PROTECT
- Interior: Protect floors, cabinets, countertops, furniture, fixtures, walls and adjacent surfaces as applicable.
- Exterior: Protect windows, doors, landscaping, hardscape and adjacent surfaces as applicable.
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL PAINTING
PAINTING DONE RIGHT
COMES DOWN TO THE DETAILS
The finished result depends on more than the paint itself. Proper preparation, the right tools, and careful application are the details behind a professional finish.
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THE WORK SHOULD
SPEAK FOR ITSELF
TOOLS MATTER
THE RIGHT TOOL
FOR THE SURFACE
Not every surface should be painted the same way.
The thickness of the fibers on a roller cover is called the nap. We select the nap based on the surface, coating and finish we’re working with.
A 3/8 inch nap is commonly used on smoother walls and ceilings, 1/2 inch nap can work well on lightly textured surfaces, and 3/4 inch nap reaches further into heavier textures and rougher surfaces.
Choosing the appropriate roller cover helps the paint reach the surface properly and produce consistent coverage.
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BEFORE / AFTER
APPLICATION
COVERAGE MATTERS
Application matters just as much as selecting the right tools.
Existing finishes also matter. Age, fading, sheen, lighting, surface condition and how the original coating was applied can all affect how the finished color appears.
Too much paint or improper application can create runs or sags, where the coating moves downward before it sets. And when an area doesn’t receive complete coverage, painters sometimes call the missed spot a “holiday.”
Paint manufacturers specify recommended coverage rates and film thickness for their coatings. On projects where coating thickness is specified, wet-film or dry-film thickness can be checked against the coating manufacturer’s requirements. Too little material can affect hiding, durability and performance; excessive application can contribute to runs, sags, improper curing and other defects.
The goal is consistent coverage and the appropriate film thickness for the coating being used.
BILLKO PAINTING PROCESS
THE FINISH STARTS
BEFORE THE PAINT
A professional paint job is more than the finish coat. The work begins with protecting the property and preparing the surface, continues with the appropriate application method, and ends with cleanup and a final walkthrough with the customer.
PREPARE
- Interior: Clean where necessary; fill and patch; caulk; sand; address loose or flaking coatings; prime where needed.
- Exterior: Pressure wash or clean; scrape loose or peeling coatings; sand; caulk; repair cracks; spot-prime or prime where required.
PAINT
- Select brush, roller or spray according to the surface, coating, surrounding conditions and desired finish.
CLEAN UP
- Remove protection, clear materials and equipment, and clean the work area when painting is complete.
FINAL WALKTHROUGH
- Walk the completed project with you and address any items requiring attention before the project is closed out.
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WRITTEN WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY
Standard residential painting is backed by our one-year written workmanship warranty. Exterior painting is backed by a five-year written warranty.
The warranty terms are included with the project proposal so you know what is covered before the work begins.
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YOUR PROJECT NEEDS?
You don’t have to determine the roller cover, nap, coating or application method yourself.
Send us a few photos and tell us about the project. We’ll review what you’re working with and determine the appropriate next step.
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WHAT’S ON YOUR LIST?
Tell us about the work you’d like completed. You don’t have to figure out which type of service you need. We’ll review what you send and help determine the appropriate next step.
