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What Is a Properly Prepared Surface?

What’s a Properly Prepared Surface?   Read the instructions on any paint can (or paint  data sheet) and the manufacturer always refers to a “properly painted surface”. The warranty is often voided without doing the recommended prep work.   A properly prepared surface should be clean & free of any moisture. It should be completely…

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Dangers of Lead-Based Paints | Lead Test Kits

Testing For Lead-Based Paints Lead Toxicity   Lead is a toxic and hazardous metallic element which can cause central nervous system damage. It accumulates in the bones & teeth and is distributed to the brain, kidneys and liver. There is no known  level of lead exposure that’s considered safe to humans.   Young children are…

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Painting Brick: Opaque or Translucent Finishes

Types Of Paint Finishes For Brick Do you have a Brick Wall or Brick Fireplace you’d like to change the look of? You should consider either painting it a solid opaque color or whitewashing it for a more translucent appearance. Painting Brick Whitewashing Brick Painting Brick You can paint Brick any color if you prefer a…

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5 Ways to Increase Home Value by Painting

Do Paint Colors Help or Hurt Your Homes Resale value? The short answer is YES. The best and most effective way to prepare your home for the market is to paint it. Can the color choice increase the home value of your property? Can a bad color choice decrease the home value? Smart realtors know…

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Porter Cable 7800 Wall Sander Review

Why Eco Star Painting Uses A Dustless Wall Sander One of the everyday tasks for interior painters in Calgary is sanding walls. Many years ago we used to perform this job the old fashioned way with a Pole Sander and a lot of elbow grease. It can be quite a physical and tiresome activity if…

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