Make a Statement with your Front Door!

A front door is a great place to
use color in order to complement
 features in your garden that
you really want to "pop."

Think about your favorite front doors. Perhaps a sunny yellow one at a friend's house makes you feel especially welcome at a cottage-style home. Or, that bright red front door on a neighbor's house lends trend-forward detail to an updated ranch.

Whatever the case, a well-chosen front door color makes an immediate impact, complementing a home's style and improving curb appeal.

Here are three tips on picking a perfect color for your front door:

1. Start by understanding a few color principles: Color isn't as simple as picking a favorite shade or a lighter hue; there's logic and a bit of science to color selection. A good place to start when choosing the best color for your front door is the color wheel. General color schemes based on the color wheel include monochromatic (several shades of a single color), analogous (colors found side by side on the color wheel), contrast or triadic (three colors spaced evenly apart on the color wheel), and complementary (two hues opposite each other on the color wheel).
2. Factor in your home's style and setting: Your home is also a good guide for what works and what doesn't when it comes to choosing front door colors. Take into account the materials, colors inherent in those materials, style, and surrounding landscape, among other factors. For example, a pastel hue might look out of place with the ornamentation on an English Tudor style house, while it may look charming with a simple brick ranch. Depending on its paint palette, a glossy black front door might not work when paired with a centuries-old Victorian home, while a Mediterranean-influenced design might feel perfectly in tune with a bright turquoise-color door.
3. Use your front door to make an impact: Don't be shy or too conservative in this case. If you want to add charm and flavor, this is the place to do it. Remember also that your front door can be a tool that you can use to your advantage. Visitors use it for wayfinding. The color can help accent tones in the exterior or provide the finishing flourish to a design palette. The impact might be subtle or it might be more direct; it might also be formal or playful. Color also generates emotion, so think about how you want your guests to feel when they arrive. A brighter hue can offer energy to the front door, while a more subdued one plays up a traditional feel. A darker hue is more somber, a lighter one tends to be playful.

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READ MORE >> BetterHomesandGardens.com: Best Colors for Front Doors
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How to Decide Whether or Not to Hire Professional Painting Contractors to Paint Your Home

Planning to repaint the exterior
of your home yourself? Learn
how to do a professional job.

There are many factors to consider when trying to decide whether painting your own home can be a DIY project. Try this as an initial guideline: Straight exteriors on a simple, box-shaped house make for easier work. Irregularly shaped homes of two stories or more with dormers, gingerbread, or turrets, for example, tend to make for a more time-consuming and complicated project that may suggest a professional is needed.

Next, look at the grade (the finished surface slant of ground) around the house for ladder positioning. It’s a plus if all sides have flat ground up to the house. Walkouts with slopes make it difficult to safely position ladders. Also check to see if obstacles like trees, shrubs, decks, fences, vines, or electric wires will be in the way.

Additionally, examine your house for potential problems that may require extensive prep work. Wood rot, mildew, severe peeling, or alligatoring are typical siding problems. Cracked window panes, crumbling glaze, and loose caulking around trim are other issues. If you’re familiar with solving these problems, just be prepared that you might need a few extra days to remedy the situations. Talk with an experienced paint retailer about the problem for some potential solutions. Another option might be to consider hiring a pro to fix any extensive issues before you get started.

Finally, assess the list of materials you will need and estimate their cost and your labor:

