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We Can Provide A 100% Lead-Free Home
Owning a home is quite an accomplishment. It’s something to be proud of. Having put so much time and effort into what is likely your largest asset, you want your home to be a healthy and safe environment for yourself and your family. However, if your home was built before 1978, it may contain lead, which can cause lead poisoning and a range of significant health problems.
Interior Painting
The interior painting process must be minimally disruptive to you and your family. As your Snoqualmie 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.
Lead Safe Renovation Firm
SFW Painting is a certified Lead Safe Renovation Firm that has conducted professional lead paint inspection and lead paint removal in Snoqualmie and throughout the Northwest for over a decade. We can help you find out if your older or historic home contains lead paint and if so, formulate an effective and affordable strategy to remove it. Our lead paint inspection involves examining all layers of paint in the interior and exterior of your home. When lead paint is found, our Snoqualmie lead paint removal entails state-of-the-art techniques, including UV scraping, electric paint shaving, and lead paint encapsulation. Because lead paint is so toxic, removing it from your home is best accomplished by trained experts with experience in lead paint removal.
Yes, Lead Paint is Very Bad for You!
In 1978 the Environmental Protection Agency banned the use of lead paint in residential construction because it was found to cause developmental disorders, learning disabilities and behavioral problems in children. Lead paint also causes anemia, seizures, internal organ damage, and brain and nervous system impairments in adults. According to the World Health Organization, in 2017 a million people died from lead poisoning and over 24 million suffered serious health problems from exposure to lead paint. But this is a problem that can be avoided!
How Lead Paint in Your Home is Ingested
Lead is a known and toxic heavy metal entirely unfit for human ingestion. Lead paint is ingested by children and animals when paint peels and chips fall to the floor. It can also be inadvertently ingested when lead paint dust particulates settle on household surfaces. However, lead paint is most commonly ingested via breathing when dust particulates are emitted into the air through the use of windows and doors painted with lead paint.
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.