Residential Painting (Etobicoke, 2024)
We are your local South Etobicoke home painters and we service neighborhoods such as the Kingsway, Mimico, Richview, High Park, Bloor West and the rest of Toronto. Our team specializes in repainting older homes that are typically found in the South Etobicoke area. These homes require a high degree of finesse and care. That is because older homes require a greater amount of prep work to smoothen out damaged trim, remove old brush marks, correct wavy walls and cut lines. In addition, we must take the homeowner into consideration and how we affect their daily routine. All of our staff have been vetted and trained to work in your home. They are courteous, friendly, trustworthy and clean. We always coordinate with the homeowner the schedule of the areas we will be painting and pride ourselves in being predictable.
Our Projects
Our Residential Repainting Process
Step 1 - Masking & Floor Protection
The first step in a residential repaint project is to protect the surrounding areas. That means sealing off the rooms we are working in so that the dust and debris doesn't spread to other rooms. We then carefully move all of the furniture to the center of the rooms or to another area where we are not working. We then thoroughly mask the furniture with plastic and protect the floors with dropcloths or construction paper. Features such as wallpaper and kitchen cabinets are all masked with plastic to protect against overspray - especially in the case where ceilings are being painted. In cases where the trim is being sprayed, we have to make sure that the masking is tight to the edges and seals all the areas. We remove all switch covers and drop down & cover pot lights if there are any.
Step 2 - Wall & Trim Repair
The second step is to thoroughly repair the walls and trim. For walls repairs, we use standard drywall compound to patch and fill holes, scratches and scuffs. Depending on the depth of the damage, we may have to apply several thin coats of compound while letting them dry in between. We then mark the repair areas with tape for later sanding (it can be difficult to see patched areas of the walls are white). For trim repairs we first punch in any protruding nails. We then fill/reform damaged trim with wood filler to restore the shape of the trim. Wood filler is our preferred filler for trim because it dries hard and forms a bond with the wood fibers. If the existing caulk is lifting, we cut out the old caulk before applying a new bead of caulking.
Additional rounds of hole filling after applying the primer or top coat is common because the paint can reveal areas which were initially missed.
Step 3 - Sanding & Priming
Step 3 is to thoroughly sand all the areas that were patched/repaired. This process smoothens the patch so that it can blend in with the rest of the surfaces. In addition to sanding down areas that were repaired, we also do a light sand to all of the walls and trim. A light sand helps to remove dust & texture and to give the paint a profile to adhere to. Our team uses Festool dust extractors with our sanders to provide a dustless experience while sanding.
Areas which were patched are then primed to seal in the filler/compound, promote adhesion and prevent flashing of the finish coat. We also look for stains (water marks, grease, pen, etc...) and prime them to prevent the colour from bleeding through the finish coat. The primer sometimes raises wood fibers or drywall compound so it is important to lightly sand those areas after.
Step 3 - Applying Paint
After all the prep work is complete, we are finally ready to paint. Our order of painting is:
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Cut & roll the ceilings
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Roll the first coat of paint on the wall
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Apply 2 coats of paint on the trim
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Cut the walls in
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Cut the 2nd coat of paint on the walls
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Roll the 2nd coat of paint on the walls
The reason we roll before cutting on the first coat is because it allows us to see if we missed any holes or areas that need to be filled. We can then fill those areas and let them dry while we paint the trim and cut the walls (which takes more time). On the second coat we always cut first and then roll to hide brush marks and prevent flashing.
Our Reviews
5 Year Warranty
Our team uses top of the line paints and never skip out on prep. That is why we offer a 5 year warranty on our interior painting jobs.
Efficient & Clean
Our team is equipped with the top of line dustless sanding equipment which allows us to prep your house in less time, keep your house clean, and save you money.
Daily Updates & Cleaning
We send daily video updates so that you know exactly what's going on without having to be there. Our crew always protect the surrounding areas and clean up daily so your house never looks like a mess.
Paints We Use For Interior Painting
#1 Benjamin Moore - Regal Select
Our favourite paint to use for interior painting is Benjamin Moore's second top of the line paint, Regal Select. Though not as prestigious as Benjamin Moore's Aura (Benny Moore's top of the line paint), Regal Select is the overall better value for interior painting projects (we only recommend Aura if you are painting your condo a deep colour). Regal Select is thick, covers well, dries fast and looks smooth on walls. Regal boasts exceptional cleanability, even in a matte finish. That means you can wipe & wash your walls without worrying about the paint fading off. This product is self-priming so you can apply it directly to your walls unless there are stains underneath.
Pricing: $94.99 +HST / gallon
FAQ
Q: Do you cover the floors & furniture?
Prior to starting work, our team covers the floors with drop clothes and floor paper to ensure that your floors are protected. We move all the furniture to the center of the room and cover them with plastic to protect them against overspray or spills
Q: Does your team clean up after themselves?
Our team cleans up daily and in full upon completion so your home never looks like a mess. We use dust extractors while working which minimizes the amount of dust in your home.
Q: Do you offer a warranty?
We offer a 5-year warranty. If you find any failures such as peeling paint, we will come back and fix it for free.
Q: What is your payment schedule?
We require a 30% deposit to lock in your spot. After the job is complete and your are satisfied, all outstanding amounts are due.
Q: Do you fill in holes prior to painting?
Our typical package includes two rounds of filling. We will fill holes, scratches and knicks on the walls and trim. The first round of filling happens prior to applying the first coat of paint and then the second round after the first coat of paint.
Q: Do you have liability insurance?
We have liability insurance up to $2,000,000
Q: Do your prices include paint?
Our prices include all paint, materials and labour. This helps ensure that there are no hidden costs.
Q: How many coats of paint do you apply?
Standard packages include 2 finish coats of paint. This is usually sufficient if the new colour is similar to the one underneath. Deeper colours can require more coats of paint. Covering over darker colours can also require more coats of paint. It is not always possible to predict the coverage of a colour so additional coats of paint can incur extra costs.