Is it cheaper to paint a room yourself?

• <div><p>Assuming you have all of the supplies and materials needed to prep and paint, it will likely be less expensive to paint the room yourself, as it will only cost you the price of paint, which costs an average of <b>$15 to $60 per gallon</b>. Hiring a professional painter to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-paint-interior-house.htm">paint a room can cost</a> from <b>$950 to $3,000</b>, or <b>$2 to $6 per square foot</b>, depending on prep and materials involved. If you’re paying for labor only, expect to pay interior painters <b>$20 to $50 per hour</b>.</p></div>

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Q: Should I paint before refinishing wood steps?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/refinishing-wood-steps.htm">Refinishing wood steps</a> before painting the surrounding walls or trim is the best option. Sanding stair treads creates fine dust that can settle on freshly painted surfaces and interfere with adhesion. Plus, refinishing involves heavy foot traffic, equipment, and potential splashes from stain or sealant, which can damage new paint. By tackling the stairs first, you reduce the risk of damaging painted walls and can more easily tape off and protect surfaces during painting.</p></div>

Q: Should exterior paint be acrylic or latex?

• <div><p>You can use latex or acrylic paint outdoors. Although acrylic paint tends to last longer outside, it also costs more, so if you&rsquo;re painting the outside of your house, for instance, latex paint is often a go-to option. However, acrylic will be your best choice if you want to spend some extra money for added durability. </p></div>

Q: Can I paint over already painted metal?

• <div><p>Yes, you can paint over already painted metal, but&mdash;before painting&mdash;you&rsquo;ll want to use sandpaper on the area to achieve a rough surface. This helps prevent the paint from peeling or flaking. Remove damaged paint with 120-grit sandpaper. If the paint is in good condition, use 240-grit sandpaper. Brush off any dust before applying the primer. </p></div>

Q: Do I tip the crew or just the lead painter?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a matter of personal preference on whether you want to tip the crew or the lead painter. You can tip the crew as a whole, just the lead painter, or each individual painter. Do what feels right in the context of the job.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2015
Ed always provides quality services. We always call him for all of our painting/drywall repair needs. This is the 4th time we have contracted him. He visited the site to ask the nature of the work. He provided a written estimate for the job. After giving a down payment, Ed purchased all the...
Expert Painting Wall Washing And Repairs
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Reviewed in July 2014
The two sons (Jake & George) were very thorough in sanding the walls and fixing any defects before painting. They were pleasant, professional and timely. The walls look great!
George W. Humphreys & Sons
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Reviewed in December 2013
Interior painting 2 story: Mario and his crew did an impeccable job. True professionals with an attention to detail and customer service which is rare to find when hiring painters. I've owned numerous investment properties besides personal homes and have been typically disappointed with Bart...
Year-Round Painting Corp
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Reviewed in September 2013
She painted the walls, with the wall over the fireplace a different color as an accent wall. Painted the stone fireplace and trim. Rearranged pictures and furniture and even painted a floor lamp. She purchased a mirror for over the fireplace and relocated the TV.
KT Home Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
Never hire this company. This is a 'take your money and run' type of company. For example, he said he couldn't get shingles to match the current ones, so he painted the shingles. He just re-bent the fascia to cover rotten wood, instead of replacing it. When I confronted him about this, he...
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Reviewed in November 2010
Their price was just outrageous. They were terrible and they left a mess. More water goes behind the gutters than into it and the wood and paint is getting damaged and I have been looking for someone else to fix it. One guy and a kid came and they made a mess and left. I spent $1200 and they...
Gutters On The Go
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Reviewed in October 2004
THE INITIAL EMERGENCY SERVICES PERFORMED WERE OUTSTANDING WITH RESPONSE WITHIN TWO HOURS OF PLACING THE CALL. CARPET GUY DID AN EXCELLENT JOB IN CLEANING, RESEAMING AND REPLACING CARPET PADS. THE PLASTERER REPAIRED MY KITCHEN CEILING AND DID AN EXCELLENT JOB. TWO PAINTERS SENT TO DO WALL REPAIR...
Frye Construction Inc
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