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Q: What should I do if I used exterior paint inside?

• <div><p>The biggest issue with painting your interior walls with exterior paint isn&rsquo;t the way the paint looks or performs&mdash;it&rsquo;s the lack of ventilation. The higher quantities of VOCs in exterior paint will have a harder time dispersing in an enclosed space, so do everything you can to direct them out&mdash;like turning on a fan and opening your windows and doors. Afterward, you can simply prime and redo your walls with interior paint, and no one will know the difference.</p></div>

Q: Can you pressure wash the paint off brick?

• <div><p>Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.</p></div>

Q: Can you German smear over painted brick?

• <div><p>A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance&mdash;so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.</p></div>

Q: Can you apply waterproofing over paint?

• <div><p>You can apply waterproofing over paint, but you won't get as much protection as you would if you painted the surface with a waterproof paint from the get-go. Not all waterproofing methods are compatible with painted surfaces, and they may not adhere well. This is especially true if the paint is glossy, old, or flaking. Waterproofing sealers are primarily meant to be applied to porous surfaces, like concrete, wood, or brick. </p></div>

Q: Does acetone remove dried paint?

• <div><p>Acetone&mdash;such as the type in nail polish remover&mdash;is a solvent that can remove paint from many surfaces, including wood. However, the acetone will also remove any finish on the wood and can stain the wood below.</p></div>

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Last update on December 31, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
I had a very disappointing experience with Premium Cabinets in Tulsa, OK. The cabinets were installed incorrectly from the beginning, despite the company being provided with all appliance specifications upfront. The biggest issue was the cabinet around the refrigerator/freezer, which was...
Premium Cabinets of Tulsa
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Reviewed in March 2025
No. First small fire in fireplace rebuild resulted in catastrophic house fire. Roof and interior destroyed! Omar Franco of Constructo used inferior cement board on chimney burned. Dangerously incompetent. Do not hire!
Constructo
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Reviewed in July 2022
We keep them on speed dial. From painting, decking, leveling my kitchen floor to my porch ceiling & flooring Jacob & his crew can do it all.
Scales Construction
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Reviewed in January 2021
DON’T USE THIS COMPANY!!!! DISHONEST AND WILL OVERCHARGE YOU! Dennis Steele, Best Quality Roofing, and Freylin Fuentes, Fuentes Contractor Services These companies way overcharged us! they work together on various projects. $11,700 on a 1500 sq ft home? Come on! I have family that did an 1800 sq...
BEST QUALITY ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in April 2017
Andy did an amazing job with a great attitude. Went the extra mile with using his creativity of painting ideas. Oscar also was profession and polite. Both did a great job.
A1 Hundred Painting & Drywall
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Reviewed in June 2014
Things went well and I'm probably going to have them back out here in the next 2 weeks to do some more work. Angelo is the owner and he comes out to do the work. He was very careful with his painting, which was very important to us and he's done everything that he promised to do. Last week we...
Prestige Painting & Power Washing
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Reviewed in March 2014
The roof turned out to be okay. Jack replaced the bad gutter and sealed around the furnace vent stack. He even replaced and painted a piece of vertical trim board for materials cost only. Overall, a fair price and acceptable quality of work. I would hire Jack again and recommend him to...
Jack Brewster Roofing
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H.E.R.C Painting and Coating

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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"HERC was absolutely top knotch. Everything was exceptional. Surfaces were properly prepped and primed and then painted with two coats to ensure superior results. The contractor maintained excellent communication, asking for homeowner's input whenever there was a question on how to proceed. The job was for an entire house consisting of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, a family room, and a stairwell. Doors, baseboards, ceilings, walls, and trim were all painted to perfection. I'd hire HERC again in a heartbeat!"

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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Great people. Did what I asked on time and very kind. I have asked them to do another job for us."

+56

Response time1 day

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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Customers say: True professional

"Extremely easy to work with."

+25

Response time6 hrs

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by77%of homeowners

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James sheldon

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Local honest Christian just looking for odd jobs to make a little extra income no set price’s we can discuss what you think is fair for my time and effort

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Cross Point Home Services LLC

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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

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Cross Point Home Services LLC provides reliable home repairs, mobile home work & more. Locally owned. Honest pricing. Quality work. Servicing Tulsa and surrounding areas.

Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

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"It was very good. I was pleased with what they did."

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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 Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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Emergency services offered

"They did great work, they are honest hard working people . Will hire them again in future."

Response time11 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"My mother needed her house painted on the exterior. David was very polite and gave her a great price. He was prompt, did a great job and always kept her up to date on what was going on."

Response time20 mins

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Larry took on multiple projects at our home from repairing sheetrock to laying baseboards, framing out doors and realigning a custom front door. He is very detailed in his work and pleasant to work with. We will call on him the next time!"

Response time2 days

Response rate97%

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Baker's Custom Stone Manufacturing

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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Cleora, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Baker Stone did a beautiful job updating our home! Our brick was 38 years old and adding stone just made such a difference! We love it ! Justin is very fair priced and dependable! I see more projects in our future!!!!"

+65

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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

The biggest issue with painting your interior walls with exterior paint isn’t the way the paint looks or performs—it’s the lack of ventilation. The higher quantities of VOCs in exterior paint will have a harder time dispersing in an enclosed space, so do everything you can to direct them out—like turning on a fan and opening your windows and doors. Afterward, you can simply prime and redo your walls with interior paint, and no one will know the difference.

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

You can apply waterproofing over paint, but you won't get as much protection as you would if you painted the surface with a waterproof paint from the get-go. Not all waterproofing methods are compatible with painted surfaces, and they may not adhere well. This is especially true if the paint is glossy, old, or flaking. Waterproofing sealers are primarily meant to be applied to porous surfaces, like concrete, wood, or brick.

Acetone—such as the type in nail polish remover—is a solvent that can remove paint from many surfaces, including wood. However, the acetone will also remove any finish on the wood and can stain the wood below.

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