Why does caulk crack when painting?

• <div><p>Some caulk shrinks during the drying process, leading to cracked paint and a less-than-ideal appearance. Not all caulk cracks when painting, but it’s important that you read the label on your caulk container before painting to ensure that it’s actually paintable. There are four main types of caulk, and acrylic latex caulk is one of the most reliable caulking materials for painting over without fear of cracked paint. Avoid painting over silicone caulking.</p></div>

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Q: How long should you air out your house after painting?

• <div><p>After painting, air out the painted area for at least 48 to 72 hours by opening windows and using fans, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The process helps disperse volatile organic compounds (VOCs) the paint emits, reducing their concentration indoors. However, in some cases, especially with oil-based paints, airing out for extended periods may be necessary. Monitor air quality and continue ventilation until paint fumes dissipate significantly.</p></div>

Q: Can I spray paint my laminate countertops?

• <div><p>You can likely use spray paint or a paint sprayer for your laminate countertops. You should prep the space the same way as if you were painting with a roller or brush, making sure to cover any areas that you want to protect with a drop cloth or plastic sheets.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint vinyl baseboards?

• <div><p>You can certainly paint vinyl baseboards, but you may want to consider why you would. Vinyl baseboards are not very expensive, and if you&rsquo;re considering painting baseboards over 5 years old, you may want to consider simply replacing them with a color you like&mdash;there is an enormous range of color options for this material, and replacement won&rsquo;t cost too much more than painting them. </p></div>

Q: How long should pool deck paint last?

• <div><p>Depending on factors such as weather, use, substrate condition, and type of paint used, pool deck paint should last anywhere from 1 to 5 years. Keeping the paint clean and resealing every year or two can help extend the life of the paint. Proper preparation before painting also plays a large role in how long the paint lasts on a pool deck. Paint will likely not last as long on a pool deck in poor condition before painting.</p></div>

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Last update on December 06, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
H&M did an excellent job. Walls and ceilings were peeling off and they fixed it and painted it. See the before and after photos. They have also done plumbing work and lots of other projects.
H & M HANDYMAN SERVICE LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
We've had Virtu Custom Painting. Paint three of our homes over the few past years, the first two homes inside and out and our current home they painted the entire interior. They are professional, polite, and did exactly what we wanted and the painting job is excellent. We 100% definitely...
Virtu Custom Painting & Remodeling Services
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Reviewed in March 2018
Mark Schmelzer with Kitchen Tune-up did an excellent job of refinishing our outdated wood cabinets with beautiful paint and hardware. He also replaced an outdated sink including a new cabinet to accommodate a farmhouse sink. In addition, he did a beautiful back splash to go with new counter...
Kitchen Tune-Up Ponderay, ID
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Reviewed in September 2014
I continued to use their services for around a couple of years. Their contract was very extensive. They didn’t do half of what it said they would do and we had to have them come back out. I had gotten online and notified the company of this and the manager got very mad with me. They moved the...
ORKIN
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Reviewed in May 2014
They are very good at repairing and painting vehicles. I have been using them for 9 years. Their work is excellent and they have a quick turnaround time in getting the job done and they don’t overcharge. So it is value, service and dependability with them.
COLE CHEVY CADILLAC GMC
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Reviewed in April 2014
We hired Plomari construction to paint our foyer, hallway, and entire family room. George offered very competitive pricing. His team, led by Carlos, were on-time, courteous, and very hard working. They did an excellent job and we were very happy with their work. I highly recommend Plomari...
Plomari General Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2012
They did a great job of prepping the house for painting: scraped it completely, pressure washed it, & caulked very well. They missed several spots when spraying and had to return to do them. They did not replace all of my gutters and downspouts. They did not cover my windows and almost all...
LILLY PAINTING
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