Maintenance and proper cleaning of newly painted walls is essential to keeping them looking new. To do this, you must identify what type of paint was used. The type of paint used is important because that will dictate what kind of cleaning solutions are appropriate for your particular situation. The first thing that should be done prior to any attempt to clean a wall is to dust the walls themselves. Even though it is difficult to see the amount of dust that accumulates on wall surfaces that we see every day, dust and other airborne particles constantly settle on the surface of walls.

 

After dusting the walls, then you may apply the appropriate cleaning solution. For example, walls painted with semi-gloss paint are generally the most durable and can usually be scrubbed without damaging the paint surface. In contrast, if you walls are stained or have flat finishes, they will need to be cared for much more delicately. If you are unsure about the proper care and maintenance of your walls, please give us a call to check with a professional.

The frequency of painting the exterior of your home or building depends on a number of factors. For example, the type and quality of paint or finish that is used is probably most important. If the finish was not applied with care, it may compromise the life of the paint or exterior finish. Also, the location of your property and the types of weather events and sun exposure are factors in how long a finish will last. Generally guidelines are that stucco should be painted every 5 years or so while aluminum slightly more frequently and wood siding should be painted every 3-4 years.

The best color to pick will depend on your specific design goals. Be aware that choosing colors well in advance of painting is a great idea, so you don't have to make any last minute decisions and you can plan for the best outcome possible. It is a good idea to paint a small sample on your walls to get a sense of what the color will look like once the painting is completed. There are more color and texture options than it is possible to list here! Visiting your favorite paint supply or home improvement store is a great place to start!

Painting is definitely not a one size fits all activity and can depend on many factors. For example, the cost of the paint materials is one of the main factors as well as the difficulty of the paint location and current condition of the surfaces to be painted. If the current surfaces are cracked or need other repairs, that will also add to the cost. For these reasons, there is no general rule of thumb for what it may cost to paint any given project. However, we offer free estimates and never begin working on a project without prior approval of the client.

The cost to paint the interior of your property s dependent on many factors, much like the cost to paint the exterior of property. These factors also include the level of preparation, the condition of the interior of your property and whether or not there is any damage or drywall that needs to be replaced, if their is any water damage, or if you wish to remove older finishes such as popcorn ceilings, and many other factors. We do offer free estimates and never begin working on a project without prior approval of the client.