Painting FAQ

Professional painters can paint drywall, plaster, wood, brick, masonry, metal, aluminum, and vinyl siding. Each surface may require different preparation or specialty primers.

Yes.

• Previously painted brick can be repainted.
• Bare brick requires a masonry primer before applying exterior paint for durability and adhesion.

Yes. Wood, aluminum, and previously painted vinyl windows can be painted. New, unpainted windows require a quality bonding primer.
Important: Painting vinyl windows is not always recommended because they expand/contract and may not hold paint long-term.

Both, depending on what will give the best result:

• Spraying: exteriors, kitchen cabinets, doors, textured ceilings
• Rolling/brushing: most interiors, trims, and walls

Spraying creates a smooth factory-like finish but requires more masking.

Yes. Aluminum and metal gutters can be repainted and are often sprayed for a smooth finish.

Yes, but only with paint designed for concrete or masonry. Floors often require epoxy-style coatings for durability.

Many commercial surfaces require:

• Industrial metal coatings
• Fire-resistant products
• Epoxy floor coatings
• Dryfall for open ceilings

Dryfall is used on high warehouse ceilings because overspray dries into dust before hitting the ground—making cleanup fast.

Painters can schedule as soon as 2 weeks and as far as 10+ weeks out, depending on season and workload.

Some pigments (reds, yellows, teals, pure whites) are naturally translucent, requiring multiple coats for solid coverage.

Pricing varies by region and scope, but common ballpark ranges include:

• Walls only (12×12): ~$300
• Walls + ceilings: ~$550
• Walls + ceilings + trim: ~$900

Height, repairs, number of coats, and paint quality affect pricing