How long does chalk paint last?

• <div><p>This largely depends on your environment and how well the paint was sealed. Properly sealed chalk paint furniture that isn’t regularly dinged by toys or steel boots can last 5 years or—often significantly—longer. However, if it isn’t sealed correctly or is subject to regular wear and tear, you can expect the coat to last 3 years or less. </p></div>

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Q: Can paint thinner and mineral spirits be used interchangeably?

• <div><p>Technically, mineral spirits are a type of paint thinner, so they can be used for the same purposes. In most cases, pure mineral spirits are preferable to other paint thinners. Still, if necessary, you can successfully use paint thinners for most of the same applications, such as thinning or cleaning oil paints.</p></div>

Q: Do professional painters prep walls?

• <div><p>A professional painter will typically prep the walls to ensure a longer-lasting, smoother paint job. Prepping the walls can involve scraping off debris or flaked paint, filling in grooves or nail holes, sanding, cleaning, applying a coat of primer, taping the trim, and removing outlet covers. You should ask your painter before hiring about their process to make sure it&rsquo;s in line with your expectations and needs.</p></div>

Q: Is it easy to add an orange peel texture to a wall?

• <div><p>Learning <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-do-orange-peel-texture.htm">how to apply an orange peel texture</a> is similar to adding a knockdown texture. You can use a spray gun or a roller to apply the drywall texture and then use various blending techniques to create the desired orange peel look. Adding this texture could be a DIY job, but it also can be extremely messy, so best to leave it to a professional.</p></div>

Q: Why are bubbles appearing when I paint?

• <div><p>Bubbles can appear during painting for several reasons, but poor adhesion or trapped moisture are the most common. Painting over dirty, wet, or improperly prepared surfaces leads to air or moisture getting stuck under the paint layer. Using the wrong tools, applying paint too thickly, or working in extreme temperatures and humidity can also cause bubbling. In some cases, incompatible layers of old and new paint types, like latex over oil-based, create tension, leading to blisters and bubbles. </p></div>

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Last update on December 05, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Angel did an excellent job painting the interior of our home. He was professional, courteous, and thorough. We would not hesitate asking him back for another painting projects.
It's all Cherry
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Reviewed in July 2024
Anthony, the owner of Premier painting provides a really good service. Anthony is very professional, polite, honest, courteous and talented. He went out of his way to make sure he understood every detail required for the job. Anthony and his worker arrived early each day and put in a full days...
Premier Painting
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Reviewed in January 2024
ADB Painting did an excellent job painting my stairway walls. When AndrÃ© was almost done with it I had to ask for him to paint my bathroom too, and I got a great deal for adding a second room. He know a lot about colors and gives great tips. Very professional, friendly and reliable. I super...
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Reviewed in May 2023
We were very happy with his company. Juan is always available during the job and the job was well done in short time. Customer experience focused. Thorough prep was done which is extremely important and few painters do it well these days. His pricing for the painting is very competitive. All...
JLM Paint
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Reviewed in January 2022
Harald Christiansen is a painter who lives in Rio Rancho, NM. Recently Harold painted the interior of my house. I can't say enough good things about the job he did. Harold took a great deal of care in his work and was very thorough in all aspects of the job. Before starting painting, he was also...
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Reviewed in November 2021
Workmanship was very good with only one flaw discovered after the installers departed. Work is not complete at this time since we are waiting for the stucco to be painted and the metal guards to be reinstalled.
Dreamstyle Remodeling
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Reviewed in October 2021
I working with Mitchells Painting, a level of professionalism was noticed. From the written estimates to the completion of the project, great communication between parties was established.
Mitchell's Painting
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Reviewed in October 2015
You be the judge if you want to hire this guy or not. Here is what happened in a nut-shell. The house is empty. I am getting ready to move in. We talked, agreed on a price (total job, not by the hour)(house to be painted is approx. 700 sq. ft., kitchen, living room, and bedroom, small closet in...
War Vet Painting
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Reviewed in June 2014
American painting came in and did an excellent job of painting every room in the house. They made it look like a brand new house, we are very proud of the house now, They did a very professional job and I would recommend them to anyone looking to get there house painted.
American Painting
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Reviewed in January 2013
The best contractor experience I ever had. I recommend them to everyone. They will do the exterior next.
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