As Jacksonville homeowners know; the kitchen can be a highly frequented room by all. In most homes, everyone visits this room daily to eat or prepare food. The wear and tear on the surfaces can be immense, this is especially true for the kitchen cabinets. The cabinet's finish can show signs of wear with even normal use.

That being said, when painting to refresh and renew your kitchen's look; the cabinets are where a lot of attention should be focused towards. Painting kitchen cabinets can efficiently rejuvenate like no other upgrade!

​What makes the kitchen so comforting and attracting is the people! It's how we tend to gather and converse in the kitchen with others, and of course how that makes you feel. We identify with these feelings at a high level. The ease and comfort that comes from a hearty meal shared with family or friends is unparalleled. However, be assured that the colors and finishes are a close second in the physiological aspect.

The main reason for this is, because one of our most intimate emotional relationships is with family and food. And for most of us, that is carried out in the kitchen areas. This is where we are striving for those sleek, clean looking cabinets that surround the walls. Clean-fresh finishes, with the proper colors will enhance the gathering instinct and make it a enjoyable family pastime.

​Prepare, Clean and Prime
Preparing the cabinets for painting is a serious job, you have to dismantle the doors, hinges and sand them using sandpaper for best results. After sanding, thoroughly clean the cabinets using a tack cloth and apply a wood conditioner.

Then you can begin priming your kitchen cabinets. Priming is usually done to raise the grain and allow the wood to accept finish coats of either latex or oil based paint. It's also imperative to use on composite materials to enhance the paint adhesion on the faux surfaces of the cabinet.

After priming has been achieved, use a fine sandpaper to sand again (without burning) and clean the dust off with a tack cloth before getting ready to apply paint. One of the most important factors many overlook is to have a dust & bug free environment. Many kitchen cabinet painting projects have been hindered by excess dust floating vicariously though the air or that pesky bug landing in your wet paint finish.

Applying Kitchen Cabinet Paint
Now that we've got the cabinets prepared and positioned to paint, which method should we choose to actually paint our kitchen cabinets? Painting Contractors know, this is another imperative step that takes careful consideration.

Several methods are available to apply the finish coats to the kitchen cabinets. Spraying being the "go to" for the professional painter. Nothing rivals the smooth, sleek spray finish applied by a pro. One aspect is, spraying allows multiple coats to be applied without build up and promotes minimal texture visibility. Under the right conditions, a professional spray finish should be as sooth as glass!

If your not comfortable spraying kitchen cabinets or a paint sprayer is not readily available, there are roller naps especially designed for smooth surfaces. They will apply paint without excess roller stipple or texture if used correctly. Using a high-grade cabinet paint that "lays down" will help here as well.

Keep in mind a few key components will provide a professional edge; several medium coats are always better than trying to load up the cabinets in just 1 or 2 coats, the finish will lay down and pull tighter. It also may allow better drying conditions for your kitchen cabinets. We like to sand/clean lightly between coats if time allows.

Which Cabinet Paint To Use
​Although our favorite cabinet finish to apply is lacquer. This is not always a feasible option either due to costs or other factors. When using an acrylic, we like Cab Coat by Insl-X. This is a Urethane Acrylic resin based product. Insl-X is a trusted brand, well known for one of the best bonding primers out there; Stix.

Benjamin Moore Satin Impervo oil is an old trusted stand by as well. And some have mentioned Sherwin Williams Pro Classic as efficient cabinet paint as well. Whichever finish paint you choose, be sure to take all the necessary steps that get you to the finish point. Preparation is very important.

In conclusion, whichever kitchen cabinet paint you choose, take your time, have patience and follow these steps for professional kitchen cabinet painting success!

​People make mistakes all of the time. When that happens, we have two options: learn from the incident or keep walking blindly in ignorance. One side will argue the frivolous details without taking the bigger picture into consideration.
 
No matter how well someone tries to say otherwise, some clear signs will point out that you’ve got an insane Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. Don't let your paint job at home fall victim to hypocrites such as this. 

