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Q: How long does magnetic paint last?

• <div><p>Like any paint, the magnetic type has a shelf life. Depending on the formula and manufacturer, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-paint-last.htm">paint can last</a> between 12 months and 5 years for an unopened can. But even magnetic paint with a five-year shelf life can go bad sooner, depending on the storage location and temperature. Opening the tin and improperly resealing it also expedites expiration.</p><p>If your paint smells funky and is still lumpy after stirring, this is a sign it isn&rsquo;t usable anymore.</p></div>

Q: What is the best color to paint a brick fireplace?

• <div><p>The best color to paint a brick fireplace comes down to personal taste. However, neutral colors&mdash;like white or gray&mdash;will open the space and create a bright modern look, making them popular options. However, choosing a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/overcoming-fear-color-home-decor.htm">bold color</a> can turn your fireplace into a feature piece that will be the talk of all family gatherings. </p></div>

Q: Is it OK to paint over old deck paint?

• <div><p>Yes, you can paint over old deck paint, but only if it&rsquo;s in good condition and still adheres well to the deck. If the paint is flaking, cracking, or peeling, you need to sand it smooth before painting or your new paint will not adhere properly to the surface.</p></div>

Q: Should you paint an accent wall first or last?

• <div><p>Paint your accent wall last after painting the other walls in the room. This will prevent color bleed and splatter from the adjacent walls. Be sure to give your other walls plenty of time to fully dry and cure before painting your accent wall&mdash;you don&rsquo;t want the tape to pull off fresh paint when you remove it.</p></div>

Q: When should I use three coats of paint?

• <div><p>You should use three coats of paint when applying to a heavily textured or porous surface. Sometimes painting a lighter color over a darker color requires three coats of paint or more to achieve full, even coverage. Trim or baseboards should also get three coats of paint.</p></div>

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Last update on December 02, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
This painter is highly undependable. He wasted 18months of my time by promising to come over and painting my house and after numerous I will be there and never showed up and never did the job and highly unrecommended this painter.
CB Painting LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
Project was exterior paint and minor carpentry of medium sized home and stain and paint of a large deck. Project completed on time (only 1 rain delay) and team was very professional (clean, quiet, courteous, on time). Fernando was a good communicator as the project was underway, and let me...
Missi Painting
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Reviewed in June 2025
Very hardworking and dedicated to get the job done. They listened to what we were saying we needed and delivered. They stripped and restored our vintage front doors. Replaced posts and painted railings and ceilings.
Richard's & Tony's Fixers
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Reviewed in November 2018
BEST EXPERIENCE EVER!!! John Alden, his son and his workers are A M A Z I N G!! We purchased our home six years ago. A really cool Stickley Bungalow, that was built in 1910 - a one story, somewhat 'rambling' (several additions, lots of angles), large home. With a lot of inside work to do, we...
Alden Painting
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Reviewed in July 2014
Cracks that had developed in the foundation were filled and left to age for a couple days. Then the sealant was sanded and the foundation (1500 square feet) was painted. The foundation had been raw concrete and the house looks 1000 times better now that it has been painted. The painting was...
H - H Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2013
Amrou and his team did a great job on our old house. Amrou was the consummate professional. He communicated quite well, spelled out everything he was going to do in great detail and delivered on his word. I can't ask for much more. I highly recommend A.T.E. Painting.
A.T.E. Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2008
The experience was horrendous. They started out by sending four or five young people. They looked like high school kids. They were running around and did not act like they knew what they were doing. They were really, nice, sweet young people but it almost always seemed like they were in...
Luxbrush Painting Co Inc
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