There’s a lot of common questions homeowners and DIYers have when it comes to painting your home. Call toll-free 1-866-PAINT-18, visit our Trusted House Painter YouTube channel, or our blog for helpful painting tips and answers to common paint related questions.
Insurance is often something people think about only after something goes wrong. But if an injury or illness prevents you from doing the work that pays the bills, the financial pressure can arrive
Hi, I’m Paul from Trusted House Painter. After 20 years of painting, one question I hear all the time is: “Can you paint over stain?” The short answer: yes. But the approach depends
If you’re planning to install cedar wood shingles or a wooden deck, one of the most common questions is whether you should install the wood first and then stain it, or stain the
If you’ve ever wondered whether professional painters use tape during their projects, you’re not alone. There’s been plenty of debate within the painting community about this topic. As someone who has worked extensively
When it comes to a successful paint job, many homeowners and property managers focus on the paint itself — the color, the finish, or the brand. But in reality, the key to a
When it comes to interior color design and choosing the right color for your home, one of the most significant challenges many homeowners face is dealing with elements of their they can’t change.
Painting walls can be really frustrating – especially when you accidentally hit the ceiling with your roller. We’ve all done it and it really sucks when it’s a dark wall color on a
Wood rot is a common issue for homeowners, and one of the most frequent places it occurs is on the ends of fascia boards, (aka the rake). It often happens when the
If you’ve hired a painter to paint your wood home during the shoulder seasons (Spring or Fall) and they haven’t checked the moisture content of the wood prior to painting, it’s a red
Did you know that overgrown bushes and trees are one of the leading causes of wood rot in homes? Yes, it’s true! When thick bushes, tree branches and foliage are allowed to crowd
