Posts Tagged ‘commercial interior painting’

What Makes A Paint Great?

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Use Premium Quality Paint for Best Painting Results

Customers call Kevin Palmer Painting to receive the best interior and exterior paint job possible. Having been in the painting business for nearly a half century, we have the knowledge, experience, and skillsets necessary to select and apply only the best and most appropriate paints from the world’s top manufacturers. Here are some of the things we consider when selecting a premium quality paint for your home:

Adhesion to a properly prepared surface is paramount. If a product does not adhere to the surface, nothing else matters. If a house shows evidence of moisture problems, we will select an appropriate product for that concern. Some coatings tend to offer optimum breathability and permeability. As moisture is the leading cause of paint peeling problems, the ability of a coating to permit moisture transfer without bubbling and blistering is important. Using a premium quality paint in a high moisture environment increases the probability that the coating will remain intact and protect the surface while decreasing the probability of future peeling problems.

Resistance to mold and mildew is a vital consideration if a freshly painted home is going to retain its good looks. At Kevin Palmer Painting we always power wash prior to painting to make sure the surface is free of mold and mildew before we paint. Then we select a coating that will be resistant to the future regrowth of organic elements. We also recommend proper actions on homes afflicted with artillery fungus.

A paint product’s ability to overcome the problems associated with chalking and erosion is critical. Chalking results when paint oxidizes and washes off. Over time excess chalkiness results in this oxidized film washing down onto surfaces below. Chalking creates discoloration and is easily avoided with proper paint product selection. Likewise, when a gutter overflows or there is excess water runoff onto a home’s siding, discoloration will mar the painted surface. Proper product selection and usage eliminates these issues.

Paint’s successful ability to deal with the issue of color and gloss retention is critical to maintain a paint job’s visual appeal, Sun, rain, and Mother Nature conspire to wreak havoc on a home’s exterior. Oftentimes one exposure of a home becomes a different color than another. Likewise the sheen of paint will diminish over time, resulting in a loss of gloss, particularly noticeable on windows, shutters, doors, and trim. Touch-up of these areas if needed can be difficult because of the variations of color and gloss. The selection and use of superior paint products helps make these paint problems a non-event.

Washability, scrubability, durability are also important considerations in the selection of a paint. They affect a paint job’s longevity and ease of future maintenance. Anyone who has ever tried to remove dirt from a painted surface can certainly attest to the importance of these considerations.

Finally, at Kevin Palmer Painting our commitment to the environment is paramount. Wherever possible, we paint using “green” products, formulated to have low VOC’s or no VOC’s. These premium quality paint products minimize odors, and help everyone concerned with good stewardship of the environment.

Premium Quality Paint

Let me close by restating that premium quality paint is important to the overall outcome of your painting project. At Kevin Palmer Painting, we’ve had exceptional results in pairing product selection with surface conditions. Our expertise and knowledge of paints and stains enables us to give our customers the best paint job possible.

Kevin Palmer Painting is proud to service the interior painting, exterior painting, house staining, and power washing needs in West Hartford CT and the surrounding Farmington Valley towns of Avon CT, Bloomfield CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, and Simsbury CT. For further information or to discuss your next residential painting, commercial painting, or power washing project you can reach us at (860) 658-2441 or visit us on the web at www.kevinpalmerpainting.com .

Due Diligence: Spend Time Now And Avoid Problems Later

Monday, May 9th, 2011

The other day I received an email from an individual wanting an internet painting quote. Her message read as follows: “New room – sheetrocked and taped, paint ready. Ceiling (8ft), sloped to 4′ knee walls, one closet, trim around window doors and baseboard. About 16×20. “

And that was it. The individual wanted to know “the bottom line.”  The potential customer wanted me to quote on this work sight unseen, and was undoubtedly contracting the entire project in this fashion. I declined to quote.

House painting is an investment in a home that, if done correctly, pays long-term dividends and enhances a home’s value and appearance. Or as our customers say, “House painting by Kevin Palmer Painting looks better, lasts longer, and offers the ultimate in beauty and protection.” At Kevin Palmer Painting, we take a synergistic approach to painting, bringing together many different elements to achieve a greater result not obtainable independently.

