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Avatar for DaVinci Painting
DaVinci Painting
5.0(
139
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is the 4th project we've used DaVinci for. Arrived for work exactly as scheduled just like previous times. Quality of work is top notch. Painted interior walls and ceiling perfectly. Painted wood vanity and it turned out better than expected. Helped us match existing paint without sample and it matched perfectly. Service is always very kind and trustworthy. Comes with our highest recommendation!"
Living room accent wall!
Living room.  Fireplace and surround.
Master bedroom window boxes and fireplace.
Entryway crown and pillars.
Living room walls and ceiling.

+9

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Culver's Painting LLC
4.7(
58
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Culver's Painting. Communication was excellent from start to finish so we knew what to expect and when. They painted our whole 3-story house and garage and finished very quickly. Any minor things we needed touched up were done immediately, and the crew that did the work was very pleasant and cleaned up so well. There was no mess left behind at all."
Original kitchen Cabinets
Before Picture
Before Photo
Finished Kitchen Cabinets
After Photo

+12

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Culver's Painting, LLC
4.9(
119
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shared with Public - Home Advisor Culver's Painting recommendation Josh and Alex at Culver's Painting were great and easy to work with. We had a husband and wife team, Javi and Griselda, stain our cedar siding and shutters, and they did an excellent job! Absolutely no complaints at all. They were detail oriented and we would highly recommend Culver's if you have any painting project. We love our new look!"
Kitchen Cabinets - Before Pic
Kitchen Cabinet - After Pic
Victorian Exterior - In Process
Victorian Exterior - After
Victorian Exterior - After

+5

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Valencia Painting & More LLC
5.0(
15
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They painted our basement walls and floors. They also painted the foyer, stairway and upstairs hall. Excellent work. Very neat and sharp work, they were quick and they cleaned up nice afterwards. The crew was friendly and professional."
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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QGC Professional Painting LLC
4.6(
19
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew of Devon and Pierce were knowledgeable, pleasant and patient as I interrupted them with questions about the steps in the painting process. That was appreciated as much as the beautiful work completed. Dependable. Would use their service again as well as refer others to them."
Modern Cedar
Stucco Siding
4 Story Mansion
4 Story Mansion
Deck Stained

+90

Response time2 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood, as this helps prevent the surface from cracking. However, it is crucial to wait for the wood to dry out completely from the chemical treatment process before applying a finish. If the wood is still wet, the paint will not adhere properly. The drying time can range from weeks to six months. To test if the wood is ready, drip some water onto a board. If the water is absorbed, the wood is dry enough for painting or staining. If the water beads up on the surface, it needs more time to dry. You can build with the wood while it's still wet, but you must wait for it to dry before painting.

The best type of paint to use for chain link fences is an oil-based paint. Oil-based paints are durable and will withstand the elements well. Search for an oil-based paint with rust protection and aluminum flakes to further protect the longevity of the fence.

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

Limewash and whitewash are two techniques used to give brick a light, matte finish, but they differ in composition, application, and permanence. The best choice depends on your aesthetic goals and the specific surface.

Composition

  • Limewash: A natural and environmentally friendly option made from limestone, water, and sometimes pigments. It is breathable and soaks into porous surfaces like brick.

  • Whitewash: Traditionally made from lime, water, chalk, and binders, but a similar look can be achieved with watered-down white paint. It is paint-based and sits on top of the surface.

Appearance and Finish

  • Limewash: Provides a natural, textured appearance that allows the brick's character to show through. It offers a more traditional finish.

  • Whitewash: Creates a softer, more opaque finish, often used for a rustic or shabby-chic style.

Application and Permanence

  • Limewash: Is semi-permanent and can be removed, making it a good choice if you might want to change the look in the future. It requires more skill to apply and cannot be used on previously painted brick.

  • Whitewash: Is a more permanent solution. It is more forgiving to apply and can be used on painted brick. However, because it sits on the surface, it can trap moisture.

Ultimately, if you want a breathable, natural, and reversible finish for unpainted brick, limewash is a great option. If you need a more permanent, opaque coating that can be applied over painted surfaces, whitewash is the better choice. Whitewashing may also be more economical, costing approximately $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

You shouldn't paint a metal fence. Painting doesn't necessarily damage a corrugated metal fence, but these types of fences are meant to flex, and paint can easily chip and break off. Latex paints can address this issue, but those tend not to be very weather-resistant. Certain paints can trap moisture in the corrugation, which can rust the metal and lead to corrosion. And finally, if you paint a copper fence, it won't patina, which is one of the main reasons people buy copper.  

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