A House Painting Tip or Two
Plus Articles From Various Authors
Often a house painting tip or two is all that is needed to keep you on the path to success and quality. The complexities of house painting are often overlooked by the "do-it-yourselfer".
As a professional painter I have learned a few tricks concerning just about every aspect of this business.
On this page I will publish house painting tips and articles concerning as many topics as I can possibly write about plus articles submitted to the site. Just follow the links to the information you need.
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- Lead Paint Safety
Lead paint safety is a major concern when painting. Many painted or finished surfaces can contain lead and protecting yourself and your family needs to be a first priority. - Blistering Paint
A condition called blistering can occur to newly applied paint as well as existing finishes. - Chalking Paint
A light colored powder on the exterior surface of your home is chalking paint. - Mold and Mildew Prevention
The best way to control the growth of mold and mildew is to prevent its growth in the first place. - What is back rolling and back brushing?
Two excellent techniques to increase the quality of your paint job is back rolling and back brushing. - Is the cost of house painting worth it?
The cost of house painting is reflected in the tools and experience of the painter. - Using a hvlp spray gun.
An hvlp spray gun can be difficult to use at first. - Paint Disposal
The best way to deal with paint disposal is to use it up. But that isn't always possible. - Paint Warranty
Manufactures use paint warranties as advertising gimmicks. - Can paint be self priming?
Some manufactures claim that their paint is self priming. Very few products can be considered self priming, and most paints are not a part of this category. - House Painting for the For Sale By Owner
(Selling Your Home: How to Increase Curb Appeal) - Whether you're taking the FSBO route or hiring a realtor to help you sell your house, you want your house to ooze curb appeal. A good first impression can make or break a sale, so use these tips to make your home stand out. - Selling Your Home: What's Inside Counts
Congratulations! Your home's exterior has made a good impression, and the potential buyer wants to come inside. The interior is just as important as the exterior of the building; after all, most buyers spend more time inside their homes than looking at the exterior. These simple projects will get your home's interior looking move-in ready in no time! - Estimating Paint or Stain - How Much Do You Really Need?
Estimating how much paint or stain you'll need can help you finish your project more efficiently. Accurately calculating square footage and determining the right quantity of product to buy will save you frustrating trips to the store in the middle of your project. It will also help you avoid having to store or dispose of gallons of unwanted paint.
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Recommended Sites For More House Painting Tips
Here is a site worth visiting, Jack Pauhl's blog. Jack has a wide assortment of great painting information. He recently told me he has 10 years worth of writing to put on his blog. Imagine that! A definite must see site.
Another great site is www.ownerbuilderonline.com. It has great information if you are building your own home.
