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Avatar for B & R Painting Home Improvement
B & R Painting Home Improvement
4.8(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Oakham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We had a room that had been painted with textured paint which I was going to sand down and paint over. Major PITA and messy! Renzo had a better plan to cover the textured paint, smooth it out and paint over that. Great idea so we had his team paint all our ceilings. They did a great job at a reasonable price."
interior
interior
interior
interior
interior

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gold Painting, Inc.
4.7(
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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 Oakham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I needed to paint the foyer and Great Room in my home and needed a pro due to the high ceilings. Alex and his crew did a great job! I didn't expect perfection, but wanted something that I would do myself, because I am VERY picky and have painted many other rooms in my home, without high ceilings. They exceeded my expectations! Prompt, hard working, pride in the quality of their work and eager to please me, the customer. I think my painting days are now over. I will hire them for ALL of my painting needs in the future!"
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Foyer
Kitchen
Living Room
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+5

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Colorset Painting Plus
4.4(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Oakham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was really impressed with Colorset Painting work ethics. He always showed up on time and work until the job was done. He was very polite, courteous and professional. He did incredible painting of the my 12' x 25' front porch, as well one interior wall. I totally recommend Colorset Painting for your next job"
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting

+3

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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U.S.PAINTER
4.7(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Oakham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Working with Ulisses was a wonderful experience. He was on time, did great work and is a real gentleman. He is very customer service oriented, very clean and careful with his work and extremely courteous. A rare find and a real gem of an individual! I look forward to working with him again! He transformed a bathroom countertop with a sand stone system that required good painting skills and careful understanding of the process."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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North Painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Oakham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"North Painting did an excellent job painting our living room. Their work was professional, clean, and carefully done from start to finish. The quality of the painting was outstanding, and they paid great attention to detail while keeping the area neat and organized. We are very happy with the final result and truly appreciate their hard work. I would highly recommend North Painting to anyone looking for reliable, professional, and high-quality painting services."
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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.

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

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

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

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