• Lifts and Ladders. Do you need ladders, scaffolding, planks, or lifts? While a one-story home may only require a ladder, a multi-story house may need not only larger ladders but perhaps scaffolding and planks or a lift. While you may be able to rent needed equipment, consider if you will be comfortable working at heights.
• Prep materials. Preparing the house is the first step. Basic cleaning supplies include scrub brushes, pails, bleach for mildew, a cleaning agent such as TSP (trisodium phosphate), and a hose with spray nozzle. Tip: Consider power washers to clean exterior surfaces. Check into hand and eye protection for this equipment and follow the guidelines. Have drop cloths, rags, and masking tape for around critical areas such as windows. Use canvas drop cloths instead of plastic so the grass or flowers underneath are not cooked in the sun.
• Paint removers. If you have many areas of blistering or peeling paint, a good amount of scraping may be ahead. Carbide blade scrapers will be needed if a fair amount of scraping is involved. Also try using an old, dry paint brush to sweep dust away. Just be sure to use dust masks to protect your lungs. Chemical removers may be necessary if the paint has to be softened to be removed, as is the case with many older homes with coats of paint. After getting rid of the loose paint, sandpaper will feather the edges smooth.
• Caulking. This is a must to seal up cracks around windows and doors and to maintain flexibility and adhesion over many years. There are many types of caulks available. Discuss your project with your paint retailer. Before purchasing any caulk, check the manufacturer’s instructions for recommended surfaces. Make sure the caulk you have selected is paintable and remains flexible to expand and contract with your home. Caulks that are 100% silicone, for example, are not paintable.
• Paint applicators. Quality brushes are made for the latex, oil, or varnish paints you will apply. The brush hairs are typically of varying lengths and taper neatly. They have a ferrule, or band, that holds the bristles tightly to the handle. Quality brushes hold more paint, don’t lose bristles, paint more smoothly, and are easier to use than cheaper alternatives. Spray equipment is a possibility if the house has a lot of flat surfaces with few doors or windows. Remember that sprayers require extensive cleaning. Overspray can be a problem, so everything needs to be covered well and you will need to get familiar with the use of a sprayer. Rollers also can be a time saver.
• Primer. You will need to prime any new, severely weathered, or problem areas to make sure there will be a proper seal of the surface and a smooth surface for the paint. A primer does not need to be used on a clean, dull, coated surface that is in good condition. Typically you will want to choose a primer geared specifically for your job. If your paint will be 100% acrylic latex, you will want to use a 100% acrylic resins primer. If there are problem areas, however, consult with your local paint retailer for the best choice.
• Paint. For most jobs, you will want 100% acrylic latex paint. A quality acrylic paint adheres best and holds its color much better than less expensive paints. If doing it yourself, consult a knowledgeable retailer to get the right products for the project.

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Fun Things To Do With Interior and Exterior Painting Projects in 2015

Painting is a low-cost way to do a
majority of your interior design.

Do you want painting ideas and inspiration for design projects around your home?

Learn how to stage your home for selling with neutrals. Get excited with ceiling paint ideas, creating easy but beautiful designs on your ceilings to add height and interest to what many designers call "the fifth wall". Consider vibrant accent walls. Use chalkboard paint, now available in any color, to make playful and artistic spaces in your home, (one fresh idea: a kitchen table-top canvas?!) or large wall calendars!

Outside, consider painting stepping stones or a timeless checkerboard porch floor, which requires minimal preparation and is decorative but understated and classic. Learn about how to use concrete stain to transform your patio with beautiful color blocks. 

If you lean towards being an artist, consider also learning some decorative painting techniques. How about wood-grains, marble and limestone look-alikes, tone-on-tone stenciled damasks, or a pearlescent hued wall encrusted with sea shells? These are some of the basic techniques you could learn how to do in your own home:

• Mottling
• Color Washing
• Strie
• Stenciling
• Layering
• Faux Finishes
• Pearlescent Hues
• Brush, roller, sponge, and cloth techniques

READ MORE HERE>> benjaminmoore.com: Painting Ideas For Your Home

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Spotlight on Trim: Consider Different Colors

Consider monochromatic
colors on the trim for
 a contemporary look.

Think of trim like the frame of a painting: It outlines and enhances the beauty of what's inside.

At its most elemental, trim adds punctuation to a room's elements. Crown molding signals that the wall is ending and the ceiling is beginning. Baseboard announces the transitions between wall and floor. Casings define the perimeter of doors and windows. Trim also has the aesthetic function of enhancing or changing the perception of a room's size and shape.

By using trim to create strong lines, you can make a room seem larger, or by breaking up soaring walls, you can make it seem cozier. 

