How long does it take to paint a stairway or foyer?

• <div><p>It will usually take a professional painter between three and four hours to paint a stairway; if you’re DIY-ing, plan to spend between four and six hours, depending on the difficulty of your project and the size of your hallway or foyer.</p></div>

Is chalk paint more expensive than regular paint?

• <div><p>The short answer is yes, it’s more expensive. This is because chalk paint is a more complicated blend of materials and is harder and more costly to produce. The average cost per quart is around <b>$35 to $50</b>. Comparing that with regular paint, which runs between<b> $9</b> <b>and $25 per</b> <b>quart</b>, you can see how chalk paint costs add up. The good news is that you will apply fewer coats. </p></div>

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Q: How long after painting can you open the garage door?

• <div><p>You should let your initial paint job dry at least 12 hours before opening the door. Check your work after 12 hours have passed to confirm there are no uneven patches, or signs of the old paint showing though&mdash;if you see any, we recommend applying a second coat of paint and waiting an additional 12 hours for it to dry. </p></div>

Q: Is chalk paint more expensive than regular paint?

• <div><p>The short answer is yes, it&rsquo;s more expensive. This is because chalk paint is a more complicated blend of materials and is harder and more costly to produce. The average cost per quart is around <b>$35 to $50</b>. Comparing that with regular paint, which runs between<b> $9</b> <b>and $25 per</b> <b>quart</b>, you can see how chalk paint costs add up. The good news is that you will apply fewer coats. </p></div>

Q: How much paint thinner should you use?

• <div><p>You should use either a 3:1 or 4:1 ratio of paint to paint thinner in most cases. The amount of paint should always be higher than the amount of paint thinner. </p></div>

Q: What happens if you don’t wax chalk paint?

• <div><p>Not waxing chalk-painted furnishings leaves their surfaces susceptible to moisture damage and color fading over time.</p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
He did a great job with our paint project in our home. He was very nice, polite and there when he said he would be. Very satisfied
Paint Bros LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Great people, very efficient and professional. I definitely will hire quality painting again!
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Reviewed in October 2023
Adam performed a very thorough interior and exterior home inspection and presented a clear and concise report. The report identified items of concern and items that may need repair or upgrades. The final report, with photos, was easy to understand and professionally presented.
Chaps Home Inspection & Radon Testing
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Reviewed in October 2014
Our experience is that Dan Netco Exteriors takes labor shortcuts in order to win bids and later refuses to honor their warranty on resulting problems. We hired Dan Netko Exteriors to paint my elderly father?s house and deck. Since the house is cedar and the previous paint was peeling badly...
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Reviewed in August 2014
The contractor arrived on time and performed all the work promptly. He came back twice in order to allow us time to paint woodwork before installation. Went above and beyond in many areas.
Dennis Silvers Carpentry
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Reviewed in July 2013
I called three companies. Gilson was the first to return my call. He said he could have a look that same evening. He did not measure, but estimated three gallons of paint would be needed. He recommended a product that was primer and paint in one. He offered to come out the next day (!) if it...
Horizon Paint Company LLC
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Reviewed in November 2012
I have been to this Lowe's location twice in the past 30 days. Both times I was asked if I needed help finding anything and the staff was friendly. When I did ask questions on a exterior door replacement and interior wall paint, the staff seemed knowledgeable and eager to help. i did not have to...
LOWE'S
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Reviewed in May 2008
It didn't go well at all. After weeks of waiting, they painted the deck a hideous orange color. The later repainted it a color of my choosing, but the paint was so thick and orange that I couldn't go back to the natural look I wanted. I selected a tan color with a white rail, but the orange...
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Hi my name is Matt I am the owner of Northern lakes painting & finishing LLC I have been painting for 11 years. Decided to go on my own last year I specialize in interior/exterior/cabinets/pre-finished work/decks & power washing! I take pride in my work! Very detailed on any project I do! Would love to transform any project you have for me!

"Matt and his team did an exceptional job with our challenging interior paint job—the tongue and groove paneling (walls and ceiling) of our cabin's master bedroom, including a vaulted ceiling. We also asked them to apply a java gel stain to a high ceiling beam and the pitched ceiling of our master bathroom. We couldn't have been happier with the results. Absolute perfection. Matt is professional, timely, and a great communicator. We really appreciated the photos he sent when the project was finished. He had competitive pricing, also. We are so glad we invested in hiring this project out--in the past we've done nearly all interior paint jobs ourselves, but it would have taken us so much time, scaffolding rental, and we wouldn't have done nearly as good a job. We very highly recommend Northern Lakes Painting & Finishing!"

Heidi P on September 2025

"Matt and his team did an exceptional job with our challenging interior paint job—the tongue and groove paneling (walls and ceiling) of our cabin's master bedroom, including a vaulted ceiling. We also asked them to apply a java gel stain to a high ceiling beam and the pitched ceiling of our master bathroom. We couldn't have been happier with the results. Absolute perfection. Matt is professional, timely, and a great communicator. We really appreciated the photos he sent when the project was finished. He had competitive pricing, also. We are so glad we invested in hiring this project out--in the past we've done nearly all interior paint jobs ourselves, but it would have taken us so much time, scaffolding rental, and we wouldn't have done nearly as good a job. We very highly recommend Northern Lakes Painting & Finishing!"

Heidi P on September 2025

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