Kevin Palmer Painting insists on meeting with potential painting clients to discuss their house painting needs. A responsible painter will not simply “leave the price in the mailbox.” There are too many variables needing to be clarified in order to serve a customer’s best interests.

What is the condition of the ceilings and walls? Has the taping been done properly? How will paint sheen affect the finish product? Flat finishes hides a multitude of sins while sheen enhances wash ability. Lighting needs to be considered as it reflects off ceilings and walls. Is paint odor a consideration? Some products contain more VOC’s than others, and paint performance i.e. wash ability, scrub ability, resistance to mold and mildew, resistance to fading, ease of touch-up etc. are all factors which need to be considered and discussed. Who will be doing the work? How long have they been a house painter? How long have the painters worked for your company? Are the painters supervised?

At Kevin Palmer Painting we understand the devil is in the details. The house painters at Kevin Palmer Painting wear booties over their shoes to protect our customer’s floors. Smoking is never permitted; our trained professional painters are punctual, polite, skilled, and hard-working. We take care of our customer’s homes whether carefully covering furniture or making sure the perennial bed against the side of the house is protected.

In fact “the bottom line” is made up of so many variables, it is incumbent on the homeowner to spend time with their painting contractor, review the project, address needs and concerns, and attain a level of comfort insuring that the homeowner and contractor are on the same page.

At Kevin Palmer Painting, we have been servicing the interior painting, exterior painting, house staining, power washing, and low pressure roof cleaning needs of fine homes in West Hartford CT and the surrounding Farmington Valley towns of Avon CT, Bloomfield CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, and Simsbury CT for nearly a half century. If you are considering investing in the best painting work possible and want to discuss your next residential painting, commercial painting, or power washing project you can reach us at (860) 658-2441 or visit us on the web at www.kevinpalmerpainting.com .

 

Our Painting Customers Have Spoken…It’s Unanimous!

Saturday, October 23rd, 2010

Kevin Palmer Painting is fortunate to have worked for numerous painting customers in Avon, Canton, Farmington, Granby, Simsbury, and West Hartford CT. Here are a few of the many comments and compliments we have received:

This interior painting customer from West Hartford, CT is a repeat customer. She has a lovely home which is meticulously maintained. She required some carpentry renovations in addition to our painting services. It was our pleasure to be of service.

“Dear Kevin. Thank you for a job well done! Rusty was most accommodating, and he, Rob, Wald, and your carpenter were a pleasure to work with. It was so nice to see Rob again, and I am sorry I didn’t get the chance to say Goodbye. I told everyone I’d miss them when they were gone- and I do!! Thanks again.” M.Z., West Hartford, CT

Accommodating people’s busy schedules is very important to everyone. Our painters are always respectful of our customer’s time and property.

“Kevin – Thanks for a very timely and great house painting job. Very nice crew and everything left clean. The neighbors are all saying “Looks great!”” L.M., Simsbury, CT 06070

“Dear Kevin and crew – You did a fantastic job painting our house! Not only did you do it at a time when I really needed you, you were all so nice, receptive and supportive.  The paint job is beautiful, neat, and of skillful quality.  Not only are you great painters, but wonderful people, too. Thank you Kevin!”  K.Z., Simsbury, CT

Our interior and exterior painting customers can rely upon Kevin Palmer Painting to go the extra step – to make every effort to meet and exceed expectations. It is rewarding to receive a letter like this:

“Dear Kevin. Many thanks for a painting job well done. Rusty and the others did great work together during weather that was quite hot and humid. You have a wonderful crew of workers who are very competent, quiet, quick, neat, and friendly. Not many, if any, can equal all that! We are so pleased to see our home once again enhanced by your standards!! I sincerely appreciate your care and concern.’ R.P., Canton, CT

Comments on our work are always appreciated. We work hard to please all of our painting customers. This note was particularly gratifying:

“Kevin and your team of painters – What a magnificent work of art you and your team performed on our home! Many, many thanks! The team you have assembled has no match. They are all true gentlemen, and work together as no other group I have seen in all my, almost 80, years. By the end of the work they were a part of our family and Bobbie and I will miss all of you. The very, very best of health and happiness to you all.” S,S., Simsbury, CT

When customers are at work or away from home, it is absolutely necessary to have honest, trusted, skilled professionals working on their homes. Kevin Palmer Painting has just that. We have absolutely the best painters, anywhere, – no exception.