• Through the use of trim you can both enhance and complete the design style you envision for the space. For a contemporary room, design experts suggest using techniques that help the trim blend with the room color. This can be achieved by painting the trim the same color as the walls or a tinted version of it. It gives the room a fresh, unified look.
  
• For classic or traditional interiors, using a white or off-white paint can really play up the trim and bring out its historical or intricate qualities. And many design experts consider white the perfect color for any trim, regardless of interior style or wall color. With dark walls, white trim lightens and brightens the room while making the wall color really "pop." And when walls are painted light or muted colors, white trim makes the color appear crisp and clean.
  
• A trend that has grown in popularity of late is selecting dark colors for trim – even black. Dark trim gives a room more depth than white or light trim does, and very effectively frames views when used on window casings. In addition, dark trim contrasts nicely with some of today's trendiest room colors: soft aquas, powder blues, greens – from lime to celadon – and the gamut of grays.

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Simple Expert Home Painting Tips

Paint some large-scale
swatches to help visualize
 your color decisions.

Color isn't easy!

To get the exact color you will end up being happy with, do your homework and test a series of 5-7 variations on the hue you choose by painting a swatch of each on the wall and live with it for a while.

 Also note any reflections from outside. For example, if you have a large tree in front of a window, you may get green reflecting in and that will affect the paint color on the wall.

For your interest, here are three quick expert tips to further guide you in having your home painted:

1. How to add color to a rental apartment with white walls or exposed brick?If you are living in a rental apartment or house, always speak with your landlord before making any design changes. Once you receive the blessing, go for it. If allowed, you can paint one wall, maybe it's the brick one, and it can serve as an accent in the room. Spend time in the room at all hours of the day to see when it gets light and where the light hits. This will determine which wall to paint and what color to choose (dark or light). Remember to note any color reflections.
   
2. How to pick a neutral color for a nursery when you don't know if the child is a boy or a girl?
   Classic yellows, bright and happy, and greens, fresh and clean, will always work. Pair them with a crisp white for a modern look or a creamy taupe for a more traditional feel. Don't be afraid of using gray, too, for a really contemporary take on a nursery. Brighten it up by combining it with yellow accents for a complimentary mix.
   
3. How to add color to the exterior of your house?
   You can be fairly liberal in painting doors and shutters, depending on the overall color of the house. Choose deep, rich, saturated hues here if you wish. Not willing to invest in a big paint job? Add color to the mailbox (or even the little flag) or paint house numbers on a planter in a great color that matches your home's exterior.

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Kitchen Painting Tips

Gather all the colors that appeal to
you and narrow down choices.

When a total renovation exceeds your budget, painting walls, moulding and even cabinetry can give your kitchen a face-lift, making it appear more spacious and fresh.

Color-challenged decorators needn't worry; simple tools can help you select timeless colors that complement your existing finishes for a universal appeal.

Finish is as important as color, so opt for easy-to-clean satin or eggshell paint.

• Planning for Resale?Avoid trend-setting colors that can make a home look dated when you try to sell it later (think: the avocado appliances from the '70s). Nature-inspired colors such as terra cotta and granite can add a color punch while maintaining a classic elegance that isn’t so strong or personal that it could turn off potential buyers. Softer tones in lighter colors create a more roomy feel and allow you to make a grand color statement with accessories and art. Choosing a lighter color gives you the option to save excess paint for quick touch-ups or to apply a fresh coat before showing your home to potential buyers.
  
• Choosing Colors for Mood:Color psychologists identify the influence of paint choice on our disposition, appetite and energy level. Strategically choose your kitchen colors to suit your personality and goals for the time you'll spend in the space. Orange hues stimulate appetite, which can help inspire pickier eaters at dinnertime. Those who find themselves drawn to the kitchen should consider painting it blue, which not only encourages relaxation, but can also decrease appetite. Red stimulates energy, and yellow lifts the mood, making either color an ideal choice to highlight a breakfast nook.

