# SFW Painting Contractor: Elite Exterior Painting Contractor

> EPA Lead\-Safe certified painting contractor in Portland\. Exterior \& interior painting, dry rot repair \& renovations\. Get a free estimate today\.

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## Pages
- [About Us](https://sfwpainting.com/about/)
- [Contact Us \| Free Estimate](https://sfwpainting.com/contact/)
- [Commercial Painting](https://sfwpainting.com/commercial-painting/)
- [Interior Painting](https://sfwpainting.com/interior-painting/)
- [Lead Paint Removal](https://sfwpainting.com/lead-safe-removal-portland/)
- [Historic Restorations](https://sfwpainting.com/historic-home-restoration/)
- [Exterior Painting](https://sfwpainting.com/exterior-painting/)
- [FAQs](https://sfwpainting.com/faqs/)

## Posts
- [No, We Can’t Just Paint Over The Rot](https://sfwpainting.com/no-we-cant-just-paint-over-the-rot/): \<p class="blog\-time"\>2 MIN READ\</p\>
Painting over rot is a temporary fix that hides but doesn't solve the underlying issue\. Rot, caused by prolonged moisture exposure, weakens wood and can lead to structural damage, health hazards, and increased repair costs\. Proper treatment involves eliminating moisture sources, removing rotted wood, treating the area, and then repairing and painting the affected parts\.
- [Understanding Exterior Painting Prep](https://sfwpainting.com/understanding-exterior-painting-prep/): \<p class="blog\-time"\>3 MIN READ\</p\>
Exterior painting transcends mere color application; it demands meticulous preparation, the cornerstone of any successful painting endeavor\. This preparatory phase ensures optimal paint adhesion, longevity, and aesthetic appeal\. Through detailed inspection, surface cleaning, sanding, caulking, and priming, we lay the groundwork for a finish that is both durable and visually striking\.

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