1. No Area Preparation
It would be best if you cleaned the interior walls and prep them correctly to receive paint. If you try to brush over dust, debris, or cobwebs, then the finished result will not look smooth. You might see blotching or streaking. Kinda like we are seeing with the democratic party in the 2019 impeachment proceedings.
 
2. No Primer
Some paint products mix the primer in with your preferred color so you can get to work immediately. If you use the traditional approach, then you’ll see dull tones and less smoothness with the finish. This certainly holds true with Nancy Pelosi ….

​3. No Second Term
The lack of a second coat of paint is almost always the sign of a poor job. Your Trump color will last longer and outperform the similar wall coatings. And will certainly look better when you go over the surface again with a second term.
 
4. Blind Choices
Picking a color at the store based on price is not the right way to go. It helps to take home some sample cards so that you can vote on the best options. As long as voter fraud doesn’t come into play! It might even help to paint a small patch of the surface to see what it looks like for real. After all, results are a clear definitive…just look at today’s economy!

You could settle for a poor democratic paint job, but there is no future in that! One painting contractor said: "just take a look at California or Detroit". Even making the right choices, whether it be paint or politics, you risk impeachment from fools. Crazy as it seems, there is an excellent chance a future buyer will impeach your work, even if you start changing a country for the good. By avoiding the mistakes listed here, you can move on to another four years of success – if not more.

​  Practically all the home’s traditional colors, creative finishes and custom textures are concerned about delivering "the effect." The result of applying these creative tasks and achievements to home painting is advanced, delicately or not all that subtly, as the result or the outcome of the creative experience. Imagination is linked with its outcome, and in this way must be justified by critical evaluation, analysis, explanation, and superimposed significance. 

​  The fundamental rule of Painting with Flare is that the creative procedure is sufficient. It isn't sufficiently just; it is a doorway into an instant experience of fundamental life force that is at the root of the desire to create a finished product that sets your home apart and screams at your guests- professional rhythms!

​  It is simply the house painting procedure - the new awareness that it brings, the creative energy it releases on your walls, the deepened association with oneself it promotes - that is at the heart of the desire when house painting. To make this the universal purpose of house painting is a straightforward, yet radical act. 

​  The house painting experience is the outcome of decades of escalated work with painting as procedure. It has grown out of numerous personal journeys into the creative procedure, incorporating interactions with house painters as they overcome creative blocks and find in themselves the great independence to be found in painting the home. 

​  Painting commercial buildings is not typically the same as residential buildings. Color schemes need to be different for commercial buildings. A bold color that may look extremely good applied to a bungalow, but it will not work with a office building where people come to work. So, it is important to keep a few things in mind before choosing the perfect color scheme and painting a commercial building in Jacksonville.

​Consider the Building Size - It is not an unknown thing to anyone that typically commercial buildings are bigger in size that is why it is good to use a neutral color scheme. Try to complement the scheme with a contrasting business logo. A neutral color blend will put a good impact on the surroundings of the building. Some commercial buildings are specified to have a pre-defined color palette by the government departments. So, also keep this in mind before going to choose by yourself.
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Building size is the most important factor to consider before choosing paint colors. Neutral color picking will allow using a bold color scheme for doors and embellishments. This contrast really "pops" even when using commercial waterproofing coatings.

​Do not Forget the Material of the Exterior Architecture - Material affects paint appearance. Some materials also need any specific color and product. It is definite that concrete needs a different paint than wood as different colors have different coverage area as well.
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Also, consider the exterior style of the building and then select a color scheme that would match the style. Some colors do not suit some specific building designs. Some buildings carry an old and historic style so that’s why specific colors match with their appearance. Just like the modern design buildings need a modern paint color scheme.

​Keep in Mind the Surroundings - Do not forget the surrounding area of the building before choosing the color scheme for the commercial building. Has it covered a small area? If yes, then a darker color would be suitable. It will not show the building over-sized. Moreover, check if the building is surrounded by a seasonal landscape or evergreen? What services the business offers? What paint colors do the surrounding buildings have?