READ MORE >> homeguides.sfgate.com: Tips on Picking Paint Colors for a Kitchen

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Need Inspiration for a Festive Interior Paint Job? Focus on Shining Up the Ceiling!

Go for glossy...

Here are some excellent suggestions on how to create a festive atmosphere for the holidays — and all year 'round — to every room. For starters, focus on what often gets left bare... and give it some flair:

Look up and celebrate the ceilings!

Let the ceilings sparkle. Add shine and sophistication to dining spaces by painting these often bland areas with a high sheen product. If you are not quite ready to change your entire ceiling, add a stencil pattern in a glossy hue for a touch of high style.

Similarly, as the trim around a room and the doors are also often left white or neutral, add a glossy frame!

Artwork is always improved with the addition of a beautiful frame, and your wall space is no different. Update a room by adding color and shine to trim work and doors — the "frame" around the room. Highlight these areas with semi-gloss or gloss paint in a complementary hue to the wall color. Glossy finishes add sparkle and interest, and assist in differentiating one space from another. They also provide the added benefit of durability and long-lasting wear, especially in busy family gathering spaces.

READ MORE>> HGTV.com: Paint Color and Decorating Tips/Ideas for Basements, Home Theaters, and More
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Choosing The Right Paint Sheen For Your Interior House Painting Job

Choosing a child friendly
house paint.

LEVELS of HOUSE PAINT GLOSS:

The sheen of a paint is the amount of light reflected by the surface of a paint finish. There are four basic interior house paint sheens: flat, satin, semi gloss and gloss.

Which type of paint should you use?

Two properties you need to consider, how much wear and tear will the surface get and is a sheen or gloss to the finish going conflict with your decorating scheme. If you are painting a storage room or other area which will be subjected to hard use and frequent washings, go with the highest gloss you can as these paints are designed for just that. If the "feel" of the room is important such as a living room or bedroom, choose the lower gloss finishes for a calm soothing feel.

• Flat House Paints exhibit non-reflective properties providing a matte finish. This finish helps hide surface imperfections, and is normally used for ceilings and walls in areas not subjected to a lot of wear and tear, dining rooms, living rooms and bedrooms not used by small children.
• Satin Finish House Paints also know as eggshell finish, provides a soft luster sheen similar to that of an eggshell. A satin finish provides a harder surface finish which is more durable and more stain resistant than a flat finish. This durability makes satin paint a good choice for walls in children's rooms, hallways, stairways and family rooms.
• Semi gloss House Paints are very durable, they are easier to clean, and are more stain resistant than satin finish paints. Semi gloss paints are most often used on heavy wear surfaces or areas that are frequently cleaned such as kitchens and bathrooms. Semi gloss paint is also used on wood trim and cabinets. 
• Gloss House Paints are a harder, more durable, more stain resistant paint finish. It is easier to clean than all the other paint finishes. Gloss finishes generally make surface imperfections more noticeable. Gloss finishes are the best choice for heavy wear areas like kitchens, bathrooms, furniture and cabinets, floors, stairs, handrails, high traffic doors and trim.

Regardless of which gloss level you choose you can be assured that A.L. Painting Company will help you choose the right paint for the job!

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How to Find The Right House Painting Service Contractor

A.L. Painting Co.
offers a 3-Year No Fear!
house painting Warranty. 

Finding residential house painters in Alpharetta who are licensed, insured and committed to excellence is important to receiving a quality paint job on your biggest investment--your home.

A. L. Painting Co. has specialized in house painting services and are proud members of the Better Business Bureau, including the BBB’s CARE program, since 2001.

Be sure to check out the house painting contractor at www.bbb.org before signing a contract and discuss the following:

• What are your credentials, experience and training.
• Are you insured.
• What is the process and preparation.  Gain a clear understanding of what they do and how they go about prepping the house for painting.
• How you can best prepare for a professional  to come to your home. Find out specifically what the painter needs from you (you may need to commit personal time to get your home prepared for the process).
• Be clear about your budget and do not sign any contracts until you fully understand what is or isn’t included in the service.
• Get clarification on what their services include, for example, purchasing of supplies for the organization process.
• Ask for an estimate on how long the projects you have in mind will take to complete. Inquire about what might change/modify the timeline.
• Find out how the house painter disposes of items removed from your home or office and if there are additional fees. 

