As a homeowner in Denver, you probably have the painting company come in and spruce up your home every few years. Consider this: The average span of an interior paint job will last between six and eight years, but, of course, every painting project is different and can vary depending on several factors. If you have recently had the exterior or interior of your home painted, you might wonder if there are ways to make it last. There is good news; there are several ways in which you can retain that freshly-painted look and extend the life of the painting project.
Now, we get that you might not want to hire a paint contractor to come and paint your bathroom or one or two bedrooms; it’s not always worth the added expense. So if you are going to tackle those smaller painting projects, you need to know ways in which you can extend the life of your painted projects and keep them looking fresh.
Hire A Professional Painting Company
We aren’t placing this on the top of the list just to get you to hire us for that paint project; hiring any quality painting company will ensure a long-lasting job. For starters, most reputable painting companies will utilize high-quality paint. This makes sense as professional painters don’t want to get a reputation for doing a job that doesn’t last, and poor quality paint won’t last nearly as long as top-tiered paint. In terms of quality resin and composition, cheaper brands use lower-quality elements and ingredients.
Timing Is Everything
It’s important to do a little research before you start painting and discover what type of paint was previously used for the project you have in mind. Most of the time, mixing different kinds of paint may not make a huge difference, but this is not always the case. For example, should you apply latex paint over oil-based paint, you are going to have a few issues. For starters, the latex won’t hold well and will eventually come off sooner than expected.
Also, you really need to invest in quality paints; this holds true whether you are painting internally or externally. The paint you choose will ultimately determine the longevity of the project. And while it will certainly be tempting to go with a less expensive paint, in the end, you will be painting that project again far sooner than you would like. Painting a room or two in your home every two or three years is far more expensive, even with cheap paint, than it will be if you only have to paint them once every six to eight years.
Regular Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintaining the walls you just painted is an excellent way to keep them looking great for years to come. This is especially true in high-traffic areas, like the kitchen or bathroom, that see a lot of action all of the time. However, you don’t want to forget about places that nobody sees much, like the area behind the recliner or behind your television, as they need to be cleaned and maintained as well.
While it is admirable that you hold the ability to paint a few rooms in your house, it does make sense to hire a painting company for larger projects. When the time comes for an interior or exterior painting project, give us a call or fill out our estimate form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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