As longtime Northern Virginia painters, we know that maintaining painted walls and surfaces in a home can be challenging. With some preventive measures and regular care, you can keep them looking fresh and clean. Here are our five tips to help homeowners keep their painted...
Painting is more than just getting out a paintbrush and dipping it into some paint. Different surfaces require specific techniques to achieve a professional finish, and proper surface preparation is also vital to achieving a lasting professional look. Here is how to paint different surfaces: Walls Preparation: ...
Several factors can influence the cost of painting. We evaluate each project individually to provide the client with an accurate estimate. No two projects are the same. While each project is different, the factors that can affect it are pretty standard, and we list them below....
Let's talk about pets and painting! We don't mean paintings of your beloved pet, but their role during a painting project in your home. This is important because many of our clients are pet owners. However, pets roaming around during a project can pose safety...
Repainting a home or office is essential for many reasons. We highlight seven vital reasons here because any delay in repainting risks damage to the underlying material and the interior of the home or office. Here's what you need to know about the importance of repainting: 1....
We recently featured a project profile where we transformed a home's family room with beautiful trim molding, adding architectural interest and detail. Adding trim molding is a high-impact way to enhance (or create) your home's beauty. It adds aesthetic appeal and can serve practical purposes,...
We recently enhanced the aesthetic appeal of this home in Aldie, Virginia, by strategically installing trim molding in the large family room. This simple yet effective design element instantly added character and charm, creating a polished and finished look. The beauty of trim molding lies...
A good contractor can help you achieve the aesthetic appeal you want. More importantly, they also help protect your home by ensuring the paint layer protects the underlying material, such as sheetrock or wood. To ensure you hire the right contractor, here are ten vital...
Spring is here! Daytime temperatures are warming up quickly—finally. April and May are great months to tackle some simple tasks around your home before the summer heat arrives. (That includes exterior painting, by the way!) Here is our list of spring to-dos. 1) Inspect the Exterior Inspect...
What should you do with old paint cans? In most communities, just tossing them into the garbage isn't an option. There are rules regarding the safe (and environmentally friendly) disposal of paint cans. We recommend checking with your local community or county's requirements. However, here are a...
