The question: We’re bidding on more concrete and masonry work these days. How can we make sure we’re using the right coatings? Continue reading How Do I Pick the Right Coatings for Concrete and Masonry Jobs?
Tag Archives: Rick Watson
Paint, Primers and ‘Paint and Primer in One’: What to Use When
The question: We’re seeing more “paint and primer in one” products out there. Does that mean we don’t need primers anymore? Continue reading Paint, Primers and ‘Paint and Primer in One’: What to Use When
How Soon Can I Tape After Painting?
The question: When can ProMar® 200 Interior Latex be taped after painting? What tape should we use? Continue reading How Soon Can I Tape After Painting?
LEED v4: What Painters Need to Know
The question
We’re hearing a lot about LEED v4. As a painting contractor, what do I need to know? Continue reading LEED v4: What Painters Need to Know
How Do I Choose the Right Roller for Large Wood Cabinets?
The question
When painting large wood cabinet surface areas, what kind of roller should be used? Foam or regular? If regular, what nap? Continue reading How Do I Choose the Right Roller for Large Wood Cabinets?
LEED v4 Impact on Paint & Coatings
In just the past few years, green building has evolved beyond an emphasis on the sustainable design and construction of the building itself to the environment it creates for inhabitants. Continue reading LEED v4 Impact on Paint & Coatings
Don’t Use Just Any Old Paint on Bathrooms
The Question
What is the best paint to use for bathrooms and why? Continue reading Don’t Use Just Any Old Paint on Bathrooms
How to Repair Damaged Textured Drywall
The question
My customer has an interior room with textured drywall that needs repainting. There is one small spot with a slight but noticeable impact blow that needs to be repaired before repainting. What is the best way to fix that spot on a textured wall? Continue reading How to Repair Damaged Textured Drywall
Best Practices for Re-Staining Log Cabins
The question
When re-staining a previously stained log home, what prep procedures do you recommend before applying a new coat of stains? Is power washing sufficient? Continue reading Best Practices for Re-Staining Log Cabins
Do You Have Any Adhesion Advice for Repainting Aluminum Siding?
By Rick Watson
The question
Q: I’m looking for advice on an aluminum painting project. The house was painted by a friend of my customer’s family first and was really peeling everywhere. Continue reading Do You Have Any Adhesion Advice for Repainting Aluminum Siding?
5 Steps to Perfect Trim
By Rick Watson
When it’s time, it’s time. After living in the same house for almost 18 years it was time to update furnishing, wall colors and freshen up the trim. Continue reading 5 Steps to Perfect Trim
How to Beat the Peel: Proper Techniques for Prepping Home Exteriors
By Rick Watson
I need to repaint an old house with peeling issues. Any advice? Continue reading How to Beat the Peel: Proper Techniques for Prepping Home Exteriors
Eliminating Smoking Odors
By Rick Watson
I want to remove cigar odor in a garage. What paint can I use to do this?
Prepping Peeling Kitchen Cabinets
By Rick Watson
I need to repaint kitchen cabinets that were painted with lacquer about a year ago. The paint is popping off some of them in places and turning yellow. I wanted to use a brush-on lacquer since I need to paint them hanging up. Can you give me a few tips on prepping? Continue reading Prepping Peeling Kitchen Cabinets
Painting previously stained cabinets
By Rick Watson