Downtown Jacksonville is a business center and has different commercial buildings having multiple types of surroundings and landscapes. So, it depends upon the neighboring buildings colors, roofs or driveways and existing color schemes that how a specific building will be colored.

A good example of a commercial color concept is; it is likely that a law company building would have a more serene and cool color scheme that an ice cream parlor. Even though this maybe just good common sense, you'd be surprised how many falter with this.

​Final Words
Choosing an appropriate color scheme to paint a commercial building is a challenging task because of its differences from residential buildings. Some things must be kept in mind before the choosing process of a paint color scheme.
You must also consider a few more things from the commercial painting contractor before getting started. Like, ask them if they are licensed from the Jacksonville authorities. Inquire about their previous or current clients. Ask the time span and finances. Consider a company with the best previous work history. We here at Pro Color Painting, we provide the best services for every kind of commercial building painting.

Preparing your home for the holidays can be difficult, but is there anything better than the holiday season? The weather is better, the scenery is beautiful, people start to be in a better mood when the holidays arrive and friends and family just want to be together.

This is where it can be stressful.
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Is the house clean enough? Where will people sleep? All can be accommodated? Can I afford to fix things? How will I go about interior painting to freshen things up a bit?

These are all questions that arise in the mind of anyone thinking of holiday accommodation. What was once a happy thought to see friends and family turns into a total panic attack. No need to worry! Getting ready for the holidays does not have to be a stressful event.

Here are 5 simple ways to prepare your home for the holidays:

First tip: Declutter
Throughout the year, objects are placed and fill in all parts of the house. Therefore, one of the easiest and least expensive things you can do for a prepared vacation is to clean or streamline before thinking of interior painting.

Start by organizing the most used rooms, such as the living room, the bedrooms, the bathrooms and the kitchen in preparation for the interior painting. 

Second tip: Increase storage so you can maximize your space
​Space can always become a problem for holidays so increasing storage space is a great way to increase the space needed to prepare a home for the holidays. This can be done by purchasing storage boxes, under boxes, crates and bins already full.
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When storage in the house increases, it ends up making the spaces more spacious and comfortable.

​Third tip: Make reservations about extras and be prepared for the unexpected
During holidays, it's always good to think someone would stay over. People stay over during holidays and it won’t be nice if you are caught off guard and not prepared.
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Storing extra beds, pillowcases, towels, bathrobes and toothbrushes is an easy way to get ready. Making a guest basket with soap, a toothbrush, toothpaste, slippers, a towel and lotions is a great way to say you're always welcome here. Storing extra paper towels, toilet paper and snacks is also helpful.

Fourth tip: Be festive and decorate
Decorating will always make or break a state of mind. Colorful holiday table runners, a floral wreath, flower arrangements, socks and cool fall items like pineapples and pumpkins are great ways to feel on vacation.
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Many people do not think that decorating the air is important. Aromatic candles, wall accessories, plants and flowers will help complete the holiday feeling.

Fifth and most important tip: Paint the dining, sitting room and other rooms in the house
​The essence of painting is to brighten your space with a coat of paint. Painting the dining room or kitchen is the best way to prepare your holidays at home. This not only creates a different look, but also gives a new look to the most important pieces of the house.
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Festive red colors, such as Teaberry Blossom or Ron Raisin, or even a pretty greenish color such as the paint color of English ivy paint can help improve the holiday spirit. With just a new layer of paint, the rooms will have a new fresh look and feel. The house will also be clean, modern and ready to receive your holiday guests.
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Decorating your home on vacation does not have to be very expensive. To ease the stress of a fun holiday, simple things like cleanliness, preparing for the unexpected and giving your rooms’ fresh look with new painting and decorations. 

Always save time and money by having a professional painting service take care of the painting tasks. This gives you much more time and energy to handle the the important things!

