Frequently Asked Questions

Oil-based paints have been the industry standard for years. They produce an aesthetically appealing, glossy, and leveled effect that people enjoy, especially for the interiors of their homes. Problems arise, however, for oil-based paints when they need to be disposed of. Oil-based paints contain high levels of volatile organic compounds or VOCs. VOCs can cause damage to both a human’s physical health and the health of the environment, as they contribute to issues including ozone formation. For these reasons, the paint world is shifting its focus to water-based paints and continues to work…

Can you restore exterior wood doors, especially ones that get a lot of sun exposure? Absolutely we can! We sand them down, give them a new stain, and apply a high-quality finish. Our advice, if you do have a natural wood door, is to make time every few years to sand and refinish them. Natural wood is very easily damaged, especially when it gets a lot of sun exposure, so it’s essential to check its integrity regularly to keep it looking its best. We are happy to help you with any maintenance work…

There are a thousand different colored tapes on the market currently. How do you know which one to buy? Yes, there seems to be an endless amount of different colored tapes on the market right now. Some manufacturers may share a color code, however, the difference between tapes lies in the quality of their adhesive and not their actual color. The problem that we see a lot with the classic blue or beige masking tape is that it does not compare to higher sensitivity tapes made specifically for painting. Masking tape tends to…

What is the best paint on the market currently, one that you’d recommend? We like to say that the best paint is paint that stays on. In the majority of cases, the process of preparing a surface for painting is just as important, if not more important than the branding of the paint itself. It’s easy to be tempted by marketing that promises “extra-durable” or “marine” quality products when buying paint. Despite these claims, working on a clean surface that’s been properly prepped with primer and finishing your paint job with a quality…

What are the pre-painting repairs that we do? We do a lot of stucco repair. In homes, we see the majority of exterior damage in areas that are exposed to water most frequently. Most often, these areas are in close proximity to planters and patios. Because those areas are being watered and washed off more than others, the exterior paint on the home can start to break down, leaving stucco especially exposed to mold and other water damage. Repairs of that nature are common for us with various materials and have become an…

What other services do we offer in addition to painting? We also repair drywall! Family homes always have something to repair, especially as they endure endless wear and tear from children, pets, and even simple everyday use. Generally speaking, can perform repairs, installations, dry wall repair, and tear-downs in commercial and residential settings. Anything from acoustic ceiling removal in an office space to fascia board repairs on your personal home, we have you covered. If there’s something we’re not able to do, we will always refer you to a licensed professional that we…

What’s new in the painting world, where is the technology going? At this point in time, people are prioritizing longevity and scuff resistance in their paint, especially in commercial settings and areas in residential settings that endure a lot of traffic. This includes bathrooms, kitchens, and hallways. Although oil-based paints are known to be scuff resistant and durable, acrylic and water-based paints dry faster, do not release as strong of an odor, and are less expensive. For these reasons, it seems that development in paint technology is being focused on acrylic and water-based…

Do they make paint that doesn’t smell? The answer is “yes”! They make what are known as low VOC paints, where the VOC  stands for Volatile Organic Compounds. Low VOC or even no VOC paints are now available and they are really quite good. One thing to keep in mind is that they don’t quite cover as well so you might need a little bit more paint. It takes a few more coats to cover so it does get a little more expensive, but it is an option, especially in a situation where…