Cost and Tips on Hiring Painters for the Exterior of Your Home

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When hiring a painting contractor, paint and supplies make up about 15-25 percent of the cost, while 75-85 percent goes for labor. Costs typically average $1,500-$3,000 for an average single-story, three-bedroom home, but easily run $3,000-$5,500 or more for a multi-story or multi-level larger house.

Fresh paint not only brightens and updates a home's exterior, it also provides a protective seal against weather damage.

Get estimates from several contractors, request and contact references, search for complaints at the Better Business Bureau and check that the company is properly bonded and insured, as well as licensed in your state. Only pay a small deposit, and don't pay the entire amount until the job is finished to your complete satisfaction (both painting and cleanup).

Contractors' prices are sometimes lower in early spring or late fall--the off-season, when fewer people want their houses painted--than in peak summer months. Or ask about a lower price if the job is done as a fill-in, with the work done in-between other projects.

Additional Costs:

• Rotted wood or siding should be replaced, and all loose boards or trim fixed; if extensive repairs are needed, that adds to the cost of the project. Prices will vary depending on the type and extent of the damage.
• Changing from a light to a dark color or vice versa means more coats of paint and can add up to 25 percent or more contractors' estimates.

READ MORE>> home.costhelper.com: Cost of Painting a House - Estimates and Prices Paid

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How to do a Stellar Paint Job in Your Home!

Paint will refresh everything!

Your home is the place you go to get away from the stress of work and traffic, and it gives you a sense of security and comfort, so why not use one of the best and least expensive home interior decorating techniques to help create the sanctuary you want. Getting rid of the stark white walls and having the home painted is about the most basic thing you can do for a fairly quick dramatic difference.

To start with, narrow your selection to a few colors that seem to complement, rather than compete with, your furniture and furnishings.

Don't select very bright colors unless you are certain that you want your walls to be the focal point in the room.

Your best bet is to find the most neutral shades for the colors that you have in mind. For example, if there are seven shades of red paint, the most neutral shade will be the one in the middle of the bunch.

To add further interest, here are some things you can do after the initial paint job:

1. Faux painting - (pronounced "foe") means "false". To faux paint is to paint one object to resemble another. With this interior painting idea, you can use paint to create the illusion of natural materials such as wood, marble, granite, etc. One easy faux painting technique is called Rag Painting. It can really provide an elegant look to your walls. This technique first requires you to add a a coat of satin finish paint (in your desired color) to the walls. When this coat is dry, you will then apply a glaze in a lighter or darker color. As the glaze is being applied, you'll gently press a bunched up rag against the wall to achieve the desired affect.
   
2. Wall Stenciling - this interior painting idea involves applying color to a wall, floor, or ceiling through cutout areas of a template that create a design. When the cutout template or stencil is removed, the pattern remains. The pattern can be of anything you like including animals, stars, geometric patterns, flowers, the alphabet, etc. The process is very easy and it will add texture to your room. Also, a stencil design can be used over and over again anywhere in your home.
   
3. Rubber Stamping - This is super fast and easy, and will give you unbelievable results! You may be familiar with using rubber stamping techniques to create greeting cards and other small handmade gifts. Now you can use those techniques on your walls.

READ MORE>> HomeDecoratingMadeEasy.com: Interior Painting Ideas
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How to Hire a Painter in Four Easy Steps

Get the paint job you need
checked off your to-do list.

Have you been putting off getting your home professionally painted? Maybe this Spring is a good time to finally get it done...
and here are simple instructions:

1. Get Personal Referrals and References. Ask friends, neighbors and colleagues who have hired paint contractors in the past five years for referrals or recommendations based on their experiences. Online neighborhood groups can be a great way to do this efficiently. Once you have several referrals, call at least three paint contractors to get estimates.
   
2. Get Onsite House-painting Estimates. Ask your narrowed pool of potential painters for an estimate. Be wary of any who offer estimates without visiting your home -- an experienced contractor must take measurements of the project space and inspect potentially problematic surfaces before estimating how much paint, time and repair work are needed to do the job correctly. Walk through the project area or show the contractor every area that requires painting so he can give an accurate estimate.
   
3. Plan the Specifics of the Painting Job. Tell your potential painter as much as you can about your expectations ahead of time, including the color and sheen of the paint. Discuss the time frame for the entire project, as well as what hours and which days work will be done.
   
4. Write it Down in Contract Form. Once you've chosen a paint contractor, ask for a written contract spelling out everything you've agreed upon, including cost, time frame and cleanup details. Read the agreement carefully to make sure it covers all of your concerns, as well as how potential complaints, paint omissions or issues should be handled once the project is complete.

READ MORE>> eHow.com: How to Hire a Painter

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How to Choose the Right Painting Contractor

You will be able to relax while a
team paints your home if you
have done "your homework."

