Should I Pressure Wash My House Before I Paint It?
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Keywords: urethane trim enamel, UTE, solvent based, water based, low VOC Latex versus Enamel The focus of this article is on urethane trim enamel paint. But before I get there, I want to explain the traditional understanding of enamel paint. Traditionally speaking, latex paint is water-based, and enamel paint is oil-based. Latex paint used to …
Happy New Year! 2023 marks the 40th anniversary of MTS Painting. We began in 1983 as a commercial landscape maintenance company, quickly adding painting to the mix. The company was founded by my parents, Roger and Carol Fornoff. MTS stands for my three sons, meaning their three sons, Randy (me), Ron and Jason. I’ve been …
Keywords: drywall repair, stucco repair, patching, insect infestation A damaged wall or ceiling must be repaired before it can be repainted. Neglecting this step will result in an unsatisfactory appearance and a finish that may quickly peel and crack. There are many reasons why drywall can sustain damage. Interior walls suffer from prolonged wear and …
Keywords: painting metal gates, view fencing, awnings, furniture, light poles, signposts, bollards, dumpster enclosure, playground shade structures, rust, alkydurethane enamel, 2K paint, two component, electrostatic Anyone who has lived in Phoenix would likely agree that the sun here feels far different from the sun the rest of the country gets. Our sun can destroy both …
Keywords: painting tips, painting pointers, 5-in-1, extension pole, Swiffer, Simple Green Surface Prep, detailed preparation If you have been looking into hiring a professional painting contractor this time of year, you’ve probably noticed that it is getting increasingly difficult to find someone that can perform the job in your desired timeframe. The combination of full schedules, bigger …
Keywords: HGTV, Home Color Collection, Vintage Homestead, designer, color of the year, color trends, charming, re-envision, romance, heritage, palette, design expert, aesthetic, refresh, contemporary HGTV Home recently announced Vintage Homestead, the 2023 Color Collection of the Year, by Sherwin Williams. MTS Painting is pleased to introduce these lovely colors to you. “The Vintage Homestead Color …
Keywords: benefits of painting in Phoenix, painting tips, change of color, real estate value, VOC, odors and harmful fumes, indoor air quality, allergies, deteriorating substrates, facia, wood siding, enhances mood, color psychology Painting Tips Most people will agree that painting a house is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to freshen things up, …
Keywords: fairness, contractor client relations, commercial painting industry, job specifications, fair and ethical labor practices, highly skilled and trained craftsmen, Better Business Bureau, BBB How should fair business practices be incorporated into the day-to-day operations and corporate culture of a company working in the trades? Many factors come into play and should be considered before …
Keywords: efflorescence, HOA, property manager, fine white powder, removal Recently, an HOA property manager asked us to come out to inspect a wall we painted a few months earlier. We discovered that our beautifully painted wall was covered with a fine white powder. Efflorescence! The property manager was unfamiliar with the problem and had assumed …
Keywords: green, environmental, eco-friendly, innovation, technology, VOC, volatile organic compounds MTS Painting is committed to doing all we can to keep our community safe and clean for future generations. It is very important for paint companies to adopt eco-friendly practices and procedures. Paint innovation and technology is advancing alongside other industries to develop products that …
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