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10 Essential Prep Steps Before Any Painting Job
Key Takeaways Proper preparation helps paint adhere better and last longer. Cleaning, repairing, and priming surfaces reduce premature paint failure. Moisture, dirt, and damaged materials should always be addressed before painting. Quality preparation improves both...
10 Questions to Ask Your Painting Contractor Before Hiring
Key Takeaways Insurance and workers' compensation protect you financially if something goes wrong during the job References let you verify a contractor's actual track record, not just their sales pitch Low-VOC paint reduces health risks without sacrificing durability...
How to Choose the Perfect Paint Colors for Your Home
Key Takeaways The best color depends on the room's purpose, its light, and the furniture already in it. Undertones and lighting can make one color look completely different from wall to wall. Test real samples on your walls at different times of day before deciding....
Tamalpais Paint & Color: Why the Paint Supplier Matters as Much as the Painter
Key Takeaways McCarthy Painting has sourced materials from Tamalpais Paint & Color for many years, using them for jobs ranging from small touch-ups to full exterior repaints Tamalpais carries premium brands, including Benjamin Moore, C-2, and Pratt & Lambert,...
Why Businesses Should Hire Commercial Painters Instead of General Contractors
Key Takeaways General contractors commonly add a 25 to 35 percent markup when they subcontract out painting work Commercial painters focus exclusively on painting, which brings specialized skill that a generalist crew often can't match Dedicated painting crews can...