{"id":1391,"date":"2021-01-26T12:20:11","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T17:20:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/boyntonbeach\/?page_id=1391"},"modified":"2021-07-28T08:56:55","modified_gmt":"2021-07-28T12:56:55","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/boyntonbeach\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Paint Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Paint and Preparation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>What types of paint preparation need to be done to my house?<\/strong><br \/>\nEach customer has a different vision for their project, and that means the level of preparation will be tailored to meet the needs of each customer\u00a0and their unique project. Below is a description of the various types of preparation we usually perform. Your estimator will\u00a0discuss with you\u00a0what you hope to achieve with your project,\u00a0tailor\u00a0the proposal to capture that vision, and price the project accordingly.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Washing -new paint requires a clean, dry, and firm base to adhere to correctly.<\/li>\n<li>Scraping -all loose and peeling paint should be removed by scrappers, knives, and\/or steel brushes. All areas should be scrapped back to a firm edge.<\/li>\n<li>Sanding- sanding\u00a0is a beautification process and does not add longevity to the paint job.\u00a0 As such, this is one point where you must discuss your desires with the estimator. Often, sanding is focused on high visibility areas.<\/li>\n<li>Wooden Windows &#8211; windows with putty holding the glass in place will have old, dry, and crumbling putty removed, the edge cleaned, and fresh putty applied.<\/li>\n<li>Divots- dents and dings in\u00a0wooden trim items (doors, windows, molding, etc.) are filled with putty or an auto body filler and sanded smooth. The extent of this work is dependent upon what you discuss with the estimator and what is included in the proposal.<\/li>\n<li>Caulking and Sealing -gaps, cracks, and crevices\u00a0in siding, and\u00a0around doors\u00a0and windows\u00a0will be sealed and caulked. Different substrates require different caulks and sealers, and we will use the correct product\u00a0for\u00a0each specific circumstance. Please note that horizontal and vertical seams in most siding substrates are NOT designed to be caulked and should remain open to allow the house to breathe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Does all the old paint on my house need to be removed before it can be repainted?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, not all of the old paint needs to be removed. It is important to have any loose, peeling, cracking, or degraded paint removed prior to painting. However, if you do wish to have specific areas of the building stripped of all old paint (such as entryways or front doors), please discuss this with your estimator &#8211; this can usually be priced as an option, although this type of &#8220;restoration&#8221; can be rather expensive<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is a &#8216;paint system&#8217; and which is appropriate for my project?<\/strong><br \/>\nA paint system is the combination of\u00a0sealers, primers and paints that are developed to work together for different substrates\u00a0to\u00a0produce a durable and beautiful finish. Your proposal will have the paint system\u00a0listed that\u00a0the estimator deems appropriate\u00a0for your particular situation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the purpose of primer and when it is needed?<\/strong><br \/>\nPrimers are specifically designed coatings used to prepare different substrates to accept top coats of paint. They solve specific challenges painters\u00a0face, such as sealing out moisture, resisting bleeding of stains and chemicals\u00a0from\u00a0inside\u00a0the substrate, and locking down chalky surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>Substrates that have paint adhering to them in good condition usually do not need a full prime coat. Rather, spot priming is performed where the surface is bare or preparation tasks have been performed. However, if an extreme color change is planned it is often helpful to have a tinted prime coat applied which helps the finish coats cover better.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How many coats of paint are appropriate for my project?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe durability and longevity of a paint job is\u00a0affected more by the quality of the preparation than the number of coats of paint. \u00a0New, raw surfaces usually receive a full prime coat prior to finish coat(s) being applied. Additionally, very dramatic color changes often require a full prime coat or second finish coat to cover the existing color.<\/p>\n<p>If you are not changing color and the existing paint is in relatively good condition, a single coat of matching color and sheen may suffice, but will require discussing the pros and cons of such a paint system with your estimator.\u00a0 While second coats are not always necessary they are always available at your request.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is elastomeric paint?<\/strong><br \/>\nElastomeric paint is a special coating designed for stucco and masonry surfaces\u00a0where water intrusion has been an ongoing problem.