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Painting Your House Can Help You Sell it Quickly

If nothing else, paint at least
the door, door frame, and
foyer or first room the
would-be buyers will see.

You only get to make a first impression once when selling your Alpharetta home. 

When getting ready to paint your house, look at the colors of neighboring houses and choose colors that harmonize, yet stand out from the crowd. Colors that clash badly with other houses will detract from the overall neighborhood.

Don’t just stop with the inside walls, the exterior of your home is just as important. In fact, it may be more important merely because it’s the first thing a buyer sees.

What realtors and designers alike call curb appeal begins with the appearance of your home’s siding, roof, gutters, etc. If you see mold a potential buyer sees mold. If the roof is old and gutters are rusty a potential buyer sees additional hassles down the road.

Want to Sell Home Quickly? Think House Paint

Painting your house's exterior before you put it on the market give the biggest bang for your fix-up buck—if you use colors that conform with your neighborhood's decorating norm," says Eric Tyson and Ray Brown in their book "House Selling for Dummies"
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The Benefits of Hiring a Professional Alpharetta Painter

A.L. Painting Company
house painters are
licensed and insured.

Even though not every state may require licensing, a quality contracting firm may not have any such licenses to show you. However, almost every state has a general minimum requirement where the contractor must have completed business registration with your state and municipality.

A.L. Painting Company has been a member of the Atlanta Better Business Bureau since 2001.

Hiring a professional painter has all sorts of benefits. But there are some things you want to watch out for. Some of the things to watch out for when hiring a Georgia house painting service are:

• Check to see if the contractor you hired is licensed and insured.
• A quality contracting firm will be more than happy to reveal their own copies and certificates of insurance.
• Not all states and municipalities require licensing, so not every firm may have licensing, just so you are aware.

Choose to Hire a Professional House Painter

These things will help you choose the right Alpharetta GA house painting services. Sometimes they are not the most important decision makers on who you should hire, but it should influence how you choose various contractors for your own Alpharetta GA home.

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Using Paint Charts to Pick Your Perfect House Color

Selecting Exterior Paint
Colors Using Paint Charts

Painting your house is always good option if you are planning to remodel or renovate your home. This method does not only give new look to your home easily but also affordable. Painting the exterior of your home is good solution to give a refreshing look to aging home.

Today you can go into a store with a paint color of your choice, and the salesperson can scan it into a special computer software that will create the exact blend (or very close to it) of paint to your specified desires. Technology, you got to love it!

3 Helpful online exterior house paint chart resources:

• Exterior House Paint Color Combinations : Paint Color Charts
• Sherwin Williams Exterior House Color Visualizer
• Benjamin Moore’s 2013 Color Chart for Exterior and Interior House Paint

Still, it is a good idea to get as much of the paint upfront as possible, if not only to save trips between the store and back to your house.

Charting the Success of Your Exterior House Paint Job with Exterior Paint Charts

If you are wondering what kind of paints you can look at using an exterior paint chart from a local store, here is a little run down:

• Computer software that can scan your desired color to create the exact blend
• Precision technology to carry out crafting your house paint blend
• Computer software can match almost every style and brand for exterior house paints (and probably some other stuff too)
• Once the computer identifies the desired blend, the salesperson can customize it for you and make sure it is absolutely perfect.

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What You Need to Know for Choosing the Right Color for The Exterior of Your House

Be a Good Neighbor:
Exercise Your Smart Paint
House Colors

Choosing the right color of paint for the exterior of your home can be a daunting task – or a boring task depending. If you live out on your own, outside of a neighborhood that is, you can choose pretty much any color you want. If you live in a neighborhood though, it might be a good idea to follow a few “rules of thumb”.

