The 10 things you should ask your painter
Mention that you were not satisfied with the paint job that xyz painter did, and that you felt he gave your property a "blow & go." Just the mention of that term should draw his attention; it will let him know that you are a very knowledgeable customer.
For a top quality interior paint job
Remember to cover all floors with drop cloths, either the canvas type or you may use the disposable plastic drops. This is one area where an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
The first thing you want to do after you've got the floor covered is to start the preparation of the surfaces to be painted.
6 Advantages of Quality Paint
Better color retention, Better dirt resistance, Better resistance to chalking, Better mildew resistance, Better hiding, Less blistering, flaking and peeling.
4 Key Components of Paint Quality
To your customers, painting is a major investment. In time. In money. In labor. You know it pays to spend a little extra to get a high-quality, long-lasting finish.
But what does “quality” mean? And what benefits does it provide?
Coatings Report Forecasts
Above-average demand in North America will help fuel overall increases in worldwide demand for architectural paint and coatings through 2013, new market research indicates.
Despite economic weakness in some major markets, worldwide demand for architectural paint is forecast to rise 3.6% per year through 2013 to 22.8 million metric tons, valued at $51 billion, according to the new study from The Freedonia Group Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Understand your Strengths
Develop an understanding of your strengths and your customers' needs.
Today's residential repaint business can be a lucrative niche market. If you've decided to make it your specialty, you'll get the best results if you keep your business focus to this type of work.
Green Painting FAQ
Get up to speed on this emerging market with answers to a few frequently asked questions about the green trend… and how you fit in as a professional painting contractor.
EPA News
Joe Pullaro Inc. is a Certified EPA Renovator
Painting Contractor
role in protecting public health by helping prevent lead exposure. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, many homes, schools and day-care centers in the U.S.
built before 1978 still have lead-based paint. Ordinary painting and maintenance activities can create dust that contains lead. New national EPA rules to protect against this risk go into effect April 22, 2010.
Contractors performing work that disturbs lead based paint in homes, apartments, childcare facilities and schools built before 1978 must be EPA certified, and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.The potential penalties for not following the regulations are stiff. Contractorscan be fined up to $32,500 per violation, per day.
Job Spotlight
On the job with Joe Pullaro Inc.
This is a structual steel project that had to be done with needle descalers. The old fashion way because this chiller was in operation at the time, and the air conditioning could not be turned off.
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New EPA Standerd
EPA's Lead-Safe Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rules to Take Effect April 2010:
A whole host of training, certification and work practice requirements called for by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program are slated to take effect in April 2010.
Changing Trends
A lot of changes have taken place in the Painting Industry over the last few years. In the past painting a home consisted of covering dull walls with a standard color of paint.
With changing trends, Professional Painting Contractors are offering more than just painting services.
Choose Coordinating Paint Colors
One of the things that you'll want to think of when choosing coordinating paint colors is that the eyes need some relief.
If you are going with a bold color then just add to it a more neutral tone.
Neutrals don't have to be boring, they can even be metallic.
Latex / Alkyd / Enamels Paints
Do you know your latex from your alkyd from your enamels? If not, don't feel bad.
In this article I will explain the differences and how to choose the right paint for the job.