Spring Home Maintenance Checklist to Protect Your PNW Property
Spring in the Pacific Northwest is the ideal time to walk through your property and tackle key maintenance tasks. After months of rain, wind, and cold, small issues can quietly build up—especially on roofs, siding, and wood surfaces. A solid Spring Home Maintenance...
Is it Better to Roll or Spray Exterior Paint?
“Is it better to roll or spray exterior paint?” has been a question that we have gotten from many customers while providing exterior painting services. The answer really depends on the type of surface that is getting painted. We usually do a combination of spraying...
How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Deck?
Your deck might be looking worse for wear after months of exposure to the elements. How much does it cost to paint a deck? More importantly, how can you ensure your deck not only looks great again but stays protected for years to come? Here are simple maintenance tips...
Painting Interior Brick the Right Way
As you're probably well aware, the PNW gets a lot of rain. During the rainiest seasons, many of us spend a lot of time in our homes. In addition, many of us have had to work from home unexpectedly and for extended periods of time. With all of this in mind, it’s a...
Painting Window Trim Like a Pro: Process, Tips, & Trends
Painting exterior window trim is a fun way to make your home and your windows have some personality. The trim around your windows is usually a paintable surface such as wood or a composite material. Many homeowners choose to hire professional exterior painting...
Retail Painting Tips for Commercial Success
Painting a retail store location can quickly give a huge first impression to customers and employees. The goal of retail stores is to make it inviting so you want to go inside and check out what they offer. A fresh coat of paint not only presents a clean, professional...
Painting Over Dark Colors: Tips from the Pros
Homeowners often ask us, as Portland interior painters, how we handle painting over dark colors inside their homes. In recent years, there's been a shift toward lighter tones, particularly in interior spaces. This trend means we're often tasked with covering up the...
Best Paint Colors for Dark Rooms & Low-Light Spaces
Finding the perfect paint color for a dark room or a low-light space can be a bit of a puzzle. You want to create a warm, inviting atmosphere, but the lack of natural light often makes it tricky to know where to start. Whether you're working with a dimly lit living...
What is Low VOC Paint? Low vs Zero VOC Paint Explained
As a painting contractor for the past 30 years, we have seen our paints change over the years to help make them safer for us and the environment. The major paint companies have reformulated most of the old paints into much safer products that don’t cause as many...
Popular 2025 Exterior Paint Colors for the Pacific Northwest
Vibes and Exterior Paint Colors (Pacific Northwest) The Pacific Northwest is renowned for its lush green landscapes, coffee culture, rugged coastline, and rich, malty beers. When it comes to house painting in the PNW, including Portland and Beaverton house painting,...