\u00a0It\u00a0canrequire a special primer and two complete finish coats to create a very thick film between the building and the environment. As the name implies, this coating has a very elastic nature that helps it to bridge underlying cracks in stucco and masonry surfaces. The costs for elastomeric paint are much higher than for latex paint due to a much lower spread rate and the difficulty of working with this specialty product.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How long does it take the new paint to dry?<\/strong><br \/>\nMost latex paints set up in 30-120 minutes, but may take as long as 30 days to fully cure. For this reason we recommend opening and closing newly painted windows and doors regularly during this period so that they do not stick.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How long should the new paint job last?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe longevity of the paint job is affected mostly by the quality of the preparation. Some customers ask us to skimp on the prep\u00a0to save a few dollars (i.e., they just want to clean the house up for sale), while other customers want a level of preparation that will last ten years or more. Other aspects that will affect the longevity include the types, age, and condition of the substrates, their exposure to the elements, and how protected a building is by other near-by buildings.<\/p>\n<p>Most often it is not the top coats of paint that fail, but the bottom coats that fail because they are the oldest coats on the house their resins simply degrade. When this happens the top coats don&#8217;t have anything solid to adhere to, and thus begin to peel and crack.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is there anything I can do to increase the longevity of my new paint job?<\/strong><br \/>\nHere are three things:\u00a0make sure you use only the highest quality\u00a0materials and paints;\u00a0have your home power washed every\u00a0few years;\u00a0ensure the proper level of preparation is specified for you project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Will I save money if I buy the materials?<\/strong><br \/>\nNot likely.\u00a0 In fact we get better discounts than the employees of most of the major paint manufacturers.\u00a0 If you want\u00a0the best materials for the lowest price, then let us get\u00a0them for\u00a0you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is there a difference between hand-brushed and sprayed paint?<\/strong><br \/>\nBasically, both spraying and brushing are acceptable application methods, so long as the paint is put on at the proper spread rate (sq. ft.\/gallon) and performed by a skilled applicator. Spraying will provide a smoother appearance, and less chance for mildew to get into brush marks and grow.\u00a0 As long as the surface has been properly prepared, sprayed paint will adhere as well as if brushed.<\/p>\n<p>On some substrates, the first coat is sprayed and a painter follows the sprayer, working the paint into the surface by brushing and rolling the wet paint. This is called a spray with a back-roll\/back-brush. Many times a second coat is not back-rolled or back-brushed &#8211; the goal is to have a uniform film on paint applied with that second coat. And some substrate manufacturers (ie, James Hardi Hardiplank) actually recommend the surface be sprayed and NOT back-rolled or back-brushed. Our crews know the proper application methods for all the different substrates and paints.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What does VOC mean?<\/strong><br \/>\nVOC stands for &#8220;volatile organic compound&#8221; and refers to the chemicals that are off-gassed into the environment as part of the drying process. Many of them can be toxic and have a bad odor, so the government has limited what sorts of VOC can be used in paints, as well as limited the amounts that can be used. Some examples are paint thinner, mineral spirits, alcohol, gasoline, ethylene glycol, acetone and xylol. Most architectural paints contain some VOCs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are more expensive paints better?<\/strong><br \/>\nGenerally, yes.\u00a0 More expensive paints contain more durable pigments and resins.\u00a0 The resins along with the binders give you the quality of finish. The way the product is produced can also impact the quality.\u00a0Better pigments mean less coats of paint.\u00a0 If you really want to save money, spend a little more on quality materials.<\/p>\n<p>That said, there are instances where the most expensive paints may not be appropriate for your situation. An example is Sherwin Williams Duration. This is a super-premium paint that lasts a long time. However, it dries very tight and is not necessarily recommended for homes with lots of previous coats of paint because Duration may pull off the old coats. Again, working with CertaPro means that you will get the right paint specified and expertly applied by our experienced crews.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Paint and Preparation What types of paint preparation need to be done to my house? Each customer has a different vision for their project, and that means the level of preparation will be tailored to meet the needs of each customer\u00a0and their unique project. 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