How to Treat Mould Before Painting (And Why You Can’t Just Paint Over It)

Painting over mould doesn't kill it. It's still there underneath the new coat, and in most cases it will find its way back through within a few months, often looking worse than it did before you painted. A stain sits on

What Does Prep Work Include?

Prep work is the biggest difference between a paint job that lasts two years and one that lasts ten or more. It's also the easiest thing for a quote to leave out, because it doesn't show up in the finished photos

How Many Coats of Paint Do You Actually Need?

Two coats is the industry standard for residential painting work. A single coat is one of the most consistent indicators of a quote that's been sharpened at the expense of the result, and one of the most common reasons a paint

What Brand of Paint Should Your Painter Use?

Quotes that specify "quality paint" without any further detail are telling you almost nothing. The brand is a starting point, but without more details, you have no way of knowing what's actually going on your walls. Professional painters in Australia typically

Painting Contracts and Deposits in NSW: What to Agree Before Work Starts

You've compared quotes, chosen your painter, and now someone's asking for a deposit. What's a reasonable amount? What should be in writing before you hand anything over? For most homeowners this is the part of the process that feels the least

How to Vet and Hire a Painter in NSW: Licensing, Insurance and Questions to Ask

Hiring a painter sounds simple enough. A couple of quotes, a handshake, and you're done. But anyone who's dealt with peeling paint six months after a job or tried to chase up a tradie who's since vanished knows it's more complicated

What Does a House Painting Quote Include? A Newcastle Homeowner’s Guide

When you’re comparing painting quotes, you might be looking at documents that don’t contain the same information. One is itemised line by line, while another is just a number you got via text message. When the quotes look that different on

How Long Does It Take to Paint a House?

Most people asking how long it takes to paint a house are trying to work out whether they need to move out, how long the kitchen will be off limits, or whether the job will be done before a family event.

Low-VOC vs Standard Paint: Which Is Better for Your Home?

When you paint your home, the type of paint you choose can have a big impact on both the final look and the future air quality of your home. VOCs, or volatile organic compounds, are found in many traditional paints, and

What a Professional Painter Notices About Your Home That You Might Miss

When you’re thinking about painting a space in your home, colour is probably the biggest thing on your mind. But when our team arrives at your property for the first time, it’s usually the last thing we think about. Before a

Category: Residential Painting

How to Treat Mould Before Painting (And Why You Can’t Just Paint Over It)

What Does Prep Work Include?

How Many Coats of Paint Do You Actually Need?

What Brand of Paint Should Your Painter Use?

Painting Contracts and Deposits in NSW: What to Agree Before Work Starts

How to Vet and Hire a Painter in NSW: Licensing, Insurance and Questions to Ask

What Does a House Painting Quote Include? A Newcastle Homeowner’s Guide

How Long Does It Take to Paint a House?

Low-VOC vs Standard Paint: Which Is Better for Your Home?

What a Professional Painter Notices About Your Home That You Might Miss

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