Services

RESIDENTIAL PAINTING IN CAMBRIDGE

Residential Painting
The Way It Should Be Done

Here at P4P Painting, we believe in doing things the right way in order to meet our customers’ complete satisfaction. We apply a meticulous method to residential painting.

Interior Painting

What's included?

Help move heavy furniture
Covering all surfaces that aren’t to be painted with plastic sheets, tape and drop cloths
Protecting taping switches and sockets covers and taping

What's included?

Perform any necessary repairs to drywall including filling and sanding
Spot priming of any areas of the drywall that were repaired
To ensure a uniform finish, we caulk open joints on trim work

What's included?

Then we apply an initial coat of paint and once it is dry, we do a walkthrough with the customer to make sure that everything is going according to their expectations before we continue
We apply a second coat and do a final walkthrough with the customer
Once the customer is satisfied, we replace all furniture and displaced items, clean the work area and collect payment

Exterior Painting

What's included?

Estimates given by one of our estimators who also explain our process and potential charges
Once a quote is agreed upon, we schedule your project and lay out a timeframe for completion
Soft washing with high quality cleaning agents to set up a clean surface
Covering of plants, windows, walkways and any other surfaces that are not to be painted with plastic sheets and drop cloths
Scraping loose paint from the exterior to ensure new primer and paint adherence

What's included?

Applying bondo or wood filler as needed for a smooth finish
Sanding to ensure adhesion
Make repairs or replacements to rotting or damaged wood as needed
Remove compromised failing caulk
Replace with Elastomeric lifetime caulk

What's included?

Spot priming for trouble areas
Apply 1-2 coats of paint depending on what the job calls for
Site cleanup for every day we are on the job
Customer walkthrough
Payment when the work is done and the customer is satisfied

Kitchen Cabinet Painting/Spraying

What do you need to know before painting your cabinets?

Kitchen cabinets can be repainted to look like newer ones. But in order to get the best results, you should know as much as you can about the project.

You should also get some information that only your contractor can provide. Here is a list of some important aspects of the job you should ask about, be aware of, and some information that you should relay to your contractor:

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Prep Work

You should be aware of what kind of prep work will be needed to repaint your cabinets, i.e. sanding, priming etc.

Old paints and primers need to be completely sanded off so that the new coats will adhere completely to the wood.

We sand the wood with 220 grit paper to begin with. Then we use a chemical etch with a de-glossing agent to strip away any surface contaminants

Paint Location

Be sure of exactly where your cabinets will be painted.

Depending on your project, the actual painting may take place in your kitchen, in your garage or even off-site. If we work in your garage, a dedicated work space will have to be cleared.

If we work directly in your kitchen, we will be sure to tell you how long you will need to keep out. Whatever the case, we will be 100% respectful of your property, cover all surfaces and never leave a mess behind.

Applications

Know what will be going on your cabinets. You should find out which primers, sprays or paints will be used in the project. You should also make sure that any applications will be non-toxic and safe for your family and pets.

Depending on your project, the actual painting may take place in your kitchen, in your garage or even off-site. If we work in your garage, a dedicated work space will have to be cleared. If we work directly in your kitchen, we will be sure to tell you how long you will need to keep out. Whatever the case, we will be 100% respectful of your property, cover all surfaces and never leave a mess behind.

Coats

Find out how many coats of paint and primer will be needed to complete the job.

Before we begin any work, we will specifically detail how many coats of paint and primer we will use for the project. That way you will know what you are paying for. While multiple coats of paint don’t always mean a longer-lasting finish, they will help even out the color and fill in the wood grain.

Project Length

It is important to set a clear timeline for the project to be completed.

You should always know how long the project will take. Kitchen cabinet painting can make your kitchen unusable for a certain amount of time so it is best to be prepared. Here at Paint4Perfection, we will give you an accurate timeframe for completion.

However, it won’t take more than 5 days for one of our painters to complete your project – and that includes drying time. If we put 2 painters on the job, it will only take 3 days.

Safe Products

Lacquers and solvent-based paints are toxic and flammable. They are no longer the best choice for home painting projects. We work with a number of VOC-free (volatile organic compound) paints that offer the same quality finish as traditional paints.

Warranties

Finally, get all information pertaining to manufacturer and labor warranties.

Warranties are important for kitchen cabinet painting jobs. Kitchen cabinets are prone to impact and chipping. Typical 1-year warranties are not enough. That is why we offer long-lasting warranties that cover paint failure, paint release, peeling and chipping.