Some pretty basic steps for choosing the right professional contractor to paint your home are of course to first ask around, maybe on a neighborhood website or local social media to save time, in order to get some names to start calling. Then it is pretty standard to narrow them down to three candidates and ask for some on-site estimates. And of course it's important to be very specific about work expectations and details before the job has begun and to finalize things in writing.

But what exactly do you say or look for in the interview and what exactly should be in the contract?

Here are some questions to ask during each interview:

• How long have you been in business?
• Do you have the proper/required licenses? (This varies by state, and some states may not require licensing.)
• Do you have insurance and bonding? (This helps determine whether your contractor and any hired workers are insured for injury and liability.)
• Are you a member of any national or local painting contractors' associations?
• Do you subcontract your work or perform it yourself?
• Can you provide references?
• Do you offer written guarantees of your work?
• What products do you use?

Behavior to notice when meeting each candidate:

• Does the contractor project a sense of professionalism and experience?
• Is the contractor courteous and business-like?
• Is the contractor busy? (Good ones usually are.)
• Does the contractor return phone calls and provide estimates in a timely manner?
• Is the contractor on time for appointments?

What exactly should be in the contract:

• What exactly is being painted (house, trim, walls, molding, etc.)
• Details on preparation and cleanup
• Paint colors for each area to be painted
• How the contractor will protect plants, patios, furniture, or other items
• How much time the project will take, from start to finish
• When and how the contractor will be paid

READ MORE>> benjaminmoore.com: How to Find and Hire the Right Painting Contractor

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Lighten and Brighten Your Kitchen

Painting cabinets white is tasteful
 and brightens a dark kitchen.

Kitchens are often one of the most utilized areas of a home, so their decoration requires a lot of thought. Dark kitchen designs are usually not as visually pleasing as light-filled decors.

You can illuminate your kitchen in multiple ways, ranging from painting existing walls and cabinetry to adding colorful accessories and mirrors.

Bright kitchens sometimes feel larger, which is an added benefit, especially for a small room.

A Few Ideas:

• Use a light color palette to create a light kitchen decor. Paint the walls a light hue, such as soft tan, creamy white or buttercup yellow, to help reflect the light in the room and give the entire space a light-filled backdrop.
• Incorporate myriad lighting fixtures into the bright kitchen design. Use under-the-cabinet lights to illuminate dark countertop areas. These specialty fixtures provide much-needed light to the countertop surfaces.
• Add a mirror to a sink area with no window to instantly brighten the space and give it added dimension. Coordinate the mirror frames with the colors and style of the room for best visual appeal.
• Display a group of vintage aprons on a peg shelf to add color to the space. Showcase a collection of brightly hued dishes in an open cabinet or hang colored plates on a soffit area to add light, height and design to the kitchen.

READ MORE >> HOMEGUIDES.SFGATE.COM: How to Make a Kitchen Brighter

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2015 Color Trend Report

Do something stylish
with your professional
interior paint job.

This Color Trend Report predicts the colors that will be gracing the walls of homes across the country next year.

Spring/Summer 2015 color trends aren't just for the runways.

Paint color authorities have released their 2015 Color Trend Report, highlighting the four color palettes that they predict to be most stylish.

Will these be the most popular paint colors of 2015?

1. The Nuanced Neutrals collection features weathered, rustic colors including a dusty aqua and light tan ideal for walls, when paired with charcoal, copper, and citrus orange accents.
    
2. Keep the Frosted Pastels collection from feeling too sweet by adding zesty bright accents and dark touches of mauve or black for extra dimension.
3. The Deep Dreams collection includes serene and dreamy colors like teal, charcoal, and eggplant that are meant to evoke a mystical atmosphere. In a bedroom, the colors help create a relaxing feel when mixed with white trim, richly patterned textiles, and metallic gold accessories.
4. The Social Brights collection features energetic, eye-popping colors that help create a lively place for conversation—perfect for a dining room. Best used sparingly, you can balance out the brights with neutral shades of gray on adjoining walls, trim, or the ceiling. These six colors are also perfect for painting small decorative accessories for a pop of color on shelving displays.

SEE PALETTE HERE >> countryliving.com: Will These Be The Most Popular Paint Colors of 2015?

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Have Fun as You Prepare for Your House Painting with This New Color Tool

A good professional painting
 service can help you obtain
and apply the colors YOU love!

Paint manufacturer Sherwin-Williams is taking a very bold step into the digital world with their latest interactive paint color matching tool!

Though we've seen our fair share of paint palette generators, this particular version has proven to be an oddly addictive way to spend a morning!

"Chip It!" draws from the idea behind Pinterest, which lets anyone make inspiration boards of their favorite images found from the web, through a free downloadable tool. In the case of "Chip It!," you would download a similar tool to your browser's toolbar, which will allow you to take your favorite image and put it in the "Chip It!" site. Next, the site will automatically pull a paint palette inspired by that image, using Sherwin-William's huge library of paint colors. The resulting palette can be saved for quick access during your next paint project.