​  It goes without a saying that ladders have an immense significance not only for painting contractors, but even for homeowners as well. Due to the fact that there are plenty of ladders and an array of manufacturers that have emerged in past years; it becomes an uphill task to find what suits you best. Similarly, there are multiple kinds of ladders as well as varying from step ladders, attic ladders, extension ladders, pool ladders, stair ladders, rope ladders, roof ladders and so forth. In the same way, nowadays there is a great trend of multi-ladder which is ideal for its versatility and help with varied purposes.

​Even when you are opting for a certain type of ladder, the next big thing to consider is the manufacturer or brand as that usually determines the quality & standard of your product. Werner is one such brand which is deemed as a leader of the market when it comes to ladder industry. No matter whichever store you may head to and look into whichever section of ladders, you are certain to find a Werner Ladder. The reasons are pretty simple and straightforward, first because they have been into the business for a very long time now and secondly since their level of manufacturing quality products is unprecedented.

​They have a myriad of styles; their multi ladder which comes hassle-free, without any bulky hardware. Functioning with supreme ease & simple functionality. Werner Ladders have also launched MT 17 which is undoubtedly their one of the best selling Multi-ladders; enabling the user to set it into as much as around 40 different positions with the ability to take the place of numerous individual ladders. This can be used for wood repair or house painting.

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• Why Werner Ladders? (Pros)

 

• Their ladders feature incredible versatility while avoiding the need to watch out for other conventional brands over time. Most painters in Jacksonville, FL prefer these for everyday use.
• Most of the ladders are ideally lightweight and as far as prices are concerned, Werner Ladders are slightly cheaper than its competitors.
• Highly pivot and simply adjustable height adjustments backed up with the extra base for adding a layer of stability along with wider rung design which is quite convenient for the feet.
• Great professional manufacturing, enriched with heavy-duty processing while optimal quality aluminium is used for ensuring that the risk of rusting or corrosion don't occur.

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• Cons:

• Some of the ladders could be higher priced in comparison to conventional ladders. But the value is highly apparent.
• Numerous customer reviews have also indicated that some designs have been heavier which impacted the portability factor adversely.

Of course as professional painting contractors we use ladders on a daily basis. Werner has proven to deliver products of value and dependability over many decades. We find their products to be of utmost quality and craftsmanship! On just about any commercial painting job Pro Color Painting has going in Jacksonville you will find our painters on a Werner ladder.

The whole house painting exercise can be very tedious. From planning, prepping the location, sanding the walls, choosing the right colors, applying the right type of paints and deciding the best sheen to use, but guess what? You can make it fun too. So, dig deep down, find your motivation and get rhythmical.

Since house painting is a time-consuming task, it can create a good time for family members to bond or serve as an ample opportunity to get away from the so the hectic life at work. Here are some ways you can make your painting experience worthwhile and get the results you seek.

​Painting your home is fun and engaging. Get the right partner and tools and see how well you can enjoy the entire process. Use this time as an opportunity to find your Zen, and most certainly allow those creative juices to flow ever so cadencing. Remember, steps to a good-clean paint job isn't always set in stone; it can be a sinuous path. 

When want to stain your exterior wood in Jacksonville Florida, there are a number of important aspects you need to consider just as a painting contractor would. Most of these things are in line with the condition & location of the wood – the exposure to the elements – and the possibility of constant moisture issues.
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However, proper staining & sealing of your exterior wood is a great way of preserving it for the long term and making sure it has a face lift that stands it out on your exterior. We are looking for that “wow” factor people!

Not only should wood be attractive, but the exterior wood stain is supposed to protect the wood itself from decay and excessive dampening or wetness. As you read on, this is to the solution to preserving the wood for the beauty & longevity. Often, people opt to stain their exterior wood to change the appearance when the cost of wood replacement is too high or when they want a different look altogether.
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At times like this, you could either hire the services of a professional painting company to handle the staining of your exterior wood (contact us for a quote on professional exterior wood staining or wood repair) or you could choose to stain your exterior wood yourself.

