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It All Begins with the Prep Work for your Exterior Home Painting
With painting, attention to the tiniest details can result in the most profound differences in the outcome. That’s why we begin every job by thoroughly assessing each new home in all its uniqueness and individual specifications. Attention to each and every aspect of your home and its present condition enables us to conduct the prep work that is key to providing an amazing overall paint product. Any successful painting project begins with comprehensive prep work that effectively sets the stage to lay the paint. We begin prepping your Gresham home by power spraying it to clean off all the mildew and moss, the grime, dust, and dirt. When this has been done, we then scrape all exterior paint surfaces to clear away all remaining detritus. When we arrive at a scoured clean and smooth surface, we are ready to begin painting.
Interior Painting
The interior painting process must be minimally disruptive to you and your family. As your Gresham house painter, we will accommodate your busy schedule all year round—including the winter months.
Lead Paint Stabilization
Any home constructed before 1978 may have lead paint. In 1991 the EPA stated that lead-based paint is considered the “number one environmental threat to children’s health in the United States.”
Historic Home Restoration Contractor
Working on historical and vintage homes is a specialized skill set. Understanding the construction methods and materials used for these periods is crucial to these restorations. SFW Painting Contractor specializes in historical home restoration in Portland, Vancouver, and Seattle.
First Layer: The Primer
The first coat of paint we apply to the exterior of your Gresham home is the primer – which helps to seal your home, enables the final coat to adhere better, and increases the durability of the overall painting product. A quality primer paint is just as important as a quality final coat paint. That’s why we use only the finest professional paints available from Rodda, Miller and Sherwin Williams.
The Crowning Layer!
Once the primer coat has been laid, we’re ready to put down the final coat of paint. We encourage you to select colors you love, that resonate with your personality and make you feel happy and alive. Your home is where you live, the second body of sorts, so you should make it look and feel the way you want.
Gresham Paint Contractor with Deep Roots in the Construction Industry
SFW Painting Contractor is a division of SFW Construction. We handle all the painting needs and if you need any repairs–like siding, dry rot, or anything else construction-related, SFW Construction steps in seamlessly to keep the project on schedule.
Painting Resources
Please browse through our checklists, how-to articles, videos, and blog posts to learn more about our approach to the exterior painting process first, how we prepare; second, the lead paint removal and renovation process; and third, the tools we use to keep your family and us safe during a renovation.
Understanding Exterior Painting Prep
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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.No, We Can’t Just Paint Over The Rot
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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.Can You Paint Vinyl Siding?
4 MIN READ
Explore the dos and don'ts of painting vinyl siding in our detailed guide. Learn about selecting the right paint, preparing the surface, and applying techniques that ensure durability and enhance aesthetics. Get expert tips on maintaining your newly painted siding to keep your home looking great for years.Finance Your Paint Project
One of the ways we serve our clients is by offering multiple payment options. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. We have also built the best direct-dealer financing program of any local contractor. We can provide loans of up to $100,000.00 with terms for 2-14 years in length with payments as low as $35.00 per month.
Finance some or all of your project, no down payment required.