The Importance of Color Consistency When Painting

When painting the walls and ceilings of your home or business, you want to make sure that the color is consistent. The professionals can do it, so it isn’t impossible for you to do it too! If you are going to be tackling the task of painting yourself, here are some pro tips to ensure a beautiful result and consistent paint job!

Be Prepared!

Once you decide on the color you are going to use, make sure you buy enough paint. It is best to overestimate since it is ok to have extra on hand for any touchups. Of course, you also have to make sure you have the right tools for the job. A 5 gallon bucket is going to be very useful to mix up the paint so that the color is more consistent. You can pour any extra paint back into the can and properly store for later if needed. You will also need a tray, roller and paint brush.

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It is actually quite simple to ensure a consistent paint job, you just need to pay attention to the details! For a consistent paint job, you need to be consistent with your technique. A roller and tray is going to save you a lot of time when painting bigger areas. First, paint the edges with a paint brush, then use a roller to blend and smooth the paint. Just make sure you are doing this while the paint is still wet. Remember to always wash the rollers when changing paint colors!

When painting, make sure to paint the strokes down to the floor and apply the same amount of pressure with each stroke. If you add an extra layer of paint, make sure you are adding the same number of layers all over the wall or ceiling. Make sure that paint dries completely then apply another layer.

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Why You Should Update Your Home’s Paint Before Selling

You might be thinking about selling your home, but you might want to consider updating the interior and exterior paint of your home before putting it on the market!

There are many upgrades and fixes that you will need to do across your home to increase the chances of a better sale. With freshly painted walls, the new buyer doesn’t have to worry about the renovation of the home after buying it, which might help you increase the sale price.

Important Rooms to Focus On 

Kitchen

The kitchen is a big selling point of any home. This is because many people spend a lot of time in their kitchen. Update your kitchen’s paint with bright and cool colors like a dark blue, light green, teal or even orange.

Living Room

The living room is used as a relaxing area so you want to consider painting the living room with cool shades. Since it is a calming atmosphere, think about using shades of grey and teal. You can also add a touch of bright yellow, red or orange.

Bathrooms

Just like the kitchen, the bathrooms are very important selling points. Attractive bathrooms are going to increase your chances of selling your home at the right price. Stick to paint colors like greens and blues since they go with many things and can easily decorate it. Plus, features like silver faucets will go well with these colors.

Reasons to Take the Time to Upgrade Your Home’s Paint

  • Adds value to your home
  • Creates better photos for a better listing price
  • Adds curb appeal
  • Shows that the home has been well maintained
  • Makes the home cleaner, so it is ready to move into
  • Saves the seller time

The exterior of your home is also important to upkeep since it does had value to your home and even to your neighborhood. Focus on fixing the entryways and around the doors. This way, your home is appealing as soon as someone pulls up and walks in.

Ready. Set. Paint.

Whether you’re planning on painting the exterior and interior of your home as a do-it-yourself project, or you’re going to have a professional do the work, considering your budget and time you plan to stay in the home will help you select your paint with confidence.

If you’d rather leave this one to the pros, or have questions about warranties or an upcoming painting project, just click below to contact us or to learn more about our painting company. East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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Updating the Paint Without Impacting Your Business

There is going to be a time when your business may need to update the exterior or interior paint. Of course, you always want your business to look its best, so renovations are going to be expected every few years. So, how do you update the paint without having to close your business? Luckily, there are ways to do this without disrupting your operations!

Set-up Areas

Always make sure to set-up designated areas that are closed off for painting. This means roping off the areas that you are working on, so only work on one area at a time. This will help direct traffic and keep customers safe as well as keeping the area clean and avoiding any chaos, especially near the entrance.

Notify Your Customers

Before and during your renovation, always notify your customers! Do this by posting flyers and sending out emails. Make sure you give plenty of notice and let customers know how long you anticipate the renovation to last. Also, explain what they can expect and how this renovation will better the business. This should hopefully minimize any angry customers.

Work Around Your Hours

Be smart when it comes to working on your renovations. Take advantage of your slow times and try to do most of the work outside of regular business hours. This way, painting either the interior or exterior of your business will not impact employees doing their job or your customers. Painting can produce strong fumes, which can be an issues. In addition to these fumes, the noise and burden of all the equipment can get in the way.

Be Ready for Complaints

Even if you do everything right, there is going to be customers who will complain no matter. Be prepared for this and handle these complaints head on. Just be honest with your customers and apologize to them. Also, ensure that the new paint project will make things better. Let them know that their input is valuable and always take the time to listen.