In this blog, we offer insights and things to consider when opting for the second option. Here, we will guide you, step-by-step, on staining your exterior wood without spending so much on hiring a professional and still get professional results.
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Most important can be as simple as “follow through”. Many just don’t have the time or motivation to follow through with wood staining. This leaves the exterior wood neglected and wood rot damage or decay are sure to follow.

​#1: Consider the Weather
This is probably the most invaluable instruction you would find in this blog. Whether you like it or not, the weather would determine, to a large extent, the outcome of your wood staining. We often advise that before you begin staining exterior wood, you should check the weather forecast in your area and ensure that you have the best suitable weather conditions.
For stain to set well in wood, it is better to apply it to dry wood that hasn’t felt rain in several days. Also, stain absorbs and dries faster on wood when there has been, at least, two days of dry weather between 70 - 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Also, trying to apply stain with intense sun exposure to surfaces would simply render the process useless, as it would dry faster than the wood can absorb it.
#2: Prepare the Wood for Staining
The steps of preparing the exterior wood for sealing or staining is just as important as the process of staining and drying itself. The process of preparing the wood for staining involves removing the dirt, pollen and dust from the surface to ensure that the stain isn’t hampered by those things. While preparing the wood for a stain application, ensure to protect your face and lungs with a safety mask and then proceed to sand the splinters, dust and dirt off. Some may decide use a power washer and mild detergent to clean the wood.
#3: Choose Your Stains Right
Just as it is important to have the right tools, it is also very important to have the right stains. Choosing the right exterior stain for your wood is a crucial task and should be determined based on the existing stain on the exterior wood or on the type of effect you want to get.
#4: Apply Your Stains with Care
When applying the stains, bare in mind that you haven’t done this a lot and take your time to carefully apply the stain smooth and consistent to achieve the result you want. It is important to understand that staining is a specifically meticulous task and must be handled as such. Take your time going with the grain and allow the wood to absorb the stain sufficiently as it dries. Use smooth and consistent strokes…..don’t start and stop or else you will see those areas. 

Maintaining Stained Wood
Just like anything, the maintenance factor will dictate how long your finishes and ultimately your wood lasts. Exterior wood that kept free of algae, pollen, dirt and grime will last much longer. We recommend a thorough cleaning every 8-12 months. Also, if your wood surfaces are exposed to direct sunlight, you will need to re-coat much sooner than surfaces that are not. The sun’s UV rays cant wreak havoc on stained wood in Jacksonville and you'll want to keep them protected! Learn about wood repairs made easy.

  Wood rot or decay is so unsightly and very expensive to fix. Wood rot or decay usually occurs when dry wood is exposed to condensation in places where there isn’t sufficient aeration. This water contact usually occurs through leaky roofs, faulty plumbing, rain leaks, etc. The struggle of fixing wood rot often poses a challenge to people who do not have the budget capacity to hire professionals or the experience to handle it by themselves. However, you may want to take on the task on their own and encounter hiccups in the process and it is for these people that we bring you this step-by-step tutorial on how to do it yourself and still get the professional result. Here are a few steps to take when fixing wood rot using epoxy resin in your home by yourself. 

​Success Begins with the Right Wood Repair Tools
Without gainsaying, the first step to repairing wood rot in your home as an amateur is to assemble your tools before commencing other tasks. Gathering your tools before commencing the job helps reduce the possibilities of having to stop halfway through the task to go get wood repair tools in the shop or in the garage. Stopping halfway through the task is something you want to avoid especially when there are procedures which you need to follow successively, and which may be distorted if you pause. Some of the important tools to gather are; epoxy resin, wood hardener and filler, paintbrush, putty knife, sanding block, rasp, wood chisel, utility knife, polyester filler and 100 grit. In addition, a shop vac will be an asset for clean-up.

