Can I just paint over water-damaged drywall?

• <div><p>You can paint over water-damaged drywall as long as it’s dry and there’s no active leak. However, painting over the area will not solve deeper problems like mold or water leaks. </p><p>If you’re 100% positive that these two issues aren’t a concern, paint over the area with a water—or oil-based primer. This type of paint will ensure that it doesn’t simply seep into the spot.</p></div>

What should you not do when painting walls?

• <div><p>First and foremost, don’t skip the prep work. Even if you have the steady hands of a surgeon, mistakes happen, and they can potentially be catastrophic. Also, never underestimate how much paint you’ll need. Returning to the store is enough of a pain, let alone the streaks and uneven color you’ll get if a half-done wall dries before you can finish it. </p></div>

What's the best tool for painting behind a toilet?

• <div><p>A foam brush or paint pad is the best tool for painting behind a toilet, as it will ensure that you can wedge into the tight space between the wall and tank and it’s less likely to drip and cause a mess than a mini roller. A standard paintbrush is the best option for doing detail work around the pipes. </p></div>

Is limewashing less expensive than painting?

• <div><p>When comparing <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/limewash-vs-paint.htm">limewash versus paint</a>, the cost to limewash interior walls is greater, especially when hiring a pro. That’s because limewashing is more labor-intensive and takes more time to complete. While limewashing costs between $1.50 and $6 per square foot, a standard paint job will cost between $1.50 and $4 per square foot.</p></div>

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Q: How many gallons of paint do I need?

• <div><p>One gallon of paint can usually cover up to 400 square feet. Therefore, painting a one- or two-car garage door typically requires one gallon of paint, which should give you enough for the two to three coats experts recommend for this job. However, if you're painting a lighter color over a darker color, you might need more. Using primer can decrease the total number of coats of paint you need.</p></div>

Q: Can I just paint over water-damaged drywall?

• <div><p>You can paint over water-damaged drywall as long as it&rsquo;s dry and there&rsquo;s no active leak. However, painting over the area will not solve deeper problems like mold or water leaks. </p><p>If you&rsquo;re 100% positive that these two issues aren&rsquo;t a concern, paint over the area with a water&mdash;or oil-based primer. This type of paint will ensure that it doesn&rsquo;t simply seep into the spot.</p></div>

Q: What should you not do when painting walls?

• <div><p>First and foremost, don&rsquo;t skip the prep work. Even if you have the steady hands of a surgeon, mistakes happen, and they can potentially be catastrophic. Also, never underestimate how much paint you&rsquo;ll need. Returning to the store is enough of a pain, let alone the streaks and uneven color you&rsquo;ll get if a half-done wall dries before you can finish it. </p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2022
I had to *ask* him to come back to clean the paint off of my hundred-year-old woodwork (because he failed to properly prep) and then he used a screwdriver (?!?!) to do so, which left gouging in the wood. It was not in pristine condition, but it did not have any chunks out of it until he got...
Vision Lines Painting
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Reviewed in January 2019
Travis is a professional who honestly cares about the customer. He went above and beyond on this project and we appreciated his consistent follow up. The ceiling turned out beautifully and we will definitely use 360 for our future painting projects.
360 Painting of Sioux Falls
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Reviewed in September 2015
Clint Brown was recommended to me by a few different people. Clint was super professional. He helped me fix some other problems in the house. Clint was great. He showed up when he said he would, he cleaned up after himself. He really does do an excellent job painting. His lines are fabulous. He...
Clint Brown Painting
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Reviewed in February 2015
Eric was great to work with from the beginning. I had several painters come to my home for estimates, but Eric was by far the stand-out due to his friendly yet professional nature. He was very knowledgeable, offered color advice and was detail-oriented throughout the process. He even jumped...
Monument Professional Painting
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Reviewed in August 2013
Alan owns Straight Line Painting. He was very pleasant to deal with and the quality of the job performed was OUTSTANDING! He was timely and finished quickly. He also replaced the trim around the garage doors which was badly needed. All cracks were caulked prior to painting and he even put up...
Straight Line Painting
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Reviewed in September 2010
After a bad storm in which we had a crab apple tree uprooted and the entire top of our maple tree snapped in half I contacted this company and requested that they come out and give me an estimate to remove the crab apple and tell me if the maple tree could be saved. I was told yes, they would...
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