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If you’d rather leave this one to the pros, or have questions about warranties or an upcoming painting project, just click below to contact us or to learn more about our painting company. East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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Important Things to Ask Your Professional Painter

It is the time of year when you might want to update the exterior or interior paint of your home or business. This means you are probably thinking of hiring a professional painter so that the job gets done right. Before you move forward with a professional painting company, make sure you talk with the company and ask questions. You always want to ensure you are working with a reputable, reliable and trusting painting company.

Reputation

The reputation of the painting company you are looking to hire is extremely crucial. First, find out how long they have been in business as experience is key to a flawless paint job. At East Valley Painters, we have been proudly serving the Valley for 30 years. We also have positive reviews across the web and also many satisfied customers from the past who have nothing but praise for us.

Reliable

On top of a stellar reputation, the painting company you work with needs to be reliable. The right company will always arrive promptly and on time. A reliable painting company like East Valley Painters will also pay close attention to detail during all of their jobs and always provide superior quality work. We also always use the best tools and materials.

Trusting

A trusting painting company will offer a warranty, which includes labor and materials. East Valley Painters is home to Arizona’s 10-year warranty, so you know you will always be satisfied with your paint job. In addition to the warranty, you will be able to receive a free quote for your painting job from East Valley Painters. After finishing the job, our team always does an impeccable job cleaning up.

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At East Valley Painters, we are always honest and upfront with our cost and will provide you with a free estimate before starting any job. Our team is always punctual, delivering high-quality service. East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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When is the Right Time to Update the Exterior and Interior Paint of My Home?

Updating the exterior or interior paint of your home can be a big decision. Before starting the tedious project, make sure it is the right time to do so!

Interior Paint

Maybe it is time to change the color of your walls in the bathroom or you just want to update the paint in your living room. It might not always be the right time. However, you never want to wait too long to get the job done. So, when is the perfect time to update the interior paint of your home?

First, make sure you have enough funds to cover the cost. You also want to make sure you are able to have some of your house under construction while the job gets done. This means that if you are expecting company or throwing a party, it might not be the right time to update your interior’s paint.

Keep in mind that certain rooms need to have their paint updated more frequently. Your living room is used often, but if you choose to use durable paint, you can get by updating it every 5 to 7 years. The walls in your kitchen and bathrooms can get dirty easily with water spots and food spots. Depending on how much these rooms are used, you might need to update the paint every 3 to 4 years. Bedroom walls can usually go around 5 years if not longer. However, kids’ rooms should have the paint updated every 2 to 3 years. Hallways might also have to be updated every 3 years, depending on how much traffic it sees.

Exterior Paint

The exterior paint of your home also needs to be updated at the right time. Weather can play a large role in finding the right time. You never want to paint the outside of your home when it is too warm, too windy or raining, this can really mess up the paint job. In Arizona, the best time to update the exterior paint of your home is on sunny days in the spring or fall. In some other parts of the country, their homes see harsh rain, hail and snow. Because of this, the paint should be updated every 4 to 5 years. Luckily in Arizona, we only see extreme heat, dust and little rain. This means we can get by updating our home’s exterior paint every 8 to 10 years.

Hire a Professional

If you are thinking of painting the interior and exterior of your home, you should consider hiring a professional to get the job done right. East Valley Painters uses the best tools and most durable paint, so you will get the most out of your paint job. Plus, professionals know when it is the right time to upgrade your paint! East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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The Impact Lighting Can Have on Paint Colors

Did you know that the lighting in your home can affect the color of your paint? Before redoing the paint throughout your home, pay attention to the lighting to know how it will impact the look of the paint.

The paint colors you choose will not exactly match the samples you view in the store. This is because the lighting is going to be different in your home. In fact, the lighting in your home can change throughout the day thanks to natural light that comes in. It is best to talk with a professional painter about what you want and how the color of the paint will actually appear when considering natural light and artificial light.

Natural Light

Natural light will come through your windows and affect the appearance of your paint color, especially if it is in the position where it will see the sun often. A room that is facing north will bring in soft light and a warm look to the paint colors. This will lead to darker colors appearing more dark and lighter colors more mellow, adding a touch of blue from the light. A room that is facing south with receive more intense light leading dark colors to appear more bright. This will also cause white or light walls to wash out a room more. During the evening, a room that faces the west will bring in a warmth, adding orange and red hues to more deep colors. A room that faces in the east will see more green hues and the natural light will brighten the room.