​Apply the Wood Hardener and Filler
Prior to the application of wood hardener and filler, first remove the rotten area of the wood with a sharp tool in order to stop the spread of the rot to the new areas of the wood which would be the foundation for the wood repair. After that, cover the area with the wood hardener and apply the mixed polyester wood filler into the corners and crevices using a putty knife. If you are on a tight budget, you can opt for the Bondo wood filler or some other product of wood filler or two-part auto body epoxy which are also guaranteed to work well. 

​Apply the Epoxy Resin Filler
Using epoxy resin as an alternative for new wood repairs is a great idea. This would save you reasonably on the cost for procuring wood and save you the stress of having to replace the wood. You can select from a wide range of options of epoxy variants for filling rotting spots on wooden platforms. The epoxy resin product comes in a liquid form which eventually hardens when it dries. Epoxy adhesion is compatible to almost anything including wood, however, it is advisable to use it only on surfaces of rotted or rotten wood that is not necessarily hanging. This is because the epoxy can ooze out from a hanging wood like a door. When this filling has been applied, the surface should be allowed to dry in a temperate and dry environment. Also remember to protect your hands with Nitrite Rubber gloves when applying the Epoxy resin filling. 

​Priming the Wood Repair
After patching your rotted wood repair you’ll want to final finish it off like a pro. First, sand the wood patch smooth. Use the look AND feel to blend the wood repair. Next, make sure the area is clean and dust free before beginning the primer application. This wood repair is considered a “hot patch”, primer is a must. Make sure to use the appropriate wood repair primer.
Finishing the Wood Repair
After sanding and cleaning the wood repair a good latex acrylic paint works well. In most cases wood repairs will require 2 coats of finish paint. With the finish coats you will be able to blend the repair with surrounding areas.

Painting in the Office 
Painting your commercial office space is a task that requires extensive strategy in order to achieve fabulous results without interrupting the comfort of other people, or missing the mark on the look you desire to get. Unlike painting the inside of a house, painting offices is a sensitive task that requires specific processes and a specific approach.

When properly painted, a commercial office space is a pleasure to behold and could pose a brilliant first impression to prospects and customers. A visually appealing commercial office space would definitely encourage people to come back and do business with you because, according to the psychology of colors, humans prefer colors that make them feel relaxed than they do for color that have no effect on them.
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We offer professional painting services for commercial buildings and on this blog, we offer insights for doing your painting yourself. In this particular entry, we consider tips which would help your next painting of your commercial office space stand out, keep customers engaged and immersed enough to come back and do business with you.

Planning An Office Painting Project
Ask yourself questions pertaining to the project you want to commence. What is the extent of the job? How many offices do you have to paint? How long do you have to complete the task? These questions would help you prepare for the task ahead and plan properly for the kind of tools you would need for them.
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Also, consider the proximity of office to other offices, check for human traffic and consider days or times when the human traffic is lower or non-existent as your work window.

Pick The Right Office Color
Different offices will require different colors depending on the primary use of the building itself. Choosing the color that best fits the office motif is a very crucial aspect of planning for the painting of that work space.
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When choosing the color to paint a commercial office, it is often advised to see a color consultant or lookup color schemes that best fit the specific profession or business that office serves. This way, you help to complement the daily businesses at hand.
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Consider Office Painting Safety Standards 
Before commencing work on painting a commercial office spaces, consider all safety standards at play and plan for them. Keep in mind that commercial office buildings are public buildings and serve different people in a variety of ways. It is, therefore, important to consider the safety standards and factor in these people/foot traffic in order to avoid accidents. 

​Choose the Right Office Painting Contractor
The essence of this cannot be overemphasized. In cases where you are unable to execute the painting of the commercial office building yourself, it is important that you engage the services of a painting contractor in Jacksonville that is well versed in the aspects of office painting.
 
Pro Color Painting is positioned with the experience, skill and trained staff to engage such office painting projects professionally. If you require professional office painting service, then give us a call today.