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What’s the difference between repaints and new construction? Well, if you’ve ever worked a new construction job, you know that it’s a whole other beast compared to...
Warm weather & sunshine means that it’s finally the busy season for painters - and I’ve been busy! I’ve been working on interior new construction, exterior repaints,...
Two simple steps in the cleaning and operating process will increase the life of your sprayer and reduce down time. Adding TSL or Piston Lube (they are...
I have several videos showing the Paint Life Crew painting houses in one day including houses 3500 sqft and 5 colors. Can it truly be done? My...
One of the simplest and oldest tools for painters is the paint roller. The roller comes in many sizes including 4”, 9” and 18”. There are other...
When choosing an exterior house paint, there are a few factors you need to consider: The climate: The climate you live in will affect the type of...