“Thank you, Kevin.  for the excellent painting work on our home. It was done very professionally. Thank you! Rob made the house look new again!! It was so nice to come home to see our freshly painted house this week. Everything is beautiful! Best wishes to your painting crew.” G.G., West Simsbury, CT

“Kevin, Rusty, Rob, and the entire painting team – Thanks so much for a job well done on the interior painting of my home. I am really pleased with the results… and all my neighbors are impressed too. Hopefully some referrals will be coming your way. All the best.” K.S. West Hartford, CT

Not all jobs are the same. Kevin Palmer painting provides a variety of interior and exterior painting services with 1 goal in mind: We give each and every customer the best paint job possible. It is our aim to make everyone a repeat customer. And we usually succeed.

“Dear Kevin and Rusty – The house painting looks great! We know we can always count on you for a job well done. Thanks again!” S.H., West Hartford, CT

“Kevin – I just want to take a moment to let you know how pleased my wife and I are with the wonderful painting job your company did on our deck and pergola… It came out great! We will definitely use your painting services again in the future.” J.F. Avon, CT

“Dear Kevin – We are thrilled with the exterior painting job you did on our home. We walked around our house tonight and could not believe it was the same place we have been living in for the last 5 years. The house looks new. We have a modest home and we do much of the work ourselves. After attempting to paint our home for the last 2 years, you were able to impeccably match the color we selected and blend the existing paint with a stain. The end result was amazing and the cost very reasonable. We are very relieved not to have to climb a ladder to paint again. Rusty and the painting crew were very conscientious and respectful of our family, including the dogs. Phone calls were made to us immediately to keep us apprised of progress and to make sure we were satisfied. Our calls to you were returned just as promptly. We really appreciated the time, patience, and professionalism you and your crew exemplified throughout the project. We would gladly recommend your services and will exclusively use your painting business in the future.” C.M. West Hartford, CT

“Dear Kevin – John and I are so pleased with the work Rusty and his painters did at our home. They really paid attention to detail and the quality of the painting work really shows. Our 30 year home looks 10 years younger!! Super job, will definitely call you for all painting work in the future!” L.A. Canton, CT

A heartfelt thanks to all our painting customers for the kind words!  We will always do everything possible to hear our customers say “Painting done by Kevin Palmer Painting looks better, lasts longer, and offers the ultimate in beauty and protection.”

Kevin Palmer Painting services the interior painting, exterior painting, house staining, and power washing needs of fine homes in West Hartford CT and the surrounding Farmington Valley towns of Avon CT, Bloomfield CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, and Simsbury CT. We have decades of painting experience. Let us exceed your painting expectations. For further information or to discuss your next residential painting, commercial painting, or power washing project you can reach us at (860) 658-2441 or visit us on the web at www.kevinpalmerpainting.com.

Commercial Painting: Welcome Sun & Ski Sports Avon, CT

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

When Sun & Ski Sports planned to open its first store in Connecticut it was only natural they would contract with a commercial painting company that shared their commitment to providing a quality product and exceptional customer service.

Sun & Ski Sports is THE specialty sporting goods store serving Farmington Valley and West Hartford sports enthusiasts.  Their new store is located at 195 West Main Street, Avon, CT. It is staffed with sports and outdoor enthusiasts who will make your ski bicycling, skating, running and camping dreams come true. Sun & Ski Sports prides itself in maintaining a staff of knowledgeable, sport-specific enthusiasts who provide hands-on, high-level customer care combined with expert service.

Sun & Ski Sports flagship store in Avon, CT underwent a complete renovation provided by the painting experts at Kevin Palmer Painting.

