Warning Signs of a Poor Paint Job

As a homeowner, you should be proud of your property rather than self-conscious about its appearance. However, when a poor paint job leaves the exterior or interior rooms dilapidated, it can be frustrating. You spend a lot of time maintaining your yard and cleaning up after the kids, but can only do so much to distract from cracked, fading paint.

A contractor you can trust, M. Brett Painting has been transforming homes and businesses for over 25 years. We outline 3 warning signs to help you avoid another painting disaster.

Lack of Preparation

In many cases, the outcome of a paint job is a direct result of the painter’s preparation. Care before you start a job, as well as during and after, is often the key to painting success. For instance, if primer is not used before applying paint, the color may not shine through as well or have a smooth finish. Let’s take a look at preparing an interior surface vs. an exterior one.

Interior Rooms

Before starting an interior paint job, all furniture and light fixtures should be removed from the room. Cover outlets, windows and floors to prevent paint splatters from staining. The walls should be thoroughly cleaned of dirt, dust and other debris to promote paint adhesion.

A Building’s Exterior

At M. Brett Painting, we pressure wash the exterior of a home or business before applying new paint. Debris is removed from all surfaces, including siding, fencing and decks. Then, the surfaces should be hand scraped and sanded before the project begins.

Painting in Bad Weather

New England weather can be unpredictable, but it is important to plan for ideal conditions when it comes to exterior painting. When the weather is too cold or wet, the paint cannot adhere to the surface or properly dry between coats. Warm temperatures, mild sunshine and low winds are idyllic for exterior painting; otherwise you could start to see cracks early.

Lack of Materials

When a contractor arrives to complete your paint job, he should have all materials and equipment needed for the project. This includes a variety of paint brushes and rollers, caulking tools, ladders, scaffolds and painting accessories. At M. Brett Painting, we work with a variety of materials for a thorough job and offer our clients many decorative options, such as faux finishes and full wall murals.

We understand how important your home is to you. Our team will do everything we can to make its appearance shine bright! Never have a poor paint job again, when you contact M. Brett Painting Co. today.