Anyone can rush a home paint job to completion. Unfortunately, doing so almost always guarantees substandard results. The reason being that there’s a difference between rushing a job and carrying out the same task in a structured, strategic and savvy manner. Ask any pro painter in Washington, DC, McLean, VA or Chevy chase, MD and […]
Category: Painting Basics
Health and Safety Before, During and After Painting
Most people would say that to them, health and safety is always a priority. Indeed, it’s comparatively rare for people to throw caution to the wind and take unnecessary risks. But when it comes to interior painting and decorating, the whole thing can be a surprisingly hazardous business. Even when simply tackling a few interior […]
Seven More Painting Myths You Might Be Buying Into
Here at Homm CPS, we find a lot of our customers (new and existing) are still buying into any number of bogus home painting myths. Whether we’re painting exteriors in Chevy Chase, MD, or enhancing interiors in Washington, DC, we come across the same misleading misconceptions on a regular basis. Unfortunately, putting your trust in […]
What Tools Are Needed to Paint Your Home?
Incredibly, it won’t be long until the worst of the winter weather gives way to the most inspiring season of the year. Decorating during winter is never a bad idea, but the spring never fails to inspire DIYers to get busy with their paint brushes. From Chevy Chase MD to Washington DC and everywhere else […]
Trade Secrets (Most) Pro Painters Won’t Tell You
Most professional painters aren’t in the habit of sharing their trade secrets with the general public. After all, to do so could to some extent dilute their appeal and value to potential customers. At Homm CPS, we take a different approach to things. Unlike most, we’re always happy to share as many tips, tricks and […]
How to Reduce Pro Painting Costs
Hiring the pros to tackle an interior painting job can be surprisingly satisfying. The knowledge that you’re in for a flawless finish, coupled with the joy of not having to touch a drop of paint personally. In addition, hiring the pros also means opening the door to far faster completion of the project. In fact, […]
DIY Or Pro Painting Job: Key Questions To Ask Yourself
When the time comes to spruce up an interior space with a fresh coat of paint, there are basically two ways to go: Reach for the brush yourself, or hire help. These days, the vast majority of homeowners don’t think twice about trying their hand with the DIY option. With a little forethought and a […]
How To Paint Different Types Of Floors
Just to nail one important point right away – painting flooring is never particularly easy. Irrespective of the material you’re dealing with and the kind of finish you intend to create, it takes a lot of time and effort to successfully get the job done. On the plus side, get the job done properly and […]
How To Prevent Paint From Peeling Prematurely (Part 2)
As promised, what follows is the concluding segment of our two-part post covering every common cause behind prematurely peeling paint. Arm yourself with the knowledge to get the job done properly and you’ll be looking at pro-grade results that last! Just be sure to avoid the following mistakes where possible: Different Coatings On The Same […]
How To Prevent Paint From Peeling Prematurely (Part 1)
Here at Homm CPS, we’re regularly contacted by new and existing customers regarding any number of common painting problems. And as we take pride in helping our customers achieve fabulous things with their interior spaces, we’re always happy to help! Unsurprisingly, some of the questions and queries we receive are more common than others. Right […]
