Platinum Painting of Flower Mound Blog

When a client or customer walks into your business, believe it or not, they form an opinion within mere seconds. And one of the biggest factors they’re paying attention to is actually the paint on your walls! Luckily, there are several strategies you can use to help ensure these snap judgments are positive, including accent walls. Here’s a closer look at how accent walls do a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to boosting your brand’s identity.

A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to transform your home, but there is plenty of misinformation out there about how to do it right. Between online tutorials and YouTube videos, advice from well-meaning friends, and tips from strangers at the hardware store, it’s easy to end up believing the wrong things, which in turn can lead to unimpressive results. That said, here are some of the most common myths about painting and why they aren’t true!

If you’re planning to repaint the outside of your house, you’ve probably asked yourself one important question while gathering your supplies and planning your timeline: “Just how many total coats am I going to need here?” The truth is, using too many coats can be just as bad as using too few, and finding the right balance is key. Here are some factors you need to keep in mind so you can ensure a successful project.

Your home’s exterior does more than just look nice; it’s your first line of defense against the elements! And here in North Texas, the combination of intense sun, humidity, and unpredictable storms can wear it down faster than you might expect. So how do you know when it’s time to schedule a fresh coat of exterior paint for your home? Here’s what you need to keep in mind.

Living in the DFW area means enjoying beautiful neighborhoods and a strong sense of community pride. But it also means dealing with some of the most demanding weather in the country! From scorching heat during the summer months to sudden hailstorms and humidity in the fall and spring, to even the unexpected cold snap during winter, your home’s exterior takes a serious beating year-round. But believe it or not, one of the most effective and most overlooked ways to protect your investment is a quality exterior paint job. Here’s why.

If you’ve been thinking about refreshing the outside of your home with a new coat of paint, one of the first questions that comes to mind is probably: how much is this going to cost? The honest answer depends on quite a few things. The cost of exterior painting can vary significantly from one home to the next based on factors like size, the condition of the exterior, and the quality of products used. Here’s what you need to know and why working with a professional is almost always the smartest investment!

If you’re gearing up to repaint the outside of your home, you might be wondering whether you need to strip all the existing paint first or if you can simply paint right over it. Generally speaking, there are certain circumstances where skipping this step will cost you far more in the long run! However, understanding when complete paint stripping is required and what to expect can help you set realistic expectations for your exterior painting project. Here’s what you need to know.

When it comes to exterior house painting, when you paint can be just as important as how you paint. Temperature, sunlight, humidity, and even the season all play a major role in how well paint adheres, dries, and ultimately, how long it lasts. That said, knowing the best time of day and year to paint your home’s exterior can help you achieve a smoother finish and longer-lasting results. Here’s what you need to keep in mind.

Painting your home’s exterior is an excellent way to boost your curbside value – not to mention that it’s simply exciting to transform your home and show off your preferences. That said, you may be eager to kick the project off; the sooner, the better right? Not always – especially when it comes to painting. In fact, there are a few preparations you’ll want to be sure you take care of before breaking out the paint cans and rollers. Here are four steps you shouldn’t neglect.

Is it finally time to repaint your home’s interior? There are few better ways of showing off your personal tastes and boosting your house’s curbside appeal! However, some homeowners are initially a little hesitant to commit to their painting project due to cost concerns. Believe it or not, interior painting might not be as expensive as you think – plus when you see how each dollar is being well-spent, it becomes easier to trust in the process. Here’s a closer look at some of the major factors that contribute to the cost of interior painting.