OKC Painter – Painting Blog

Ever feel like you need a change from the usual, flat, dull, or glossy paint sheens you see every day? Now, may be the time for you to look into specialty finishes for interior painting that will give your home a new look.

Faux finish is a term used to describe many decorative painting techniques that replicate the appearance of marble, wood, stone, and other materials. This term has also expanded to describe decorative finishes of varying textures and surfaces.

#1 Old World Finishes

Old World styles of specialty finishes are inspired by plastering techniques once used in ancient Rome. These finishes are all about conveying a classy feel with a sense of history and rustic charm. Old World finishes utilize a fresco (a painted picture or design) and the have 3 distinct sub styles: textured, smooth, and high polish. A textured fresco produces the characteristics of aged and weathered plaster walls. This heightens the sense of history that this specialty finish conveys and looks great in foyers and bathrooms. The smooth fresco has a soft, earthy texture that gives a comfortable and casual vibe. This fresco is excellent for enhancing living and dining rooms. Finally, the high polish fresco, a marble-like, smooth, and glossy sheen is great for creating a classic upscale environment.

#2 Metallic Finishes

While Old World finishes may allude to ancient history, Metallic finishes have a subtly dramatic air about them that hint to a more modern age. According to Sherwin-Williams Paints, these sleek and shimmery sheens are great for rooms you wish to entertain in. These finishes are perfect for dressing up a space and make for great accent walls. The effects on a room vary based on the different textures as well. If you opt for a smooth metallic sheen, you will gain a larger sense of refined luxury, while more texture adds dimension and makes for a sense of drama.

#3 Quartz Stone Finishes

Inspired by beautiful, earthly stones, Quartz Stone finishes offer a pleasant visual and tactile quality. These finishes have a different, crystal quality that imitates the twinkling of rock minerals found in sedimentary outcroppings. These specialty finishes have a subtle and refined twinkle that, according to the aforementioned Sherwin-Williams, are perfect for master suites, entry halls, and guest bedrooms.

#4 Artisan Finishes

Artisan finishes allow painters to express their creative, one-of-a-kind, handcrafted touch. Using various materials such as a sponge, plastic bag, leaves, and tissue paper, a painter will press into the paint and create a textured pattern with a visually pleasing appearance. Artisan finishes range anywhere from decorative and natural, to elegant and sophisticated. These finishes make great accent walls and are fantastic in bedrooms and bathrooms.

If any of these interior painting faux finishes appeal to you – call the painting professionals at Paint It OKC, and let us help you choose a new look for your home.

Paint It! OKC is Oklahoma City’s best painting and staining company. We specialize in residential painting, commercial painting, staining and power washing. Our services include; exterior painting, interior painting, fence staining, paint color selection and power washing. Call us today at (405) 317-7788 for a FREE home consultation and FREE estimate.

Spring is the season of renewal, and there’s no better way to celebrate it than starting an interior painting project. It’s time to open the windows, start cleaning and get busy painting. This spring some popular interior paint colors include monochromatic palettes, shades of white, shades of peach and milky blues. The interior painting experts at Paint It OKC have put together this bit of information on 2016 paint colors.

• Monochromatic Palettes

In an interview with the Columbia Daily Tribune, Sue Wadden, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams said, “Spring inspires us to look for lighter but not always brighter colors.” That’s why colors such as Unfussy Beige and Useful Gray are so popular this year. People are liking light, calming and somewhat monochromatic palettes, which are influenced by feelings of wellness and balance.

• Shades of White

“White is a hot trend in home design this year,” according to House Beautiful Magazine. White brings a sense of freshness, cleanliness, and purity to the space it covers. There are several shades of white to choose from, making the selection process tricky, yet rewarding, when done well.

This is why Paint It recommends experimenting with different color combinations of white paint by test painting multiple walls or surfaces. Doing this allows you to see how daylight affects the look of the paint at different points in the day. Ideally, the shade combination you choose brings complexity and variety to your space while maintaining a sense of harmony, too.

• Shades of Peach

Peach is making a comeback. In fact, Pantone, the world-renowned authority on color, included Peach Echo in its spring 2016 fashion color report. Now, peach is prevalent in home design. After all, fashion influences home design and vice versa.

Peach paint brings a feeling of warmth, comfort, and coziness to a room. That is why it is often used in guest rooms, dining rooms or the front areas of a home, breaking up the monotony of neutral paints like beige or tan. It’s also often used for accent walls to provide a pop of color. Peach paint pairs well with shades of blues and white.

• Milky Blues

Like white, “milky blue paint will be huge in 2016 home design,” according to House Beautiful Magazine. It balances well with warmer colors and brings a sense of relaxation to your space, often working well in bathrooms and bedrooms. Milky blue paint also may create a vintage, shabby chic, European inspired look when paired with antique accessories like chandeliers, lamps and other knick knacks. It is the perfect spring color to create a comforting space.

