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Vancouver Lead Paint Removal
Historic homes are wonderful places to live in. The craftsmanship of older homes tends to be imbued with a style and character that is enormously appealing. But if you live in a home that was built before 1978, lead paint could have been used in its construction. And lead paint presents known health hazards to humans and pets.Banned by the Environmental Protection Agency for use in residential homes in 1978, many homes built before that time still contain lead paint.
If you have an older home and are unsure if it has lead paint, you can schedule a lead paint inspection. SFW Painting is a reputable, established painting company that conducts comprehensive Vancouver home lead paint inspections. This process entails examining all layers of paint on the interior and exterior surfaces, including the trim, eaves, soffit, and accents of your home.
Interior Painting
The interior painting process must be minimally disruptive to you and your family. As your Vancouver 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.
Removing the Lead Paint from Your Home
If your home is found to have lead paint, SFW Painting can conduct an environmentally safe Vancouver lead paint removal service, using green strategies such as UV scraping, paint encapsulation, electric paint shaving and hand scraping. As a certified Lead Safe Renovation Firm, we never use dangerous chemicals during our lead paint removal work.
Lead Paint Poisoning
The lead was used in paint up until the late 1970s, at which point it was determined to pose significant health hazards to humans and pets. Lead paint was found to cause serious learning disabilities and behavioral problems in children. As home ages, so does the paint – whereupon it can crack, peel, and crumble in pieces to the floor, where children and pets can ingest it.
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.