It is a good idea to always test the colors in the room with actual natural light. You can do this by adding a sample of color to the wall in the morning and checking it throughout the day. This will give you an idea on how the color will look at each time of the day.

Artificial Light

Most artificial light comes in the form of either fluorescent, incandescent and halogen bulbs. The light in each room will change the look of the color of the paint. Fluorescent light will cool down the color of the pain and tends to go well with blue or green colors. Incandescent bulbs will add warmth to yellow and amber colors while brightening red and oranges. This lighting will dull out cool colors. Halogen bulbs are the closest to natural light and can cool down some colors and brighten white walls.

Always check samples of the paint color in the room that you are going to paint so you can see how it will look with the correct lighting. Keep in mind that an empty room will also affect this, so make sure there is some furniture in the room when doing this for a more realistic look.

 

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Prolong the Longevity of Exterior Paint Jobs By Using Protective Coatings

Houses can get hit with extreme elements like high temperatures, strong winds and other harsh weather conditions. Especially in Arizona where we see plenty of sunshine and dust storms, the exterior paint of your home can easily get damaged and making it difficult to do constant paint touch-ups. Luckily, you can provide protection to your paint job with specialized protective coatings.

Variety of Options

Just like with any paint, you will have a variety of options to choose from when it comes to protective coatings like gloss, matte and semi-matte. These protective coatings are ideal for your roof and other spots that they see direct sunlight. There are even protective coatings that come with protective thermal properties, which is great for any home’s exterior. Ceramic coating is a durable, long-lasting option that helps your paint from chipping away and from fading. Since Arizona sees lots of sunshine and high winds, the weather can severely impact the exterior paint of your home. Homes that are painted with basic latex and acrylic paints usually need to be repaired every 3 to 7 years. When using exterior protective coatings, your home’s exterior paint can last over 10 years.

Quality of Protective Coatings

You get what you pay for and this couldn’t be any more true when it comes to paint, especially protective coatings. High quality paint and services can get expensive upfront, but you will be pleased with the finished product and it will actually save you money along with time in the end. The need of maintaining and reapplying poorly done exterior paint jobs will add up and using high-quality products and protective coatings is a great investment for your home. 

Let the Experts Do It!

Leave it to the professionals at East Valley Painters to apply protective coatings. Our team of painters will ensure that the job is done right and has the experience applying not just exterior paint, but also exterior protective paint coatings. East Valley Painters has been proudly serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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The Benefits of Using Paint Over Wallpaper

Even though wallpaper might be making a comeback, there are many benefits to using paint to decorate your wall. The new year often brings new changes, especially to the interior of your home. When making these changes make sure that you are picking the right option for you. Remember, it can be easy to update your interior and add flare to your home with wallpaper or a fresh coat of paint.

Wallpaper? Paint? Or Both?

Of course you want to be creative when you are adding to your home’s walls and when it comes to choosing wallpaper or paint, location does matter. Are you looking to be daring? You will have more options with wallpaper. Fun prints and bold colors work well in rooms like bathrooms. Or you can even just do one wall with a special pattern, this is easily done with wallpaper. If you are looking for just a bold color on a wall, it might be better to use paint. Keep in mind, modern wallpaper is not always the most durable. Rooms with high humidity like kitchens and bathrooms with showers could cause damage easily to wallpaper, causing it to peel away. Also, a room with a lot of windows where sunshine comes through will fade the wallpaper. This is where paint is more beneficial as it will usually give you a lasting and flawless finish for many years.

Personalizing Your Wall

Adding a trendy wall to your room always adds a nice touch. Painting the wall a different color will give options with a number of different shades available. If you are looking for a fun design, wallpapers will add some fun patterns. You can even use wallpaper as a border with a painted wall. Wallpaper is more affordable, but in the long run, it can be easily damaged and can look really tacky if not done right. When it comes to paint though, you can mix the colors to get the right shade you are looking for. This gives you endless options, where you cannot get as customizable with wallpaper.

Things to Remember

Even though paint is more durable than wallpaper, it still isn’t always as durable as you may think. Paint can chip away, but luckily, it is easier to repair than wallpaper. When it comes to something that is waterproof, paint is the best option as high humidity will impact wallpaper. Both paint and wallpaper are easy to clean, so they are good if you have pets and kids since they can easily be wiped down so your walls are always looking their best. It depends on if you are doing it yourself or hiring a professional, but painting your wall can be pretty affordable. Of course, you are going to get what you pay for, so hiring a professional to get your paint job done will give you the best looking option. Wallpaper might be the cheapest option, but consider spending more for higher quality work. It depends on if you are looking to stick to a low budget or spend a little more for longer durability.