Paint It OKC is Oklahoma City’s best painting and staining company. We specialize in residential painting, commercial painting, staining and power washing. Our services include; exterior painting, interior painting, fence staining, paint color selection and power washing. Call us today at (405) 317-7788 for a FREE home consultation and FREE estimate.

Wooden accents are a great addition to your home to invigorate and add character to your home or office. No matter what types of wooden accents are used, including them in your project will enhance the space. This is because wood not only looks great with high quality stain or paint, but also helps to convey a sense of hospitality and warmth within the home. Some of the most popular wooden accents Paint It OKC works on are wooden doors, wooden walls and wooden ceilings.

• Wooden Doors

Wooden doors are extremely versatile as they may be painted or stained. An extremely popular type of door right now are barn doors for large and spacious rooms. Our expert consultants help home owners choose the right stain or paint for wooden doors depending on the type of aesthetic design you desire. When painted or stained correctly, wooden doors are the final high end touch that transforms a home from nice to luxurious.

• Wooden Accent Walls

When a room is feeling monotonous or rather boring, wooden accent walls—either painted or stained—may be the perfect addition to make the space more interesting. This is because wooden accent walls help emphasize some of your home’s best architecture while also ushering in warmth, depth and sophistication. The interior painters at Paint It OKC have noticed that most people with white or off white rooms like to incorporate wooden accent walls for an extra touch of character.

• Wooden Ceilings

Wooden ceilings may help bring about a rustic or country feel within a home. Like wooden accent walls, wooden ceilings help break up a room’s monotony. This happens through introducing a different texture to the room, making it feel more cozy. Another option, slatted wood ceilings help to convey a more modern feel within a home. No matter what style of wood ceiling you incorporate in your home, you can be certain the space will be much more unique and beautiful after it is installed.

Paint It OKC is Oklahoma City’s best painting and staining company. We specialize in residential painting, commercial painting, staining and power washing. Our services include: exterior painting, interior painting, fence staining, paint color selection and power washing. Call us today at (405) 317-7788 for a FREE home consultation and estimate. We can help bring your ideas to life or help you choose the perfect color match up for your home with our color samples today. 

The first, official day of spring is March 19^th. Spring means spending time outdoors, baseball games and time to begin home improvement projects. In fact, spring is the absolute best time of year to start your home painting projects like exterior painting for your home.

At Paint It OKC, our preferred paint partner is Sherwin Williams. They are known for their vibrant colors and durable paints. Sherwin Williams has developed coatings that allow exterior painting in cooler temperatures as low as 35 degrees. According to usclimatedata.com, the average March and April low temperature in Oklahoma sits around 45-46 degrees. These mild temperatures provide an optimal environment for exterior painting in Oklahoma City. Milder weather will allow exterior painting to form a stronger bond with your home’s siding or wood.

Another benefit of painting your home in the spring is increased protection from the elements. The right exterior paint from Sherwin Williams can shield your home’s siding or wood from intense UV rays in the summer and nasty precipitation like ice and snow in the winter. You are essentially extending the longevity of your home by making sure it is covered when the weather gets extreme.

The time to begin all your spring and summer projects for 2016 is upon us. Exterior paint color for your home will be the focal point around which you will begin to coordinate complementary colors of flowerbeds or lawn and garden accent pieces. Getting rid of blemishes from old paint, or simply deciding it’s time for a change to your home’s color, will get your creative juices flowing on other home improvements you might make this year.

Our expert painters are ready to help you choose the right color and paint type for your home. Call us for a free estimate and we can show you the possibilities of how your home can look. It’s time to be the envy of the neighborhood with a freshly painted home, and calling us early means we can get to your project quicker.

Contact Paint It OKC and let’s get started on your exterior painting project. Paint It OKC, is an OKC painting company that specializes in interior painting, exterior painting, commercial painting, paint color selection, power washing and fence/deck staining. Call us today at (405) 317-7788 for a FREE home consultation and estimate.

Now that spring is near, we have been working on a higher volume of home improvement projects. Most of these projects are house painting related, but we’ve also been getting a lot of requests for wood staining; particularly for fences, decks, baseboard trim, and exposed beams. Paint It is known for interior painting and exterior painting in OKC, but we also have the expertise to work on many other projects too, which is why today’s blog is dedicated to wood staining.

• Fence Staining

If you’re on the fence about whether or not to get your fence stained (see what we did there), we suggest you call us! Fresh fence staining will help prevent rotting, splitting, and may even increase your home’s value! Staining wood fences is a process, but we make it as streamlined as possible for you at Paint It. Before we begin fence staining, a Paint It project manager will help customers first select the right stain material and color. The fence gets power washed, which cleans off any dirt, grime, mold or mildew. Next, we’ll stain and seal the fence before a project manager gives a final walk through inspection to address any concerns.

