Get your home back on track with home improvement projects. Among these painting the house is the top most tasks on the list. Nothing can revive your home as a fresh coat of paint and see the transformation you always wanted to experience. Hiring professional house painters in Scottsdale is the right solution for beautifying your home. Of course it could cost you some money but it is definitely worth the exercise when compared to doing it yourself. A professional will do up the house before actually starting the painting work. Remember that this is an exercise that will not be repeated in the next few years. There are some strict rules followed to guarantee best outcomes.
Never use cheap paint
Do not compromise on the quality of the primer, paint and other caulking compound. Only good quality paint lasts for long and can hide the poor quality paint underneath. Some paints come with a life time warranty, choose rightly and benefit. Superior quality paint can start from $35 and go upto $70 per gallon. Ensure you buy only 100% acrylic paints. Remember simple tips like, flat finishes to hide irregularities, satin or semi gloss for trims in easily washable areas.
Do not compromise on the quality of the primer, paint and other caulking compound. Only good quality paint lasts for long and can hide the poor quality paint underneath. Some paints come with a life time warranty, choose rightly and benefit. Superior quality paint can start from $35 and go upto $70 per gallon. Ensure you buy only 100% acrylic paints. Remember simple tips like, flat finishes to hide irregularities, satin or semi gloss for trims in easily washable areas.
Prepare the surface
If you want the paint to stick for long, prepare the surface thoroughly. Professional house painters in Scottsdale will not just stop with peeling and flaking the paint surface but also cleaning it pat dry. Based on the trim and siding, sandpapering and scraping needs to be done. Wash the surface before you begin the paint job. A powerful hose and a scrubber will help remove stubborn dirt and loose paint. Ensure the joints on the sides are not pressure washed as it can erode the wood surface.
If you want the paint to stick for long, prepare the surface thoroughly. Professional house painters in Scottsdale will not just stop with peeling and flaking the paint surface but also cleaning it pat dry. Based on the trim and siding, sandpapering and scraping needs to be done. Wash the surface before you begin the paint job. A powerful hose and a scrubber will help remove stubborn dirt and loose paint. Ensure the joints on the sides are not pressure washed as it can erode the wood surface.
Caution on lead paint
Modern days house paints do not contain lead but those painted before 1978 may have the risk of lead. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an warning on removing lead paint as the lead dust can be hazardous to humans and pets. Prior to removal lead testing has to be conducted and certified for lead safety by the renovation contractors.
Modern days house paints do not contain lead but those painted before 1978 may have the risk of lead. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an warning on removing lead paint as the lead dust can be hazardous to humans and pets. Prior to removal lead testing has to be conducted and certified for lead safety by the renovation contractors.
Use of appropriate tools
Professional house painters in Scottsdale will use high quality tools when it comes to paint brushes, rollers, airless sprayer and more. They either own these tools or rent them. Use of airless sprayer is easier to apply primer and paint onto a textured surface. Later hand roller can be used to improve the adhesion. If you are new to airless sprayer, start with a 5 gallon paint container and strain careful to avoid clogs.
Professional house painters in Scottsdale will use high quality tools when it comes to paint brushes, rollers, airless sprayer and more. They either own these tools or rent them. Use of airless sprayer is easier to apply primer and paint onto a textured surface. Later hand roller can be used to improve the adhesion. If you are new to airless sprayer, start with a 5 gallon paint container and strain careful to avoid clogs.
DIY does not actually save on cost
If you thought you are going to save cost by painting your home all by yourself, think before you do that. Some of the factors you have to consider include, tools, time, stamina and skill to complete the work and finally be satisfied with the job. Preparing the house for paint work itself is a tedious task; therefore think twice before you plunge into DIYs.
If you thought you are going to save cost by painting your home all by yourself, think before you do that. Some of the factors you have to consider include, tools, time, stamina and skill to complete the work and finally be satisfied with the job. Preparing the house for paint work itself is a tedious task; therefore think twice before you plunge into DIYs.
Ideal weather
Never paint a house during extreme hot weathers, rainy, dusty or windy days. The recommended temperature would be 50F to 90F. This way the paint will adhere to the surface quickly and effectively. A damp weather can bubble up the paint.
Never paint a house during extreme hot weathers, rainy, dusty or windy days. The recommended temperature would be 50F to 90F. This way the paint will adhere to the surface quickly and effectively. A damp weather can bubble up the paint.
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