Talk about a deck with a view!

August 18th, 2020

Every so often the professional painters of Kevin Palmer Painting have the opportunity to work at a job site so beautiful that it makes coming to work like going on vacation. Restoring the deck for an Avon, Connecticut couple was one of those opportunities.

The homeowners wanted to protect and preserve their deck overlooking the Farmington Valley. They chose Kevin Palmer Painting to undertake this project.

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The initial evaluation of the deck showed that the deck had been well maintained over the years but needed to be sanded to remove coatings which had deteriorated over time.

The floor was professionally sanded leaving a surface ready for preparatory work to begin. The painting professionals of Kevin Palmer Painting thoroughly cleaned the deck as the 1st step in the coating process. Discolored areas as were treated to remove stains and discoloration where grills and furniture markings showed over time. Loose floor boards were secured as needed and the deck was soon ready for coating.

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The homeowners followed the recommendations of Kevin Palmer Painting and elected to use a top-quality preservative that would enhance the beauty of the wood allowing the grain and natural beauty of the wood to show through. The clear preservative would protect the wood from snow and rain and exposure to the sun.

A premium product manufactured by Sherwin-Williams was used. The painters boxed the preservative to ensure uniformity of finish and began their work.

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Care was taken to cover and protect the surrounding house, patio areas, and landscaping. The painters worked with the grain of the wood, overlapping as required to ensure a uniform, rich finish.

The staining of this deck came out beautiful. The homeowners were a pleasure to work with and the deck has been protected from Mother Nature and looks wonderful! With the vacation project complete, the painters of Kevin Palmer Painting were soon off to their next project.

What a Difference a Color Makes!

June 29th, 2020

Kevin Palmer Painting recently completed another exterior painting project in Simsbury Connecticut.

Our professional painters gave this vintage colonial an exterior update.

The owners wanted to refresh their home’s appearance and give it a timeless appeal. They certainly succeeded. The color looks beautiful and the finish blends perfectly with the surrounding landscaping and plantings.

This home has aluminum siding that was oxidized and needed cleaning. Power washing removed the chalking and surface contaminants. A biodegradable, environmentally friendly cleanser used to remove mold and mildew, and the house was ready for painting.

Our men prepared the house for painting. Attention was paid to details necessary to achieve a beautiful, durable, long-lasting paint finish. Holes were filled with epoxy patching compound, loose paint was removed and sanded, and stains were given a coat of shellac.

The painters then applied a beautiful finish to the home’s exterior. The work was done with state-of-the-art airless equipment enabling us to provide the ultimate finish. No brush marks, no lap marks, no dribbles or sags! The house looks brand-new and the new paint job will provide a maintenance free surface for years to come.

The owners have great taste and were a pleasure to work for. Their color selection was beautiful and the painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting were proud to have been selected to complete this exterior painting project.


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June 24th, 2020

The painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting were thrilled to paint the exterior of a modern Simsbury classic. Admired by many, this gorgeous house, designed and built by John Hartwell, is both beautiful and elegant. The painting project included restoring an historic carriage barn which is part of this magical property.

As the first part of the painting process, the house and barn were carefully and thoroughly power washed. Care was taken to protect the landscaping and beautiful flower beds surrounding the house and barn. Mold and mildew were removed, paving the way for the next stage of the exterior painting process, the preparatory work. Scraping and sanding off loose paint ensured a sound foundation for the new coatings. The window sash on the carriage barn were glazed and restored to their original grandeur. Caulking of the trim insured a watertight seal and shellac was applied to the knot holes to eliminate bleed through.

The painters then applied Sherwin-Williams Woodscape stain to the siding and Sherwin-Williams Duration paint to the trim.

The results speak for themselves.

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Using only premium grade products will protect the house and barn well into the future. The house and carriage barn look beautiful!

Of particular satisfaction in painting this home was to be part of the history of this home. John Hartwell, the home’s builder, is a close friend. John Hartwell designed and built this home with a commitment to quality and craftsmanship rarely found these days. The home is sensitive to the magnificent landscape environment and blends with the beautiful meadows and rolling hills surrounding the home.