If you live in a neighborhood, it is even more important to listen to these rules of thumb due to being in a neighborhood covenant. A covenant basically dictates what you can and cannot do to the outside of your house, usually to protect real estate prices from plummeting in the area due to some crazy guy painting his house like a Picasso.

So what are these rules of thumb for choosing the right exterior paint colors? 

Here they are:

• Look at your whole neighborhood – the big picture – if everyone’s houses are a shade of brown, you might postpone your idea of painting your entire home blood red.
• Review your Home Owners’ Association covenants to see what limitations you must adhere to
• Be a good neighbor. There is a lot to be said about being a good neighbor; for one thing good neighbors typically do not choose a prismatic color scheme with all the colors of the rainbow as the paint job of their houses. Just saying.
• If you want to stand out without being a sore thumb, consider painting the accessory parts of your house. For instance, in an all brown neighborhood you may choose to have your house overall be brown but have a bold red front door to accentuate the style and décor of your household. Being different in this way is very respectable, it can even help the overall value of your home to increase. 

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Keep these few rules of thumb in mind when it comes to deciding what color to paint the exterior of your house. They will serve you well.

Again, I cannot stress enough; make sure to double check your Home Owners’ Association for your local neighborhood. Doing that could save you a lot of heart ache before you get your hopes up about your exciting paint job.


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Painting Your House Prior To Selling : Atlanta House Painter Link Call

A seller should always
make sure that their interior
paint has a fresh appeal.

You only get to make a first impression once when selling your Atlanta home. 


When getting ready to paint your house, look at the colors of neighboring houses and choose colors that harmonize, yet stand out from the crowd. Colors that clash badly with other houses will detract from the overall neighborhood.


So if you’re painting the interior and/or exterior of your home, prior to putting on the market, here’s are some tips.

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Painting Your House Before Selling Your Home Can Improve Your Chances

Paint Rooms with Neutral Colors to Improve Chances of a Sale.  Just because dark red walls in the dining room fit your style doesn't mean the potential house buyer will like it.
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Staging Your Home For Sale: Paint Wherever Necessary. 

Do not skip this step. With paint, you have a chance to freshen up walls that will add new life to your home. The entrance, heavily trafficked areas, doors, bathrooms and kitchens are the most common areas that will need a fresh coat of paint.
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Tips for Painting Your House Before Selling

Most people do not have professional painting skills, which may leave you with an unsightly mess. The costs associated with fixing these unsightly messes, is generally more than what you would have paid a professional to paint it in the first place. Unless you are very confident in yourself, and committed to a doing perfect job, I would leave the painting to the professionals.
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Interior Paint Colors That Help Sell Your Home

A seller should always make sure that their paint has a fresh appeal, no dings, no marks. If there are any, it should be repainted or touched up because it gives the feeling of a well-maintained home.
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Home Repairs Before Selling - Paint Your Ceiling

Buyers spend more time than you would think staring at ceilings. They are looking for signs of a leaky roof, but what you don't want them to see are stains from grease or smoke and ceiling cracks. Ditto for walls. Nothing says freshness like new paint, and it's the most cost effective improvement.
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Painting your house's exterior before you put it on the market give the biggest bang for your fix-up buck—if you use colors that conform with your neighborhood's decorating norm," says Eric Tyson and Ray Brown in their book "House Selling for Dummies/"
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Prepping Your House To Sell : Atlanta House Painter Link Call

New paint indicates pride of
ownership that lets a buyer
know that your house
has been maintained.

Are you having trouble selling your house in Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta or Lawrenceville areas? 

Are you thinking about putting your house up for sell?

Painting the interior and exterior of your home will help improve your chances of making that sale.  Here are some valuable online tips on prepping your house to put on the market.