READ MORE AND ACCESS THE TOOL HERE >> HuffingtonPost.com: Sherwin-Williams Launches Chip It Paint Color Palette Tool 

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Top 3 Secrets Revealed Why It’s Not A Good Idea For YOU To Paint The Interior Rooms of Your Home 

Seriously!

 If you are considering painting the interior of your house…Beware. You are probably not a professional painter by trade (probably should get one of those).

When was the last time you painted the interior of your home… ever. If you have done painting before, it might not have been that great and honestly… Do you want the insides of your house looking sloppy and all over the place? With runny paint, or too much paint, uneven layers or all the other horrible things that can go wrong from doing it yourself?

Let us take a serious look at this… Why You Do Not Want to Paint the Interior of Your Home: 

• You are not a professional – so you probably should hire a professional who is GOOD at what he or she does. 
• You do not want to waste your time. You have WAY more important things to be doing with your busy schedule than painting the insides of your house. 
• You do not get an awesome deal. Right now you can get 10% off your ENTIRE interior painting job, get a PROFESSIONAL painter, and make the insides of your house a place you absolutely love to come home to. 

Please reconsider painting your own house. Now, go collect this great deal and get 10% off your entire interior painting job by clicking here.

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Hiring a Professional Lawrenceville House Painter

Hiring a professional painting
service can literally save
you hours upon hours of work.

Hiring a professional makes a big difference. They are the professional after all, and most likely have more experiencing painting than you do.

If you want to make your Lawrenceville Georgia home sparkle and shine, then hiring a professional painting service is a no brainer.

Hiring a professional interior and exterior painting service in Lawrenceville can give you benefits such as these:

• Proper preparation and quality paint will make for a painting job that lasts for years and years to come. 
• The professional knows the value of preparation,thus he preps for your house painting jobs extremely thoroughly to make sure all his ducks are in a row. 
• The choices are staggering today. There is a lot more out there on the market place in today's time and age than just oil base or latex base coatings. Because of this, hiring a professional painting service can literally save you hours upon hours. These people know the difference between the two as well as familiar with other types of paint. Most of all, they know when to use the right kind of paint for the right kind of the job. 
• They understand their tools thoroughly and how to use them correctly. 

A lot of this sounds small. In the long run this is very important. If you want to have an amazing house painting job (as I am sure you do, since few people want an underwhelming job) then hiring a professional Lawrenceville painting service is a logical requirement.

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Top 3 Secrets Revealed Why It’s Not A Good Idea For YOU To Paint The Interior Rooms of Your Home 

Seriously!

 If you are considering painting the interior of your house…Beware. You are probably not a professional painter by trade (probably should get one of those).

When was the last time you painted the interior of your home… ever. If you have done painting before, it might not have been that great and honestly… Do you want the insides of your house looking sloppy and all over the place? With runny paint, or too much paint, uneven layers or all the other horrible things that can go wrong from doing it yourself?

Let us take a serious look at this… Why You Do Not Want to Paint the Interior of Your Home: 

• You are not a professional – so you probably should hire a professional who is GOOD at what he or she does. 
• You do not want to waste your time. You have WAY more important things to be doing with your busy schedule than painting the insides of your house. 
• You do not get an awesome deal. Right now you can get 10% off your ENTIRE interior painting job, get a PROFESSIONAL painter, and make the insides of your house a place you absolutely love to come home to. 

Please reconsider painting your own house. Now, go collect this great deal and get 10% off your entire interior painting job by clicking here.

Please visit:

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• Good To Know! Questions to Ask Your House Painter
• Atlanta House Painting Services by A. L. Painting
• Atlanta Better Business Bureau Member Since 2001

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Locating Quality Eco Friendly Paint In Atlanta

A. L. Painting Co. professional
house painters carefully apply
your paint, stain,varnish
or other finishes

Green Conscious Home Owners

Green conscious home owners in Atlanta often try to find ways to remodel while keeping the environment in mind. One way to do this is by utilizing eco friendly paint for the exterior of the home.

The question then becomes, what kind to use?




A do-it-yourselfer can take a tip from professionals that offer exterior house painting services by picking a thick paint. Thicker paints contain more solids to lock out moisture and increase the paints durability.

 Of course, one can also choose to hire a contractor that offers exterior house painting services to get the job done. Such a professional will be able to specify which will work best on the exterior of the home. For example, an expert will take into consideration the state of the home’s disrepair as well as the type of paint that would cover stone, brick and wood paneling.

A. L. Painting Company not only offers budget friendly exterior house painting services but they can cater to the environmentally conscious with eco friendly materials upon request.

Servicing Atlanta, Alpharetta and Roswell, A. L. Painting has the experience to provide the high quality house painting services you’ll need to give your home a facelift.

Call to learn more about our affordable, low cost plans today.

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