Occasionally stucco needs to be repainted due to cracking or color fading. To paint a stucco surface, be sure to use ELASTAMERIC products, designed to expand and contra for stucco surfaces. Also after applying the paint, the surfaces must be back-rolled to engrain the paint in the cracks and crevices. This was your tip from…
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Archives for 2013
When is the best time to schedule my painting project?
At RC Painting we keep an appointment calendar that stays accurate for the entire year. Being that it is Spring, it is the perfect time to pick a date for your painting project and we will hold that spot for you. Keep in mind that our busiest season is the fall, so book your project…
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Are all primers the same?
When priming a surface, it is important to know that there are different primers designed for application over different materials. Not every primer can be used over metal surfaces, drywall or bare wood. Choosing the right primer will help the overall longevity of your project. For help with choosing primers, call your Colorado Springs painting…
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What makes RC Painting different from other painting companies?
RC Painting values quality that lasts over cheap temporary fixes. We work closely with our paint suppliers to match the right materials with the type of job we are doing. We focus on listening to our customers needs and working with them throughout the painting project. RC Painting’s projects are meant to outlast our competitors’.…
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What is flashing?
Upon examining a dry painted wall in the light, if you see shiny spots that are inconsistant throughout the wall, this is called flashing. Flashing can occur when paint had different drying times (for example taking a break halfway through painting a wall), when the coats of paint are uneven, or even on windy days.…
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How do people budget their painting projects?
It is common for us to do estimates for customers who are not interested in painting until next year. Many customer start off just getting an idea first so they can start planning their savings. If the house is in bad shape, however, it is not always the best idea to let the painting project…
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