Preparation
Preparation is a key element of custom painting. Attention to detail during this phase of your project will enhance the beauty of your environment and provide you with a long lasting finish to enjoy for many years to come.
Exterior
Most surfaces should be pressure cleaned, caulked and patched. For masonry surfaces, especially chalky ones, a good quality masonry sealer is recommended. This will allow for stronger bond between the new finish coat and the existing surface.
Interior
- Walls should be lightly sanded with a pole sander to remove loose particles.
- Caulk and patch all unnecessary holes, cracks and open seams in walls, doors, trim, baseboards and molding.
- All doors, trim, baseboards and moldings should be lightly sanded and wiped clean, especially when oil based paints are applied.
- Apply a good quality primer/sealer to all water stained and severely tarnished areas.
Interior Extra
- Remove and clean (or replace) all switch plates, air vents, and door knobs. Old aluminum air vents and electrical receptacles can be painted if they are properly cleaned and primed.
- Old Formica cabinets and wood paneling can also be painted if properly cleaned and prepared. Consult a professional for the right procedure and required materials.
Selecting The Right Paint
Selecting the right paint is very important. The best way to accomplish this is by speaking to a professional.
There are many types of specialty paints for different types of surfaces and exposure conditions. Consult a professional to determine the proper materials.
Oil based paints can be applied over latex paints fairly easly, however, it is not recommended to use latex paint over oil, unless the surface is properly prepared. Consult a professional for advice.
Most major paint suppliers will offer different grades and prices ranges to choose from. Premium grade paints are worth the additional investment. They cover better, smell better and provide a longer lasting, more durable finish.
Specialty paint suppliers ( i.e. Benjamin Moore & Co., Porter, Sherwin-Williams, ect.) are recommended, especially when seeking professional advice. Their employees are generally more knowledgeable and courteous in helping you choose the right materials.
Choosing Colors And Finishes
Colors and Finish selection are personal choices. They should reflect the character of those who live and work in an environment and atmosphere they want to create.
Faux Finishes are one of Tom's unique skills, enabling him to create depth, dimension, texture and character to ceilings, walls, woodwork and furniture, therefore enhancing the architectural environment of your residential or commercial project.
Specific Application
For questions regarding a specific application, consult a professional.
Interior
Kitchen & Bath
These paints should be highly resistant to moisture and easy to clean. Many older homes have oil base paints on the walls and ceilings. Consult a professional for advice on surface preparation prior to painting.
Walls and Ceilings
Premium latex paints are your best choice They are available in several different levels of sheen ( i.e. flat, satin, eggshell, semi-gloss and high gloss). The higher level of sheen, the more reflective and washable your surface will be. Businesses with high amount of traffic and frequent cleaning requirements should consider a more washable paint.
Woodwork (Doors, Trim and Molding)
Although there are many good latex enamels today, oil base paints are still your best selection for beauty and durability.
Furniture
Preparation is the KEY. There are many specialty finishes which can be achieved using the finest paints, stains, glazes, lacquers and conversion varnishes. For best results, ask advice and read up prior to beginning your project.
Exterior
Masonry & Stucco
Premium flat or soft gloss acrylic latex paints are recommended.
Fascia, Trim, Gutters and Woodwork
Premium soft gloss house and trim paints are designed for these applications and are recommended.
Wood Siding
Premium stains and acrylic latex paints are your best choice.
Doors
Oil based paints for metal doors. Oil or wood stain for wood. There are few good exterior acrylic paints which could be used if the surface is properly prepared. Again preparation is a key element.
Benjamin Moore Premium Interior and Exterior Finishes
MOORELIFE
Flat Latex House Paint 105
- Excellent hiding and exceptional color retention
- Easy to apply and quick drying
- Superior adhesion properties
- Great flow and leveling
- Provides a mildew resistant coating
- Great for masonry surfaces, hard board and wood siding, shakes, shingles and primed metal
MOORGUARD
LOW LUSTRE LATEX HOUSE PAINT 103
- Excellent hiding, exceptional durability and color retention
- Great flow and leveling
- Easy to apply and quick drying
- Superior adhesion properties
- Provides a mildew resistant coating
- Great for hard board, wood, aluminum and vinyl siding, masonry surfaces, shakes, shingles and primed metal.
MOORGLOW
SOFT GLOSS LATEX HOUSE & TRIM PAINT 096
- Excellent hiding, exceptional durability and color retention
- Great flow and leveling
- Easy to apply and quick drying
- Superior adhesion properties
- Provides a mildew resistant coating
- Great for trim, doors, aluminum, vinyl and wood siding, shakes, shingles, and primed metal
REGAL WALL SATIN
LATEX FLAT FINISH 215
- The easy way to decorate new or previously painted interior walls and ceilings
- Spatter-resistant-applies easily with roller, brush or spray
- Ideal over wallboard, plaster, wallpaper-even wood or metal when used according to label directions.
- Hides old colors and surface imperfections
- Painting tools rinse clean with soap and water
REGAL MATTE
ACRYLIC LATEX MATTE FINISH 221
- For use on new or previously painted wallboard, plaster, masonry, or wallpapered surfaces, primed or previously painted wood or metal; new or coated acoustic ceilings
- Highly washable and durable with stain resistant technology
- Easy to clean finish holds up to repeated cleanings
- Resists spattering with excellent touch-up--applies easily with roller, brush or spray
- Perfect for high-traffic areas such as hallways, family room, kids' rooms
- Painting tools clean with soap and water
REGAL AUQUAVELVET
LATEX EGGSHELL FINISH 319
- For use on interior walls, ceilings and trim
- Ideal for high traffic areas--even kitchens and baths
- Spatter resistant--applies easily will roller, brush or spray
- Withstands repeated washings
- Painting tools rinse clean with soap and water
REGAL AQUAPEARL
LATEX PEARL FINISH 310
- For use on wallboard, plaster, wood trim, cabinets, doors, paneling, walls and ceilings
- The ideal product when using deep decorator tones
- Durable finish-withstands repeated washings
- Spatter resistant-applies easily with roller, brush or spray
- Especially suited for kitchens and baths
- Painting tools rinse clean with soap and water
REGAL AQUAGLO
LATEX SIMI-GLOSS ENAMEL 333
- For use on interior trim, cabinets, doors, paneling, walls and ceilings
- Spatter resistant semi-gloss finish withstands repeated washings
- Perfect for kitchen and baths
- Applies easily with roller, brush or spray
- Painting tools rinse clean with soap and water
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