Hiring Professional Painters vs. DIY
Wondering whether or not you should hire professional painting contractors or thinking you can save some money and do it yourself? Being in the painting business we have seen many homeowners attempt projects that went sideways. Most homeowners can do some basic...
Pro Tips: Painting Cement Walls in Basements
Did you know interior painting was among the top home service projects last year? Whether painting the interior of your home by yourself or hiring interior painters, it’s a worthwhile investment that will not only make you enjoy your home more but likely increase its...
Oil Based Paint vs Water Based: Which is Best?
We often get asked what type of paint is best to use for interior painting oil based paint vs water based paint. We have oil-based products which were much more popular many years ago and we have water-based or acrylic paints. Water and oil are the types of liquid...
How to Clean Walls with Flat Paint
Every homeowner has different needs when it comes to interior painting. Some people have small children and pets that rub against the walls every day. Others almost never touch their walls and really can get away with a fully flat paint sheen no problem. As...
A Professional’s Guide to Exterior Paint
Exterior painting is something most homeowners will need to deal with every few years. Most homeowners will need to repaint their home every 8-12 years to protect the surfaces, seal all joints, and help keep up the look of the home. Depending on the type of siding...
House Painting in the Rain: Is it Possible?
Living in the great northwest always means we have a good chance of rain most months out of the year. Rain is a necessary evil we must deal with for many reasons but not really a great thing if you are trying to paint your home. An Introduction to House Painting in...
How Much to Paint a House Interior? Breakdown by Room
So you are considering doing some interior painting to update your home and wondering how much to paint a house interior? That is a very good question and it can vary a lot depending on your home and what you would like to get painted. It also can vary based on the...
Kitchen Cabinet Painting: Options, Colors, & Cost
One of the more popular trends in updating homes has moved from replacing kitchen cabinets to painting them instead. The cost of replacing cabinets and countertops is extremely high and sometimes does not give you a return on investment when you go to sell your...
What’s Included with a Pressure Wash Service?
Pressure washing or power washing is the use of a high-pressure water spray to deep clean. Pressure washing is most commonly used to rid surfaces of mold, grime, dust, mud, and overall build-up. It can completely transform a deck, driveway, home, or sidewalk and is a...
How to Handle Wood Rot Repair
Living in Oregon we face some pretty harsh weather for any type of wood product. We build decks out of wood that is getting beat with rain and hot sun all year long. We use wood siding and trim on our homes which takes a tremendous amount of abuse. Rotten wood is...