The color John originally selected for this home is the color most often requested by our customers, Hartwell Yellow. How nice to have a color name for a special person. It’s a beautiful color that enhances the property and at the same time blends with the surrounding grounds.

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The present owners were an absolute delight to work for. They love their home and maintain their property in the best possible manner. Kevin Palmer Painting was proud and honored to be selected to complete the exterior painting for them. This magnificent house and carriage barn have been lovingly and painstakingly restored and painted and are a beautiful part of the Simsbury landscape.

Happy 300th birthday to this beautiful home!

June 3rd, 2020

Kevin Palmer Painting recently completed an exterior painting project restoring one of the most beautiful homes in Simsbury, Connecticut. Located in the Simsbury Historic District, the original Jonathan Humphrey House was lovingly prepared and refinished by the experts at Kevin Palmer Painting.

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The painters used decades of professional painting experience to ensure this landmark property was preserved to the highest standards. The painting process began with power washing the home’s exterior. Roof washing was next on the agenda. As always, throughout the painting process the beautiful landscaping was protected. Next the painters tackled the preparatory work. Scraping, sanding, spot priming, and glazing the windows laid the groundwork to prepare this beautiful home for its finish. Carpentry repairs included restoring some siding, trim and window sills and then on to the finish painting. Top-quality premium grade paints and stains were lovingly applied to the home’s exterior.

We couldn’t be happier with the results! It was an honor to be able to restore this beautiful home in a manner that preserves and protects the home going forward. The homeowners were a delight to work for and the pictures speak a thousand words. Happy 300th birthday to this beautiful home newly painted by the painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting.

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We Paint Mansions

June 6th, 2017

Kevin Palmer Painting has provided interior and exterior professional painting services to residential and commercial customers for over 50 years.

Looking back upon our company’s growth and evolution, it is with a great sense of pride of accomplishment and acknowledgment and appreciation of our good fortune that we look to the future.

When Kevin Palmer Painting began business in the 1960s, oil-based paints were the gold standard, solid body stains were rarely used, and airless spray applications were unheard of.

The first home we painted was our parents’ home in Simsbury Connecticut. Our father purchased Sears Best Weather Beater paint, provided the brushes and drop cloths, and just like that, we were in business! Our mother was a perfectionist and was skeptical at best.

The house took longer to paint than we ever imagined, but we certainly learned a lot. Painting our parents’ home taught us the importance of preparation work, the need to be knowledgeable about paint products and tool usage, and an appreciation for the importance and necessity of doing quality work. We had to please our (scared to death) mom who envisioned a disaster of epic proportions.

Our hard work paid off. The job was a success! Our parent’s neighbors noticed our hard work and their beautifully painted home, and soon we were receiving calls from others to paint their homes. Our prices were fair, the quality of our work was excellent, and over time we developed a reputation for providing a superior paint job and long-lasting value.

As time progressed and our painting business grew, we needed to hire additional painters. We always hired the best persons possible and our choice of quality individuals was key to our growth and success. We trained our painters using best practices, taught everyone to pay attention to detail, and insisted that the job site always be kept neat. Our painters, some of whom have been with us for over 30 years, have been the key to our success. To a person, our painters are highly skilled, professional, honest, and very nice people.

Over the years we’ve had the good fortune of painting over 5000 houses in the West Hartford Connecticut and Farmington Valley towns. We have had the opportunity to paint some of the most beautiful properties in the area. The name Kevin Palmer Painting has become synonymous with quality work. We have painted small houses, large houses, and everything in between.

One day a potential customer introduced himself to us and remarked “I know you guys! You paint mansions!” Recognizing the sincerity of the person’s words it was not lost on us how we had established our reputation. We developed our painting and pressure washing business reputation by providing the best quality work, combined with excellent service, for the most demanding and discriminating customers in our community. By treating everyone’s home with the utmost care and recognizing that everyone’s home is their mansion, Kevin Palmer Painting has prospered.

We hope you will consider Kevin Palmer Painting for your next painting or pressure washing project. We proudly service the interior and exterior painting and pressure washing needs for customers in Avon CT, Bloomfield CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, Simsbury CT, and West Hartford CT. You can find further information about our painting business at www.kevinpalmerpainting.com.

