Custom Painting & Staining

Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.

A. We specialize in all aspects of painting and staining. Exterior painting of all surfaces, using top quality paints, including Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, ICI, Behr and Glidden. All exterior wood staining, including decks and fences. Interior wood staining, including baseboards, crown molding, window and door trim. All interior painting, including faux and other specialty finishes. Concrete staining, including one and two part epoxies, great for basements, work areas, laundry rooms, basements. Acid staining for an artistic look and feel of your concrete. Perfect for front entrances, basements, patios, pool areas. Asphalt sealcoating. We fix all minor cracks, and apply an affordable coating that'll last for years.

Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?

A. Although correctly applying paint or stain to a surface is important for any painter, another very important aspect is preparation of the surface for painting or staining. If it's exterior painting, pressure washing is crucial for all surfaces. All painted wood surfaces also require a good scraping, assuring that all old chipped, peeling paint is removed. Then comes the application of primer. Wood siding should be sprayed and backrolled for best results. Two thin, even coats are recommended for all paintwork. Whether it's spraying, brushing, or rolling, the level of expertise will determine the time needed for painting. Clean-up after the work is complete is also important.