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One of the best things about painting your home is that it opens you to endless possibilities. You do not have to limit yourself to painting plain and solid colors on your walls. A plain color may look neat and create a seamless look in your room. However, why won’t you add some design interest … Read more
Choosing the perfect paintbrush for interior house painting can greatly affect the results of your house painting project. With various types and sizes available, it is important to pick the right one for your specific project. Continue reading as we will guide you through the different options to help you find the best paintbrush for … Read more
Victorian-style architecture is beloved for its intricate details, variety, and vibrant color schemes. If you’ve ever admired the famous Painted Ladies on Postcard Row in San Francisco’s Alamo Square, you know what I mean. These homes are as iconic as the Golden Gate Bridge. San Francisco still boasts around 16,000 Victorian homes, the original 48,000 … Read more
Many homes in California have wood siding, whether made of cedar, spruce, redwood, or others. Many homeowners will stain wood one time and not repeat the process very often. Custom Painting, Inc., who has been painting homes for over 40 years, knows that leaving wood to the elements without a coating is not a good … Read more
The commercial painting team at Custom Painting, Inc. recently completed a large warehouse project at Kairos Power, a nuclear research and testing facility in Alameda, CA. The project is on an old Navy base in Alameda, and because of the construction schedule, we were tasked with painting the exterior of the building during the winter … Read more
Discovering lead paint in your home can be a concerning revelation, given its health risks, especially to children and pregnant women. If your house was built before 1978, the year when lead-based paints were banned in the United States, there’s a chance it might contain this hazardous material. Understanding your options for managing or removing … Read more
Sometimes you just get tired of looking at the same old walls in your bathroom. When you are ready to try painting your Alamo home’s bathroom, think of current color trends to make the room more up-to-date. A fresh coat of paint can give the bathroom a new look, or freshen up the look you already have. … Read more
You have done house painting in the Bay Area for some time, and you realize you cannot rely on your own experience (or a lack thereof). Now, you have decided that it is time to ditch the DIY and hire a professional to paint your home. Whether or not it is your first time looking … Read more
If you live in a home built before the 1980s, it probably has popcorn-textured acoustic ceilings. They used to be quite popular back in the day, but now they are seen as obsolete. Families living in older homes want to get rid of them. They can do so in two ways – removing the acoustic … Read more
Windows are a must-have feature of any home. Painting window frames inside and out can refresh your home’s appearance and protect the frames from wear and tear. This task can enhance curb appeal and improve the look of your interior spaces. Read on as we discuss the benefits and steps of painting window frames while … Read more