 

Your House Painting Project from Start to Finish

April 24th, 2017

Kevin Palmer Painting has been in the interior and exterior painting business for 50 years. This is a milestone of which we are very honored. We pride ourselves in providing unparalleled customer service from start to finish. We strive to provide our customers with absolutely the best paint job possible.

Each painting project begins with a free estimate. With over a half-century of experience in the residential and commercial painting and pressure washing industry, Kevin Palmer Painting has seen it all. We are able to provide painting solutions and options for a wide array of customer needs. We listens to our client’s requirements and concerns, develop a thorough evaluation of their painting needs, and provide a fair price to complete the required work in the best manner possible. 

Local references are provided as we are proud of the quality of our workmanship and our attention to customer service. Kevin Palmer Painting has full insurance coverage and can provide Certificates of Insurance for Workers Compensation, motor vehicle, and liability insurance upon request.

Paint and stain options specific to our client’s needs are discussed. A variety of premium grade paint and stain options are offered, and objective evaluations and recommendations regarding product usage are presented and explained. Kevin Palmer Painting also offers assistance with color selection on our website, including color visualization tools and leading paint manufacturer color offerings. Color samples are always made for client approval, prior to the start of painting.

A professional colorist and recognized paint expert, Mr. Thomas Mach of Thomas Mach Interiors, In The House & Through The Garden, is also highly recommended by Kevin Palmer Painting. Thomas Mach Interiors has been helping customers find the perfect color for years and is a treasure trove of knowledge and experience regarding paint, wallpaper, furniture, and design. Thomas Mach’s combination of extraordinary style and taste has benefited many clients over the years.

Once a project is slated for scheduling, a written Proposal is sent out. The Proposal describes in detail the scale, scope, and pricing of the work to be done. We always give a start and completion date so our customers can schedule accordingly. Our Proposal includes our Connecticut Home Improvement Contractor license number, our EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm registration number, and a Notice of Cancellation.

Approximately a week prior to starting work, our customers receive notification providing the date and time work will be starting. This notification helps our customers with their planning needs and provides an opportunity to answer any last minute questions. We make every attempt to work around our customer’s busy schedules, pet needs, and seasonal/situational issues; perhaps a birds nest under the deck with babies about to hatch or a graduation party ready to happen. Whatever comes our way, our professional painters accommodate our customer’s needs as best possible.

Our exterior painting projects begin with a thorough pressure washing of all surfaces scheduled to be painted. Our washing process will remove mold, mildew, and surface contaminants. Our cleansers are carefully selected to be environmentally friendly yet extremely effective. We thoroughly rinse after power washing is complete. Our rinsing is thorough and meticulous. Our attention to detail assures our customers’ homes will be clean and ready for painting.

The preparation process is the next step along the way and probably the most important part of our job. We cover and protect our client’s properties throughout the work process. Lightweight, leak-proof drop cloths capture and contain debris generated during our scraping and sanding efforts. Our professional painters carefully apply caulk to cracks and openings where moisture or insects may enter. They apply shellac to knot holes, stains, and discolorations to ensure that bleed-through will not be of concern. Kevin Palmer Painting are experts at glazing windows, and we can make look old sash look and perform like new.

The actual painting process is where all of our efforts come together. Our painters use skill, experience, equipment, and premium paints and stains to transform our client’s homes and businesses. We create beautiful outcomes that are durable and will withstand the test of time. Paint is applied uniformly and evenly. Straight lines are cut and brushstrokes follow the grain of the wood. No messes, drips, or spillage allowed. The expert painters at Kevin Palmer Painting take immense pride in their work it shows. We give our customers the best paint job possible.  Upon final inspection we welcome our customer’s scrutiny and review. The closer our clients look, the better our painters look.

 Kevin Palmer Painting has painted for thousands of customers in West Hartford, Connecticut and the Farmington Valley towns of Avon CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, and Simsbury CT. We take great pride in our work and make every effort to make each of our clients a repeat customer. We hope you’ll call us for your next painting project at 860-658-2441. For further information, please visit our website at http://www.kevinpalmerpainting.com/.