Wallpaper was extremely popular in the 1920’s, then again from the 1960’s to the 1980’s. In the mid 1980’s the demand for wallpaper really dwindled. Today there are still many homes with this vintage wallpaper that people no longer want. We get many calls asking, is painting over wallpaper an option? Our answer is; Yes … Read More »
COMMON HOA REQUIREMENTS FOR PAINTING
HOA’s were created to promote harmony within a community and maintain property values. They are typically charged with mitigating conflicts over property use and appearance. In an HOA controlled neighborhood you will not find pink houses with zebra stripes, or junk cars sitting around. There are even common HOA requirements for painting. In Colorado you … Read More »
BEST WEATHER FOR EXTERIOR PAINTING
Many times we are asked “What are the best weather conditions for exterior painting”? Our answers probably won’t be surprising but some of the explanations may be helpful. Weather plays an important role in exterior painting. It’s a good idea to pay attention to the weather when using any kind of exterior paint. However, we … Read More »
PRESSURE WASHING BEFORE PAINTING
There is a lot of confusion regarding pressure washing vs power washing. You can also find many questions regarding pressure washing before painting. Understanding the differences and the reasons are important in both instances. Differences Between Pressure and Power Washing While power washing and pressure washing are often used interchangeably, they actually have different meanings. … Read More »
BEST WAY TO MIX PAINT AT HOME
Mixing paint well before using it is important. Especially if you’re using a high performance paint like acrylic latex. Latex paint is a high viscosity liquid and will require a great deal of mixing before use. We are asked many times as professional painters about the best way to mix paint at home. The best … Read More »
