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When painting a door, it is usually easiest to paint it in place, opened over a drop cloth. In some cases, it may be easier to remove the door and paint it on sawhorses.
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The right paint and tools are paramount to any interior or exterior paint job, and even more so in older homes. Always check with a paint professional when painting unconventional or non-drywalled surfaces. It will save you time and money in the long run.
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It’s the same outside. You can probably tackle one shady garage wall that needs a little scraping and sanding plus a coat of paint, but covering all surfaces of the house is usually best left to a pro.
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If you can afford to self-fund your new painting business, then you can skip ahead to the next section. But if you need a little help in the financing department (which many people do), then you may want to consider taking out a small business loan to cover your startup costs. Buying supplies, purchasing insurance, paying for advertisements, and hiring staff can all get pricey. Don’t be afraid to look into your financing options to get the ball rolling.
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Everyone has a slightly different method of choosing new paint colors. Some property owners just follow their intuition, while others seek inspiration from blogs, magazines, and other properties in the area. If you’re having trouble narrowing down your color selection, we can help you choose an interior or exterior color scheme that will improve your property’s curb appeal and provide lasting aesthetic benefits.
Ensure that you pick a color that bests suits the aesthetics in your home, and nicely goes with the landscaping of your property. You can look at the neighboring homes as well to make sure your color doesn’t come too close in tone or clash with theirs.
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Look at areas that look like they have water damage or other types of damage. Both interior and exterior areas that are damaged will need to be fully repaired before painting. Old homes are often full of surprises when this step is taken so be prepared. A reputable painting company will make sure that all repairs (especially where water, mildew or rot is concerned) are fully completed before painting.
It is true that you have invested a lot to make your home valuable, but to ensure that its value keeps rising, you need to keep its exterior looking fresh and sharp. An impressive exterior will create a good first impression on visitors and home buyers, which means higher resale value.
Ceilings may require just as much prep as the walls depending on the situation. Water damage and fixing cracks in ceilings is often a costly necessity. The added cost is due to the difficulty of performing prep work like sanding, patching, and priming an overhead surface and safe ladder work.