When doing townhouse or condo painting, many commercial building owners and managers are liable to make mistakes, with 5 standing out as the most common. Picking cost over quality or using the wrong type of paint for the interior are just two of the common mistakes made. We address these errors one at a time so that when the time comes for you to make these same decisions, you can use your better judgment for any upcoming moves, renovations, or upgrades.
Common Mistakes When Painting a Room
Mistake 1. They Choose Cost Over Quality
- When buying almost anything, you’re faced with the tough decision of whether to buy a cheaper, lower-quality product or a higher-quality one that will cost a little more. When it comes to townhouses, the building owner/manager’s goal is usually just to paint over the previous tenants’ tacky green walls. They just want it to look good enough for the next tenant to consider moving there. The cost may seem nice, but they’re not going to be purchasing paint that will look good or last long.
Mistake 2. They Choose The Wrong Type Of Paint
- When you’re out grocery shopping, what do you tend to find? There are an almost unlimited number of flavours and brands to choose from. That’s typically the same experience when it comes to choosing paint. There are so many varieties of colours, types (latex, acrylic, etc.), brands, and more. If you choose to paint with residual oils, it could turn a different colour in weeks, depending on what the ceiling surface is like.
- If they are painting over a surface with pre-existing gloss, a good rule of thumb to remember is that oils/alkyds can be painted over with other oils/ alkyds, and latex/acrylic paints can likewise be painted over with other latex/acrylic paints.
- Most commercial building owners/managers don’t think to check what type of paint was last used. A good way to know for sure is by pouring a bit of acetone on the wall and rubbing it with a rag. If the paint comes off the rag, then you have acrylic or latex paint underlying.
Mistake 3. They Don’t Cover the Floors When They Paint
- This is something that even the most amateur painters usually remember, but is still forgotten. There are “dryfall” paint products that are for ceilings specifically. Most commercial building owners/managers will use this type of paint because, if it drips, it turns into dust on the floor below. They don’t see the point in covering up the floor because it’s easy to sweep away afterwards, right? Wrong. When pressed down, the dust can soak into the floor and leave white marks. This is very hard to clean up and takes a lot of scrubbing.
Mistake 4. They Don’t Move Items Around
- This is something that needs to be avoided for safety as well and should always be practiced when painting anywhere. Without pieces of furniture and other belongings to trip over, the painters can move around freely without worrying about damaging their customers’ possessions or hurting themselves.
Mistake 5. They Underestimate How Long The Job Will Take
- How often have you planned to meet a friend for dinner at a certain time, only to find yourself stuck deep in Toronto’s rush hour? Well, commercial building owners and managers often make this mistake too when they estimate how long a paint job will take.
- There’s much more to a paint job than just painting the walls. You’ll also have to patch, clean, sand, and prime them before you actually get to opening up a can of paint.
Professional Painters: Your Allies in Achieving a Flawless Look
Let’s dive into why it’s super smart to have a team of professional painters on your side when it’s time to give your commercial space a fresh coat of paint.
They Spot and Fix Tricky Spots
Think of professional painters as super-sleuths who come with magnifying glasses ready to spot any little issue on your walls before they start painting. These might be tiny cracks, bumps, or bits where old paint has chipped off. They know how to smooth everything out, so when the paint goes on, it goes on perfectly.
They Come With the Best Gear
Imagine trying to paint a huge wall with a toothbrush. Hard, right? That’s why pros bring the big guns—sprayers, rollers, and brushes that are just right for your space. Their gear helps them get your project done neatly and quickly, with a finish that looks great and lasts a long time.
They Know How Weather Affects Paint
Painting, when it’s too hot, cold, or wet, can mess things up, like making paint take forever to dry or even making it crack. Professional painters know the best time to paint so that the weather won’t ruin your new look.
They Help You Pick the Perfect Colours
Choosing colours can be tougher than solving a puzzle. But professional painters are like expert puzzle solvers. They guide you to choose colours that will make your space look fantastic and feel just right. They keep up with trends and know all about how colours work together.
Trust Is Key
Hiring pros means you can relax. You know they’re going to do a top-notch job because their reputation depends on it. These are folks who paint for a living, and they want each painting job to be something they’re proud of and that you’re thrilled with.
Wrapping Up
All 5 of these mistakes made by commercial building owners and managers can be avoided by carefully considering the above mistakes and recognizing the scope of the job as a whole.
When you decide to give your property a makeover with some new paint, keep in mind that you should consider hiring a professional painting service. These trained painters don’t just cover your walls with colour—they cover every little imperfection and make sure every inch of your space shines.
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