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Avatar for Marty's Painting & Cleaning Services
Marty's Painting & Cleaning Services
4.5(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Malta, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Marty's team came in and did really great job with the painting and tiling and minor cosmetic areas. Great communication between Marty and his team. Would definitely recommend them and would definitely use them for any future jobs."
White Glazed Cabinets finished
Modern Blue Gray Interior
Front Door
St. Charles Job
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
AMN Services
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Malta, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

When I started to practice this job. I didn’t realize the help I was giving to our boss and to the home or apartment that we were working on. To know that one day someone was going to go live there. Know every time I help a costumer I do realize that with my hard work I can achieve making somebody happy. That’s my goal in life.

Mr Fix It
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Malta, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Handyman Services – Professional Summary\n\nI am a reliable, hardworking handyman and proud small Christian business owner committed to quality workmanship and honest service. I have experience with drywall repair, interior and exterior painting, staining, LVP and LVT flooring installation, deck building and repairs, pergola construction, and general home improvements. I take pride in paying attention to detail, keeping my work area clean, communicating clearly, and showing up when I say I will. I believe in treating every customer and their home with respect, honesty, and integrity. My goal is to do the job right the first time and provide dependable service that customers can trust.\n\nReliable. Honest. Hardworking. Quality You Can Count On.

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Elite Finishes
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Malta, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am 100% satisfied with Elite Painting and would recommend them to anyone who is a stickler for details. They made our nearly 50 year old walls look like new. They tweaked the color I selected to make it work in our space which was tricky because of the way light affected the space. I also appreciated their responsiveness to getting the work done within the timeframe I needed. I've hired several painting companies over the years but Elite stands out from the rest for being masters of their craft, professional, and courteous."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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4.2(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Malta, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Wonderful job, wonderful professional people! I have been so impressed with the quick response to my painting needs as well as the quality that I have reached out for other home improvement help! Very prompt and respectful people!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Dixon Superior Painting, LLC
5.0(
15
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Malta, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Dixon Superior Painting to paint a large apartment building for us. They stepped up to the task and we could not be happier with the result. We are still getting compliments on how it turned out. A wonderful value added to the building and neighborhood. Highly recommend!"
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+84

Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Limewash and whitewash are two techniques used to give brick a light, matte finish, but they differ in composition, application, and permanence. The best choice depends on your aesthetic goals and the specific surface.

Composition

  • Limewash: A natural and environmentally friendly option made from limestone, water, and sometimes pigments. It is breathable and soaks into porous surfaces like brick.

  • Whitewash: Traditionally made from lime, water, chalk, and binders, but a similar look can be achieved with watered-down white paint. It is paint-based and sits on top of the surface.

Appearance and Finish

  • Limewash: Provides a natural, textured appearance that allows the brick's character to show through. It offers a more traditional finish.

  • Whitewash: Creates a softer, more opaque finish, often used for a rustic or shabby-chic style.

Application and Permanence

  • Limewash: Is semi-permanent and can be removed, making it a good choice if you might want to change the look in the future. It requires more skill to apply and cannot be used on previously painted brick.

  • Whitewash: Is a more permanent solution. It is more forgiving to apply and can be used on painted brick. However, because it sits on the surface, it can trap moisture.

Ultimately, if you want a breathable, natural, and reversible finish for unpainted brick, limewash is a great option. If you need a more permanent, opaque coating that can be applied over painted surfaces, whitewash is the better choice. Whitewashing may also be more economical, costing approximately $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

Exterior paints contain more volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, making them dangerous when used indoors. Without the free ventilation of the great outdoors, it can take longer for the fumes to dissipate than interior paint. While you may notice the smell lessening more quickly, you should be wary of paint fumes inside for 48 to 72 hours after it dries.

You can weather a new wood fence by applying vinegar with steel wool as a way to fade some of the coloring. You may also find it easier to stain your entire fence a new color instead of trying to get newer fence boards to match an older one.

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

For the best results, you should apply two coats of paint to your wrought iron fence. Let your first coat dry for about an hour then promptly apply your second coat.

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