We\u2019re excited to share some national recognition for our local painting experts here at CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Pittsburgh \u2013 South Hills!<\/p>\n
Recently, owner Paula Murray<\/a> was featured in a high-traffic article on BobVila.com<\/a>, one of the most trusted names in home improvement advice. With over 3 million monthly visitors, BobVila.com is a go-to resource for DIYers and homeowners seeking expert guidance\u2014and we’re proud to have contributed professional insights to their latest painting feature.<\/p>\n The article tackled a classic DIY debate: Should you paint the walls or the trim first? Paula was asked to weigh in on this topic, providing thoughtful and experience-backed responses to help homeowners avoid common pitfalls and achieve a clean, professional look.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a sneak peek of what she shared:<\/p>\n Order of Operations: Most of our fine-finish painters typically work from top to bottom: ceilings, then walls, then trim. This approach minimizes mess and helps maintain clean lines throughout the room.<\/p>\n Trim First? Painting trim first may be quicker and save time when cutting in, but it also increases the risk of splatter when brushing or rolling walls afterward\u2014especially when dealing with baseboards.<\/p>\n Pro Tips for Clean Lines: While tape is the safest bet for clean edges (especially FrogTape\u00ae or Pro Sharp\u00ae, never masking tape), some experienced painters can cut in by hand with a steady touch.<\/p>\n DIY Mistakes: A common mistake among homeowners? Painting the trim first, then accidentally splattering it while painting the walls later. This often leads to extra work and touchups.<\/p>\n Same Color Walls and Trim? If both walls and trim are being painted the same color, the order doesn\u2019t change much\u2014but it\u2019s important to keep sheens and paint types consistent and avoid mixing them up.<\/p>\n You can read the full article on BobVila.com here: Media placements like this not only spotlight our local expertise but also help homeowners across the country make better-informed decisions. As part of CertaPro\u2019s broader outreach, contributions from franchise owners like Paula will also be featured in an upcoming \u201cAsk the CertaPros\u201d series on the CertaPro Painters\u00ae LinkedIn page.<\/p>\n Whether you’re deciding between painting trim or walls first\u2014or simply want a flawless finish without the hassle\u2014CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Pittsburgh \u2013 South Hills is here to help. From prep to cleanup, our experienced crews bring precision and care to every project.<\/p>\n Need a professional touch for your next painting project? Schedule your free estimate today!<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" CertaPro Painters of Pittsburgh \u2013 South Hills Featured in BobVila.com We\u2019re excited to share some national recognition for our local painting experts here at CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Pittsburgh \u2013 South Hills! Recently, owner Paula Murray was featured in a high-traffic article on BobVila.com, one of the most trusted names in home improvement advice. With overRead the full article <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":67,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","format":"standard","categories":[20],"tags":[102,58],"class_list":["post-2679","community","type-community","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-community","tag-certapro-painters","tag-exterior-painting"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/community\/2679","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/community"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/community"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/67"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2679"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/community\/2679\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2679"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2679"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/pittsburgh-south\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2679"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}So, What Was the Topic?<\/h2>\n
\nPaint Walls or Trim First? Here’s What the Pros Say<\/a><\/p>\nWhy This Matters<\/h2>\n
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