Commercial Painting for Sun & Ski Sports. Their flagship store in Avon, CT underwent a complete renovation by our crew.

Likewise, Kevin Palmer Painting is THE premier painting contractor serving the residential and commercial painting needs of the Avon, Bloomfield, Canton, Farmington, Granby, Simsbury, and West Hartford, CT community for nearly a half century. Our professional painters are experts at providing exceptional, high-quality interior and exterior painting services for customers desiring the finest paint job possible combined with unparalleled customer service.

The dedicated staff of professional painters from Kevin Palmer Painting were proud to provide the expertise to complete this painting project ahead of schedule and within budget.

The dedicated staff of professional painters from Kevin Palmer Painting were proud to provide the expertise to complete this painting project ahead of schedule and within budget.

The renovation of the 16,255-square-foot store included interior painting of the display area walls and woodwork. The exterior painting of the store involved refinishing of railings, trim, and signage. Kevin Palmer Painting used the finest paint and urethane finishes available. The paint products were selected to meet Sun & Ski Sports requirements of a beautiful, long-lasting durable finish. The paint products were also environmentally friendly, reflecting our shared commitment to the preservation of natural resources.

Farmington Valley commuters pass the yellow "Kevin Palmer Painting" signs daily. The signs are our way of pointing out our beautiful, long-lasting, paint jobs and our total commitment to quality workmanship.

Farmington Valley commuters pass the yellow “Kevin Palmer Painting” signs daily. The signs are our way of pointing out our beautiful, long-lasting, paint jobs and our total commitment to quality workmanship.

Kevin Palmer Painting was very pleased to have been selected to work for Sun & Ski Sports on this project. Sun & Ski Sports is a quality minded, customer service oriented, respected industry leader committed to the highest standards for sales and service. We are proud to have been chosen to meet their painting needs.

For further information on Sun & Ski Sports go to the web, www.sunandski.com or drop by 195 West Main Street, Avon, CT and ask for Todd or Dave. You’ll be glad you did. And tell them Kevin Palmer Painting sent you.

For further information on Kevin Palmer Painting or to discuss your next residential or commercial painting project, please call us at (860) 658-2441. You can reach us on the web at www.KevinPalmerPainting. We will be happy to provide a free quote on your next painting project. You can count on Kevin Palmer Painting for the best quality and service for all your painting needs. As our customers tell us, “Painting done by Kevin Palmer Painting looks better, lasts longer, and offers the ultimate in beauty and protection.”

Doggone!! Those Guys Are Great Painters.

Sunday, December 20th, 2009

Kevin Palmer Painting recently completed another interior painting project under the watchful eyes of 2 discerning pups. The owners of this lovely Simsbury home are working professionals and valued repeat customers who entrusted their home and beloved dogs to our care during the painting project.

Looking forward to the arrival of  Kevin Palmer Painting, on time as promised.

Looking forward to the arrival of Kevin Palmer Painting, on time as promised.

This particular interior painting project involved an entertainment room and a lower level family room with built-ins, shelving, and architectural trim that detailed the home’s fine design.

Proper preparation, as always, is a must and the painting professionals of Kevin Palmer Painting carefully and thoroughly went about their tasks. All furniture, carpets, and possessions were carefully covered and protected with clean, soft canvas drop cloths to ensure their safekeeping and protection throughout the painting process.   The painters then repaired nail pops, cracks, and repaired any surface imperfections. Caulking of joints and seams was addressed as well as using shellac and stain-kill wherever needed. After cleaning and inspection it was on to the painting.

The painters on this project were Rob and Walt, 2 painting professionals each with decades of interior and exterior painting experience. Kevin Palmer Painting is extremely proud of our skilled, trusted, and reliable professional painters and this team is as good as it gets. The quality of their work is unsurpassed and equaled only by their integrity and dedication to their craft. The skill and attention to detail are obvious:

Paying attention to the smallest of details means another satisfied painting customer.

Paying attention to the smallest of details means another satisfied painting customer.

The final results speak for themselves.

This beautiful Simsbury, CT home glistened and sparkled after receiving a little TLC from Kevin Palmer Painting.

