, 2020
