New homes · 4 min
A move-in painting checklist for your new home
Plan the rooms, surfaces, and timing before you move in. This checklist helps you prepare for a painting estimate.
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Straightforward answers for the decisions before, during, and after a painting project.
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Color & finish · 3 min
Matte, satin, or semi-gloss? Choose the finish for the room
Color gets the attention. Sheen affects how light, texture, and everyday use show up on the wall. Start with the room’s needs, then compare the actual product options.
Read the guide ↗Decks & wood · 4 min
Refreshing a deck? Start with the wood, then choose the finish
A deck makeover starts before the first coat. The condition of the boards, the old finish, and the look you want should drive the product conversation.
Read the guide ↗Industrial coatings · 4 min
DTM acrylic or industrial enamel? Questions to ask first
For a maintenance painting project, the coating needs to suit the surface and its conditions. These questions help you discuss the options.
Read the guide ↗Commercial · 3 min
Plan a business repaint around the people using the space
A commercial repaint is also an access and communication project. A few practical details can make the estimate conversation much more useful.
Read the guide ↗Exterior · 3 min
Planning an RGV exterior repaint: what to check before the estimate
Exterior paint decisions are easier when the estimate starts with the property’s actual condition. Use this checklist to describe the job clearly.
Read the guide ↗Planning · 3 min
What to bring to a painting estimate
You do not need to know every paint term to start a project. A clear description of the space and what you want changed is enough to make the first conversation useful.
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