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Stunning Interior Painting Project In Rye, NY
We love our work for all kinds of reasons, and every project we work on has something to appreciate. That said, painting this house in Rye, New York stood out as a special treat! The…
Is It Better To Paint Or Stain My Deck?
What is that magic product that will look perfect on your deck and last halfway to forever? Unfortunately, there is no single product that is best for coating everyone’s deck, and…
Painting Condominiums And Apartments – NY Commercial Painting
Keeping up with the maintenance of a multi-unit housing complex, whether they are condominiums or apartments, can be a daunting task. Between the daily incidental repairs of plumbing and…
Interior Painting Tips: Paint Ideas With Chair Rail
If you’re looking for an easy yet transformative way to add charm and character to your walls, these paint ideas with chair rail are a must-try. A chair rail doesn’t just serve a…
What’s The Benefit Of A Painter 4A Day?
Do you have a long list of home maintenance and improvement tasks to complete? Sometimes this list includes numerous small painting items. It’s not a situation where you would normally…
Paul Viggiano Named A Rising Star By The Business Council Of Westchester
When the Business Council of Westchester (BCW) honors its annual Rising Stars: 40 Under 40, it shines a spotlight on emerging leaders who exemplify excellence in business and community…
What Should You Do With Your Leftover Paint?
Residential painting is a little like a big family dinner: no matter how well you plan, there are always going to be leftovers. The next question is, what should you do with those…
What Kind Of Paint Brush Should You Use?
We’ve spent a good amount of time in the past talking about how essential it is to work with quality paint products. Bargain options may seem attractive, but at the end of the day they…
Are You Considering Black Interior Paint? Start Here!
In a world dominated by light neutrals, a few bold homeowners are taking a stand for color. Actually, more than a few. Sherwin-Williams, for example, recently shared two trending…
George Williams Jr. Recognized As A 914INC. Wunderkind
A.G. Williams Painting Company is proud to celebrate George Williams Jr., who was recognized as a 2017 Wunderkind by 914INC. Magazine. Each year, the publication honors rising…
What Causes Exterior Paint Failure?
Few things are more frustrating than investing time, money, and sweat in your home’s exterior paint, and then watching your work begin to chip, peel, and flake just a few years later. Or…
Painting Structural Steel: Commercial Painting Projects
Commercial painting contractors need to be adaptable to a huge variety of situations, from aerial lifting to confined space work, and from premium wall-covering installation to…
How Do You Choose A Paint Color For An Open Concept Space?
In decades past, rooms were divided into purpose-driven, defined spaces in many cases. Sitting rooms, dining rooms, parlors (if it’s really an older home), kitchen, etc… This made…
Tips For Cleaning And Maintaining Your Interior Paint
After you’ve invested time and energy in transforming your interior paint, the next step is to protect and preserve those carefully-chosen colors. Life happens, bringing along scuffs,…
How Many Coats Of Exterior Paint Do You Need?
As you plan your exterior painting update, you have a lot to consider. Color, brand (invest in high-quality paint!), quantity, and, of course, how many coats to apply. You don’t want to…
Tips For Painting Your Walls With High-Gloss Products
As you may recall, we’ve talked before about the importance of choosing the best paint sheen for your interior painting project. Here’s a quick recap (or you can check out the full…
How Do You Find A Good Contractor? Look For These 6 Attributes
If you’re planning a home improvement project this spring, whether it’s a kitchen remodel, fresh exterior paint, or a gorgeous new deck, you likely are focusing on the finished product.…
7 Benefits Of Hiring A Professional To Meet Your Exterior House Painting Needs
Over the years, we’ve observed that homeowners typically fall into one of two camps when it comes to exterior house painting. One camp says, “There’s no way I would try to paint my own…
How Do You Paint A Bathroom? Here Are A Few Common Mistakes To Avoid
Your bathroom is a unique space, and it demands a high level of performance from your paint. Lots of traffic and use (especially if you have a larger family), elevated moisture levels,…
5 Unmistakable Signs That It’s Time To Paint Your Home
As we’ve discussed before, exterior paint offers a whole lot more than just style. It’s your home’s first line of defense, acting as a shield against premature rot, decay, sun damage,…
Why Is Quality Exterior Paint Vital For Your House Painting Project?
We recently wrote an article that outlines the importance of investing in a reputable, higher-end painting company, even if theirs isn’t the cheapest estimate in the pile. Analyzing cost…
Ready To Plan Your Springtime Home Painting And Maintenance? Start Here!
Spring has a way of resetting everything. The warmer air, longer days, and return of sunshine naturally motivate homeowners to look around and think about what could use a little…
Should You Paint Before Selling Your Home? Here’s Why It’s A Good Investment!
If your property is going on the market, you likely are sifting through your home improvement options, trying to find the perfect way to add marketability in a cost-effective way. After…
Which Is The Better Painting Technique: Brush-and-Roll Or Spraying?
Yes. That’s the short answer, but we’re guessing you’d like a little more elaboration to make your click worthwhile (we don’t blame you). What we mean by our rather cryptic “yes” is that…