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Expert Lead-Based Paint Removal
Lead paint in your home is a problem because it can lead to lead poisoning, which is something you want to avoid! SFW Painting provides expert lead paint removal in Enumclaw that will restore your home to a safe and hospitable, lead-free condition. We are a certified Lead Safe Renovation Firm with years of successful experience serving our customers with lead paint inspection and lead paint removal services.
Interior Painting
The interior painting process must be minimally disruptive to you and your family. As your Enumclaw 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.
Why You Need Professional Lead Paint Removal
Lead is a dangerous substance that can cause serious health problems. So lead paint removal should be conducted by trained professionals who know how to remove lead paint without exposing themselves or others to lead contamination. SFW Painting employs proven technologies to remove lead paint safely from your home without exposing you to lead poisoning. Using UV scraping, electric paint shaving, lead encapsulation, and good ole fashioned hand scraping, along with advanced clean-up technologies, we ensure all the lead paint is removed from your home and property.
Dangers of Lead Paint
In 1978 lead paint was banned by the Environmental Protection Agency because the US Federal government found that it caused severe health problems. Children exposed to lead poisoning from lead paint can experience learning disabilities, behavioral issues, nausea, and vomiting. Adults can suffer from seizures, brain, and nervous system impairment, organ damage, anemia, even death.
How Lead Paint Is Ingested
As a home gets older, the paint begins to peel away, crack, chip and fall to the floor and other household surfaces, where curious small children and animals may eat it. Lead paint residue on tabletops and eating utensils can be inadvertently ingested. And the EPA has stated that no amount of lead ingestion is safe. Lead paint is also ingested when doors and windows are used, emitting lead particulates into the air, where it is breathed in.
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
3 MIN READ
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
2 MIN READ
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.