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PAINTING
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Exterior Paint Preparation
Pressure Washing
Pressure washing is the process in which we clean your home prior to any actual preparation
or painting on your home. This process is necessary to remove any build-up of mildew,
mineral deposits and/or dirt that has collected since your last painting.
The removal of these contaminants is necessary to ensure proper finish coat adhesion.
Pressure washing also completes some of the preliminary removal of loose and peeling paint.
However, pressure washing is not a substitute for scraping and sanding, which must be done
by the painting crews.
(Note: All mildew is pre-treated with a bleach and water solution. This will destroy mildew and
remove stains caused by mildew.)
Preparation
Preparation includes all activities done to a substrate prior to the application of the finish
coat. Scraping to remove loose and peeling paint, sanding bare wood areas to allow for
adhesion, caulking of cracks and construction seams and priming of bare wood are all
necessary steps in proper preparation. Sanding for aesthetic purposes can also be
performed; however, this form of sanding is considered restorative and is not a normal part
of our preparation process.
If you desire restorative sanding, please inform your estimator. We charge on a time and
materials basis for restorative sanding.We also protect your foliage and walkways. The
ground is covered with tarps and your flowers and/or bushes are tied back and covered to
ensure protection.
Masking
When painting a home it is inevitable that there will be some overspray and it is necessary to
take the proper precautions to avoid getting overspray on unwanted items. We thoroughly
mask all areas not intended for painting such as windows, doors, light fixtures and decks.
Siding and Soffits
Siding and soffits are typically painted first. The application process is key to a successful
paint job. On large expanses of siding, paint is typically applied by utilizing a spraying
application; however, it is necessary to back-brush or back-roll the paint to ensure the best
possible adhesion and protection.
(Note: for all stain applications a back-brush is necessary to achieve proper penetration and
adhesion.) Second coats of paint can be applied via a "spray only" application to increase
the "mil" thickness of the paint coat. This process is utilized to prolong the longevity of the
paint job. However, this process can only be done after an appropriate first coat has been
applied.
Trim
Trim painting is typically performed last. Trim items such as windows, doors, doorframes,
fascia and decorative trim boards are typically painted by hand with a brush and/or a trim
roller.
Deck
Deck refinishing is also a multi-step process. The first step is to strip the deck of graying and
decaying wood. This is accomplished by pressure washing the deck using detergents that
chemically strip the deck. The chemicals used will not harm your delicate foliage. We then
treat the deck with a transparent wood preservative to prolong the life of the wood and to
accentuate the natural hue and grain of the wood. A deck may splinter if the wood has
started to decay. We can drum sand the deck to restore and level the surface before
applying the finish coat. Deck floors should be rinsed and recoated every 12 - 24 months
depending on sun exposure.
Clean-Up
Our clean up is a very thorough process in which we restore your home and yard to the way
it was found. All masking is removed from your home. Patio furniture, plants, downspouts,
shutters, and all other items moved during the painting process are replaced to their original
position. We will also leave you with a small quantity of each of the products used in the
event you need to match the paint for future projects or small touch-up issues. Finally, we
remove all of our equipment and garbage to leave your property the way we found it when we
arrived.
Interior Painting
1. Estimate
Prompt appointments and scheduling
Consult customers, walk thru work to be done
Introduction of services offered
Ascertain customer's colors and products needed
Professional proposals faxed, emailed, or delivered
2. Set Up
Introduction of customer to crew members
Walk thru rooms and areas to be painted with customer and crew leader
Large furniture moved to center of room and covered with plastic
All flooring covered with dropcloths
All switch plates, door knobs, handles, and window locks removed from trim
before prep and paint
Seal doorways of work areas to contain dust
3. Prep Work
Walls and trim sanded and dusted
Holes and cracks repaired
Gaps in trim to wall caulked
Water stains and wall repairs spot primed
4. Painting
Ceiling and walls are painted with brush and roll
Clean, straight lines between ceiling, walls, and trim
All trim tack clothed before applying premium oil enamels with ox
hairbrushes
Wet inspection and touchups are completed before crew cleans up
5. Clean Up
All tools and equipment removed
Floors vacuumed or swept before moving furniture back
Wall fixtures and hardware replaced
All trash and cans removed
Touch up paint labeled and left with customer
Thank you for considering any season for any of your painting needs, and we look
forward to working with you on your project, all at no cost or obligation to you!
Complete all boxes and click 'Submit Request' to process.
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Footage of Home
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Footage of Project
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of Rooms to Paint
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