What are Colonial colors?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-exterior-paint-colors-colonial-house.htm">exterior Colonial colors</a> are earthy greens, neutrals, blacks, blues, peaches, pinks, and white. Of course, some of these shades weren’t as popular when colonial-style homes had one purpose—shelter. However, they grew in popularity over the centuries and are now used to add a timeless depth to more modern homes.</p></div>

How much do different types of paint cost?

• <div><p>The type of paint and finish you choose impacts the overall cost of your painting project. Some of the most common types of paint include:</p><ul><li><p>Primer: $10–$20 per gallon</p></li><li><p>Flat or matte finish: $10–$70 per gallon</p></li><li><p>Eggshell or satin finish: $12–$72 per gallon</p></li><li><p>Semi-gloss finish: $14–$74 per gallon</p></li><li><p>High-gloss finish: $16–$76 per gallon</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Get matched with top exterior painters in Postville, IA

Q: Can You Paint Over Limewash?

• <div><p>Yes. If you change your mind at some point in the future, you can paint over your limewash. To get an even coat of paint, you should first prep your surface by cleaning it thoroughly and applying an appropriate primer. Since limewash has a matte finish once it&rsquo;s dry, you likely don&rsquo;t even need to sand it first.</p></div>

Q: How long do painted gutters last?

• <div><p>Because gutters are consistently exposed to elements like water and humidity, any paint applied to them will have a shorter life span than other exterior home features, like siding and shutters. In general, painted gutters will need to be touched up or completely repainted every 5 to 10 years, though you may get a couple extra years with regular care and maintenance.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand my porch before painting?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it&rsquo;s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint. </p></div>

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your exterior painting project in Postville, IA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Exterior Painting pros in Postville, IA

*The Angi rating for Exterior Painting companies in Postville, IA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Exterior Painting needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Exterior Painting companies in Postville, IA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Exterior Painting needs.

Last update on December 07, 2025

Reviewed in April 2024
Hired these guys for a exterior paint job and we weâ re pretty satisfied with the results. They were very professional and worked efficiently. Would recommend.
E.R. Painting & Powerwashing
Request a quote
Reviewed in November 2021
Jason and his crew were professional and friendly. The prep work prior to painting was detail-oriented and the paint job itself was exceptional. I’m very pleased and would highly recommend.
JnS Professional Services
Request a quote
Reviewed in November 2020
We had storm damage due to the Derecho. Aurelio did our estimate himself. He was very professional and explained what was needed clearly. It was immediately evident that he knew exactly what he was talking about. He got us worked into the schedule faster than expected due to material...
Affordable Roofing and Exteriors INC
Request a quote
Reviewed in November 2020
I hired them to come in and paint whole house after another paint company messed up the house Chad came in and did a very professional job thanks again for job well done
Finken Painting
Request a quote
Reviewed in February 2020
Phil and his crew rearranged their current jobs to ensure that our floors were refinished in time to get the painting done before our move-in date. We also asked them to remove all the baseboards and quarter round - which was good thing because then we could see how poorly the flooring had been...
Oak Wood Floor
Request a quote
Reviewed in February 2020
Marco is professional and responsive, and his work is very good. WE hired Penagos Painting to completely repaint the interior of a house and its garage that we had just purchased. They did a really good job covering the awful paint on our textured walls, and repainted the trim and doors in...
Penagos Painting
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2016
All went very well. Gloria came in and asked a few questions on how we used the area. I should of given her more details there, but it all worked out anyway. She asked for accessories from closets and other areas of my home. She used things in different ways than I would of thought to do, and...
Windy Ridge Interiors
Request a quote
Reviewed in April 2015
Installed it the first time, you could stick your hand in the holes in the duct work, came back a 2nd time didn't do anything, 3rd time they did some patching but there were still some holes, and it wasn't anchored to anything, they had to clean it twice and I still had dirt flying out of one of...
Service Legends Heating & Cooling
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2014
Our area (the towns of Adair and Casey and surrounding rural area) was hit by an extremely severe hail and windstorm June 30th, 2014. Every home and commercial business in the Adair area had severe damage in the form of roof and shingle damage, broken windows and siding and sheet metal damage. ...
Blackstone Exteriors LLC
Request a quote
Reviewed in November 2009
We are very particular, so a four star from us is probably similar to a five star from most people. Sam and his crew were diligent and timely. We needed the job done by a specific date and they made it happen. Work looks very good. A few details were overlooked, but I know a call to Sam would...
S&B Renovations
Request a quote