The Paint Bros - Grants Pass

What has to be done prior to painting?  Before any project is set to begin, you need to have a plan.  The planning stage of any project, whether it is painting or building an addition is critical.  It is the key foundation for every project that is performed by a professional or do it yourselfer.  Many times, homeowners start a project and leave uncompleted because they fail to plan properly, leading to overwhelming problems once the project begins.  The planning stage should include and isn't limited to budget, time and materials.   Do I need a budget?  The budget is a key factor in the planning stage because it sets the expectation of cost.  There are some projects that will finish on budget or over budget.  As the client or DIY person, you have to be ready for the unexpected.  There are many factors that will influence a budget, and it may include weather delay or unexpected damage that surfaces.  When working with a professional licensed contractor, you will receive clear commu

Exterior Painting The Season is here and soon exterior painting will begin.  Before any exterior painting is performed, there are necessary measures to be taken to ensure a long lasting paint job. Preparation    It is important that the surface area is properly prepared prior to application of any paint.  The first step is to begin with a clean surface. You don't want any contaminants that will later cause issues with the new paint job.  The Paint Bros takes the necessary steps to ensure everything is done properly without rushing through the job.   After a clean surface area, it is critical to patch any holes or cracks.  In some cases,  you will need to sand or scrape peeling paint.  Again, you want to give attention to all the detail areas that need repair.  This process will aid against moisture buildup in areas that can potentially cause your newly painted home to fail.  There are many products on the market that assist with moisture blocking and peeling.  This would be the b

Kitchen Remodeling  How to do it right the first time There are so many variables involved with a kitchen remodeling project.  If you are a weekend warrior, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure it all goes as planned.  To Start, you will want a durable finish for your kitchen cabinets and drawers.  However, before you go any further, you need to plan!  Do you have a budget ?  You would be surprised how many people I meet and their budget is not realistic with the expectation.  This is not meant to offend anyone.  There is a budget for ever type of project.  You as the homeowner need to decide how much or how little you want to spend.   Full remodel or partial ? Kitchen Island - Full Remodel Project A full remodel includes a demolition of an existing kitchen.  You may decide to rearrange the existing floorplan of your kitchen.  You might decide to add an island or more cabinets.  An average kitchen remodeling can start from $3000 - $60,000 + .  This is why planning is cruc