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Paint Before You Sell Your Home

Painting before selling your home is not very expensive, particularly when you consider the higher price it may sell for. You can expect a 50% to 500% return on your investment, depending on the paint job, the home, and your local real estate market. Given these types of returns, it is advisable to hire a pro who can produce the type of paint job that will really impress buyers and allow you to receive you best selling price.
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Consider Painting Your Home Before Selling It

When painting your home to resell, choosing the correct colors can make a huge difference to the price you eventually receive. For example, a pale, sunny shade of yellow on the exterior of your house can help it sell really quickly, but a yellow with green or orange undertones can make it take longer.
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Atlanta Home Sellers - Paint Your Home to Sell It!

A new coat of paint can make the difference of whether your Atlanta home will sell or just sit on the market.  Paint has many purposes.  First a new coat of paint is pleasing to the eyes. If you paint the homes exterior and trim, you now have curb appeal!  It revitalizes the look of a tired and worn property and returns it to its former glory. 
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Best Color to Paint a Home for Resale

In the past 5 years the Exterior and Interior paint color trends have not changed much. Look around at any of the new developments or house improvements in your area and you will start to get an idea of what the trend is. If you are in the market now or the next few years the color trend will stay the same.
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2 Critical Reasons for Painting Your House Prior to Selling It

A less obvious benefit, but one that should be taken into account, is that new paint indicates pride of ownership that lets a buyer know that your house has been maintained on the outside, so this is probably true of the inside as well.
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What’s the Magic Color for Selling Your House?

Potential buyers notice water stains and old-fashioned ceilings. If you have a home with a stucco ceiling, it can date your home to a buyer. Before you show your home, consider painting the ceiling with flat white paint. If you have crown molding, make sure you use the same ceiling paint for a consistent professional look.
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How To Find The Right House Painter for Your Alpharetta Home

We offer a 3-Year No Fear! Warranty. 
Professional residential painting services
that will exceed your expectations.

Maintaining our homes is an important task and often helps us feel content in our surroundings, but you want to be certain you understand what professional house painter does – and doesn’t – do, and how they operate before you allow them access to your home.

Finding residential house painters who are licensed, insured and committed to excellence is important to receiving a quality paint job on your biggest investment--your home.

Check out companies at www.bbb.org before signing a contract and discuss the following:

• What are your credentials, experience and training.
• Are you insured.
• What is the process and preparation.  Gain a clear understanding of what they do and how they go about doing it.
• How you can best prepare for a professional  to come to your home. Find out specifically what the painter needs from you (you may need to commit personal time to get your home prepared for the process).
• Be clear about your budget and do not sign any contracts until you fully understand what is or isn’t included in the service.
• Get clarification on what their services include, for example, purchasing of supplies for the organization process.
• Ask for an estimate on how long the projects you have in mind will take to complete. Inquire about what might change/modify the timeline.
• Find out how the house painter disposes of items removed from your home or office and if there are additional fees. 

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• Licensed and Insured
• Atlanta Better Business Bureau Member
• Interior and Exterior House Painting Coupons
• Drywall Patch Services + Professional House Prep
• 3-Year No Fear! Warranty

The Importance of Exterior House Prep Before Painting Your Home

A. L. Painting recommends that if you have a
house with any hardie plank product,
you spray-paint the hardie plank product,
and hand brush all the woodwork.

Extensive preparation to the exterior surfaces of the home is required when considering the desired results of exterior house painting.

While spray painting the exterior surface is appropriate, some home owners consider brush exterior painting for a lustrous, rich finish that is hand applied by a exterior painting professional.

How We Prep Your House For Professional Exterior Painting Results

    • Pressure wash the entire exterior
    (removes loose and peeling paint, mold and mildew, dust and pollen)
    * Please allow a day of full sun to ensure complete exterior drying
    • Cracks and holes are filled in and sanded smooth
    • Remaining peeling paint is hand scraped
    • Bare wood is primed by hand
    • Shrubbery, plant beds and flowers are covered for protection
    • Windows and decorative doors are covered with plastic sheeting

The truth is, exterior painting is not where you want to cut corners. Using anything less than a high quality paint and premium painting supplies could make your home vulnerable.

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how we prep the exterior of a house prior to painting

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