Are you looking to update the interior paint in your home? East Valley Painters specializes in residential painting serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years. Contact us today for a free estimate!

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Top 5 Home Improvement Projects for 2019

Have you been putting some remodeling and home improvement projects off? A new year is a great time to put together a to-do list to accomplish all of these projects throughout the year. Since 2019 is quickly approaching, we have come up with 5 basic home improvement projects that should be added to every new year’s resolution list.

  1. Fresh paint

From the inside to the outside of your home, a fresh coat of paint is a great way to start off a new year fresh! East Valley Painters can help you accomplish this with interior and exterior painting services available. Maybe you want to change the color of a room or just add a fresh coat to the exterior of your home. A new paint job adds a clean and beautiful look to any home. Plus, the weather is always ideal in Arizona during January and February, so it is a home improvement project that can help you start off the year right. Keep in mind that neutral colors like grays and beiges are always a safe hit.

  1. Organize closets

A new year is a time to be out with the old and make room for the new. Get organized in 2019 by cleaning out and organizing all of your closets and even kitchen pantries. You might be able to find things you have been looking for or toss out things that should have been gone years ago.

  1. Service your HVAC Unit

You want your HVAC unit to be ready for the warm summer months, so the beginning of the year is a great time to have your unit checked and serviced. Schedule a tune-up before it gets to warm so that you will know your HVAC unit will work properly when you need it in the middle of summer. Don’t forget to change all of the filters and clean the vents!

  1. Clean windows

A fresh coat of paint is going to look even better with clean windows. Or maybe you want to completely upgrade and change your windows. Either way, to improve the look of your home, routinely clean the inside and outside of your windows. Arizona has sunshine year round, so there is always great weather to get the job done. Plus, who doesn’t love windows that sparkle and shine?

  1. Upgrade light fixtures

Improve the style of your home by adding or upgrading your light fixtures. Shine this new year with new stunning fixtures from the inside to the outside of your home. The interior of your home can be even more stylish with the right fixtures in your entryway, hallways, kitchen, and bathrooms. The exterior of your home can add extra style with a new fixture on your porch, entryway or patio. You can also add flair to your yard by updating your landscape by adding or changing out your light fixtures.

If you are looking to update the paint on your home, contact East Valley Painters today for a free estimate. East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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Painting Your Home & Preserving Paint During the Winter

Luckily, we don’t see harsh winters here in Arizona, especially in the valley of the sun. But you still want to be prepared for frozen temperatures if you plan on painting or storing your paint during the winter months, as there are times when the temperatures do dip below freezing overnight in the valley.

Painting During the Cold Months

We usually see pretty nice temperatures throughout the winter months, but you want to make sure you are painting your home during the spring and fall, when you are guaranteed nice temperatures, just in case a cold spell comes through. You can always hire our experienced painters at East Valley Painters to get the job done, but if you decide to do it yourself, make sure you know what you are doing. Some paints can be really thick when it is cold out, needing excessive thinning. Fortunately, there are special additives that can be added to your paint to help apply the thick paint easier in the colder temperatures. Keep in mind that latex paint can freeze easily, so it will need to be thawed. But if it goes through many cycles of being thawed, it could cause the paint to be lumpy, making the paint unusable.

Obviously, cold weather causes slower dry time. You might need to wait longer than usual to add multiple coats. Latex paint will take about 6 hours to dry in the cold weather, but some paints can take up to 48 hours. Make sure to pay attention to the ingredients and read the labels for more direction. Colder weather can also cause cracking or the paint to bubble. You can always apply extra coats to conceal, but remember, this will take you more time! There are special paints that are made for the cold weather along with special rollers and brushes to handle the thick paint. Check your local paint store for these options.

Storing Paint

After your paint job is done and you have leftover paint, you need to store it smartly so it doesn’t go to waste. It is wise not to store your paint in the garage as it could easily freeze when the temperatures dip below freezing overnight. Try to store in a closet at room temperature. Oil-based paint is usually not an issue as it usually doesn’t freeze easily, but it is still better to store in room temperature. You also don’t want to store your paint in damaged containers. Always store paints in a 100 percent vacuum sealed jar or container. You can always find these at your local paint store or hardware store if the original container gets damaged.

The winter months are almost upon us, but it isn’t too late to update the exterior paint of your home. If you’d rather leave this one to the pros, or have questions about warranties or an upcoming painting project, just click below to contact us or to learn more about our painting company. East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

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