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Log cabin stains are a great way to beatify your cabin. However, if you are re-staining your log cabin, you need to pay close attention before you start staining again. In this post, I will review the best practices when re-staining your log cabin. Log Cabin Stains: Best Practices For Re-Staining The question…
Someone asked me what are the worst painting mistakes you should never make. I came up with many, but these stuck out most. 5 Worst Painting Mistakes You Should Never Make 1. Applying oil over latex paint Never use oil paints on a surface previously painted with latex. Oil-based paints tend to…
Dealing with an unhappy customer? The best way on how to handle customer complaints is to take the high ground. Not just the high road of virtue and doing the right thing, but the high ground as a vantage point to observe the situation as a whole. Therefore, prepare to remove yourself from the fray…
Are you the kind of contractor that gets excited about helping their customers choose exterior color scheme? If not, you can be. Make use of these six exterior color tips and you’ll find yourself talking more confidently about color in no time. 6 Secrets To Exterior Color Schemes 1. Identify key features …
Hotel painting projects are very lucrative. In addition, hotels, resorts and restaurants are an excellent sales opportunity for painting contractors who understand the market and are acquainted with the wide range of products available to keep these properties looking good. 4 Tips For Success With The Hotel Painting Segment Understanding the hotel painting…
As a general rule, try not to paint over wallpaper. Most often I recommend removing wallpaper, so you can start with a fresh wall. If this is not an option, then there are many issues to consider before you paint over wallpaper: The seams may not lie down properly. Moisture from the paint could cause…
Nicks, cracks and nail holes need to be repaired before your crews start painting. The final finish is only as good as the prep that was put into it. Here’s a quick wall hole repair checklist: 9 Steps To Perfect Wall Hole Repair Choose a spackling product that doesn’t shrink or crack. Using…
When a client hires a professional painting contractor for a job, the final results should look just that – professional. Sometimes that means taping and protecting surfaces in order to achieve the best possible results to maintain client satisfaction and a good business reputation. Using a premium painter’s tape will help you and your…
Wayfinding is increasingly being embraced in commercial and institutional design. While not a new concept, you are more likely than ever to encounter it in your commercial projects – and something you could propose as a value-add when bidding on private repaints. Additionally, this service can help set you apart from your competition. Add…
One of the keys to success on your commercial painting job is proper paint adhesion. Therefore, an adhesion test is important to ensure job satisfaction. There are many recognized ways to determine how well a coating has bonded to the surface. The infamous “thumbnail test” is NOT a recognized method. All too often,…