This beautiful Simsbury, CT home glistened and sparkled after receiving a little TLC from Kevin Palmer Painting.

And after the painting professionals of Kevin Palmer Painting had finished, the painters heard both puppies say: “Doggone!! Those Guys Are Great Painters.” Their owners, too, had this to say: “Painting done by Kevin Palmer Painting looks better, lasts longer, and offers the ultimate in beauty and protection.” And that, indeed, is why they are repeat customers.

Kevin Palmer Painting has had the pleasure of completing custom interior painting for homeowners in Avon CT, Bloomfield CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, Simsbury CT, and West Hartford CT for nearly a half century. Let us help you with your next interior painting project. We have years of experience with everything from living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, foyers, bedrooms, and family rooms.

For further information or to discuss your next residential interior painting or commercial interior painting you can reach us on the web at www.KevinPalmerPainting or call us at (860) 658-2441. Contact us for a free quote on your next interior painting project. We will be happy to service your painting needs.

Interior Painting A Beautiful Historic Home In West Hartford, CT

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Kevin Palmer Painting recently completed an interior painting project on a beautiful historic home in West Hartford, CT. The clients are repeat customers, and our professional painters were very proud to have been selected to undertake this challenging and rewarding project.

Kevin Palmer Painting was selected to paint this West Hartford Historic Property listed with the National Register of Historic Places.

Kevin Palmer Painting was selected to paint this West Hartford Historic Property listed with the National Register of Historic Places.

The project involved painting a beautifully appointed office in a timely manner while paying attention to the smallest of details. The homeowner, a perfectionist with exquisite taste, used historic colors to best highlight the detailed interior trim and molding. Paint color and sheen samples were made for owner review and consideration, and upon approval, the painting experts of Kevin Palmer Painting began to work their magic.

The first step involved complete and thorough painting preparation. The painters carefully covered and protected all areas involved in the restoration. They then undertook preparation including scraping off loose paint, spot priming as needed, caulking, shellacking, patching, sanding, and cleaning using HEPA filtered vacuums. The woodwork was then tack ragged prior to finish painting.

The painters then primed the walls with 2 coats of primer tinted to match the selected finish color. A lining paper was next installed on all walls to achieve a soft textured look and feel sought by the client.

The next step was to apply 2 coats of an oil base finish to the bookcases, windows, doors, trim, and moldings. The office woodwork literally glistened when the painters carefully and meticulously completed this task.

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The windows, doors, and trim received 2 coats of a premium grade low-luster oil based paint.

The woodwork glistened with a low-luster finish which enhanced the beauty of the finely detailed trim.

The woodwork glistened with a low-luster finish which enhanced the beauty of the finely detailed trim.

The interior house painting professionals of Kevin Palmer Painting then turned their expertise to applying the finish paint to the walls. Great care and skill was used to cut neat, clean, crisp lines around the trim. The walls then received 2 finish coats of premium matte finish paint.

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Cutting around accent trim requires skill, patience, and a steady hand. Kevin Palmer Painting has the best painters in the business.

Rob has the skills and expertise required to make this interior painting project both beautiful and long lasting.

Rob has the skills and expertise required to make this interior painting project both beautiful and long lasting.

The interior painting professionals of Kevin Palmer Painting were extremely proud of the finished product: a beautiful interior painting project completed to the satisfaction of a discerning customer. The hard work, skill, and craftsmanship evident in the work are why customers say “Painting done by Kevin Palmer Painting looks better, lasts longer, and offers the ultimate in beauty and protection.”

Kevin Palmer Painting has had the pleasure of painting for customers in Avon CT, Bloomfield CT, Canton CT, Farmington CT, Granby CT, Simsbury CT, and West Hartford CT for nearly a half century. Let us help you with your next interior painting project. We have years of experience with everything from living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, foyers, bedrooms, and family rooms.

For further information or to discuss your next residential interior painting or commercial interior painting you can reach us on the web at www.KevinPalmerPainting or call us at (860) 658-2441. Contact us for a free quote on your next interior painting project. We will be happy to service your painting needs.