What does it mean when a window is painted shut?

• <div><p>When a window is painted shut, this means that paint has gotten into the cracks when window sashes or window frames were being painted. It’s pretty easy for this sort of thing to happen while painting, but sometimes homeowners will use paint to seal drafty windows, which will often cause them to get stuck shut.</p></div>

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Q: Should I use paint thinner or mineral spirits to clean paint brushes?

• <div><p>You can use either paint thinner or mineral spirits to clean paint brushes, but both have distinct advantages. Paint thinners are better solvents, making them a good option if you need to clean your brushes quickly or if you are dealing with dried paint, which mineral spirits can&rsquo;t remove. On the other hand, mineral spirits have less toxicity, less odor, and lower volatility. It is safer to use indoors and doesn&rsquo;t evaporate as quickly if you need to leave the brushes to soak.</p></div>

Q: Can I apply textured paint myself?

• <div><p>DIY is possible, but professionals ensure even application and durable finishes.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to roll or spray paint stucco?

• <div><p>When done correctly, a roller or paint sprayer can be used to paint stucco. Rolling paint works well on smaller projects, while a sprayer is more efficient for larger jobs. With some practice, a homeowner can rent an airless sprayer to paint stucco, but a larger job may be best done by a professional painter. Smaller areas are more manageable for the DIY homeowner.</p></div>

Q: What is the best way to protect floors while painting?

• <div><p>The best ways to protect floors when painting depend in part on the type of paint you&rsquo;re using. When you&rsquo;re using latex paint, most people will choose a drop cloth consisting of canvas, plastic, or heavy paper to protect the floor. If you are using oil-based paint, you may want to select a waterproof plastic sheet that will keep any paint from seeping through.</p></div>

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Last update on December 07, 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 May 2023
Jeremy and his crew were great! They got all of the work done quickly and cleaned up any paint chips and mess. Jeremy did a walk through with me at the end to insure that I was happy with their work and he pointed out a few extra little things that they noticed and fixed I would DEFINITELY hire...
Moose Os Painting
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Reviewed in March 2016
John did excellent work at my home! I asked him to paint the entire interior of my house including doors and window trim. He worked quickly and efficiently with great attention to detail. He made the process incredibly easy for me. He finished a day earlier than expected and cleaned the entire...
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 March 2014
We had done most of the packing but they did it for the paintings and mirrors and some large ceramic plates. All involved were courteous, professional and pleasant and handled all package with great care. The final cost billed was $100 under the estimate
Dons Moving and Storage Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
I was very impressed with API. As an Interior Designer I work with a lot of trades. Bill had an incredibly thorough knowledge of the job and possibilities and they were very reasonably priced. He offered alternatives to what other plumbers offered talked to me as if I were not a dumbbell - which...
API Plumbing Inc
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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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