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How to Select the Right Color and Type of House Paint

Paint color selection for house painting or painting HOA properties: where do you begin? There are as many colors as there are ideas. And once you have a color in mind, how do you know if you have the right type of house paint? TRICO PAINTING knows a thing or two about house painting, and we know paint selection makes a big difference in the look of your property. We also know that the type of paint you work with can impact the longevity and resilience of your finishes. So here’s what our painting pros suggest when it comes to choosing paint you’ll love.

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Painting Oak Cabinets: Will the Grain Show?

A recent survey amongst kitchen remodels found that white cabinets account for 42% of renovations, while lighter woods like oak only came in at 7%. The numbers don't lie: homeowners are over the look of oak cabinets. Whites, colors, and darker washes are now the preferred alternatives.

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How Many Coats Of House Paint Do You Need?

When you're getting an estimate for house painting many painting contractors are offering two coats of paint as part of their pricing. The question is, are you really getting two coats of paint? The answer is, it depends on how your house painter defines two coats of paint. In most cases painters will define two coats as a spray and backroll as two coats of paint. This is NOT two coats of paint. Paint manufacturers like Sherwin Williams and painting contractors like TRICO PAINTING, define two coats as applying one coat of paint per the manufacturer's recommendations and allowing the first coat to completely dry before applying a second coat.

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