by Greg Owens | Oct 18, 2026 | McCarthy Blogs
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...
by Greg Owens | Oct 15, 2026 | Blog
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...
by Greg Owens | Oct 11, 2026 | Blog
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...
by Greg Owens | Oct 9, 2026 | McCarthy Blogs
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,...
by Greg Owens | Sep 26, 2026 | McCarthy Blogs
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...