• Deck Staining

Pool season is just a few months away, and there’s no better way to give your pool area an upgrade than by giving your deck a fresh, new look with a high-quality deck staining. Plus, regular deck staining helps protect the surface from sun and water damage, which is something pool owners should keep in mind. Paint It will walk the customer through the process of deck staining, which is the same process for staining fences mentioned above.

•  Baseboard Trim Staining

Depending on the color of the stain chosen and the type of trim used, a home can be perceived as traditional, rustic, bold or edgy. Come to us with a vision for your home’s baseboard trim, and one of Paint It’s dedicated project managers will guide you through the entire project. We will start with stain material and color selection. There are a lot of variables that go into choosing stain, and there are many finishes and colors available. Paint It is a stain expert, and we will help you find the right color and type of stain for your home.

• Staining Exposed Beams

Staining the exposed support beams can give your home a finished look that it may have been lacking. There are many wood beam styles used in modern construction, and keeping them stained keeps them looking good while protecting them from deterioration.

Get in touch with us today, we’ll get the ball rolling on your next OKC staining project! Paint It OKC is Oklahoma City’s best painting and staining company. We specialize in house painting, commercial painting, staining and power washing. Our services include exterior painting, interior painting, fence staining, deck staining, paint color selection and power washing. Call us today at (405) 317-7788 for a FREE home consultation and get a FREE estimate.

Ever feel like you need a change of scenery? Sometimes you get tired of looking at the same color on your walls, and sometimes the style of your home’s previous owners is just unbearable. Whatever the reasons may be for wanting to change things up, it’s obviously time to call a painting company. However, with so many choices, it can be difficult to decide which painting company best suits your needs. That’s why we’re here to help with five tips on how to find the right OKC painter for you!

1. Do Your Homework.

The most efficient way to begin your search for a quality painting company is to check references and review websites. Ask friends and family which painting companies in OKC they have used in the past, and what their experience was like. Those with the best reviews are great places to look into first!

2. Conduct an Interview.

Once you have found a few painting companies to look into, it’s time to set up a meeting. This is a great way to get to know some OKC painters while learning about their experience. Ask questions about projects they have completed similar to the one you are pursuing and ask for some creative insight. Paint It offers free consultations. Click here to set up a free painter consultation. 

3. Get a Formal Estimate.

After you’ve spoken with several painting companies, ask for formal cost estimates. Having different estimates will help you choose the most qualified painting company at the best price. This is also the appropriate time to ask about warranties, guarantees and company insurance.

4. Check out Materials.

To be sure you are getting the best bang for your buck, ask about which paints and materials the painting companies you’re interested in will be using. For paints, we recommend Sherwin Williams. Searching for online reviews and website information are excellent ways to check out which paints, primers, and other supplies have the best quality.

5. Learn About the Before and After.

Before officially hiring a painting company, you should look into what they offer for prep work and clean up. In order to avoid messy lines and unnecessary mistakes, it is vital that your painting contractor preps well, covering ALL at-risk surfaces. If your home was built before 1978, you may have lead paint. Have your service providers conduct a test so that these layers are not disturbed and released into the environment. Finally, make certain that your company does a thorough clean up on completion of the job, so that you aren’t left with remaining trash.

                  At this point you have probably done your research, interviewed painters, and compared options. By using these tips, you should have gathered all of the information that will help you choose the best painting company in Oklahoma City. Paint It is a recognized OKC painting company that you can trust. We will not only meet all your expectations, but we will become your go-to painting professionals!

Paint It! OKC is Oklahoma City’s best painting and staining company. We specialize in house painting, commercial painting, staining and power washing. Our services include; exterior painting, interior painting, fence staining, paint color selection and power washing. Call us today at (405) 317-7788 for a FREE home consultation and FREE estimate.

The holidays are over, and 2016 is here! This means you have a blank canvas (or wall) in front of you to paint it any way you would like for the next twelve months. Whether you have completed your list of resolutions for 2016 or not, maybe one resolution to think about should be finally completing the painting project you have been putting off for years.

We’ve all put off projects. Sometimes you don’t have any vision or inspiration, but that’s where Paint It OKC can help. We know texture, lines and paint colors selection. At the beginning of every year, Pantone, the world’s voice of color authority, chooses a color of the year. This color influences trends in interior decorating, fashion and more, so each year Pantone’s announcement is much anticipated.

In 2016, for the first time ever, Pantone announced the Pantone colors of the year. The 2016 paint colors of the year are Rose Quartz and Serenity. Rose Quartz, a tone of pink that conveys peacefulness and goodwill, can best be described as gentle, but strong. This tone of pink conveys peacefulness and goodwill. Serenity, on the other hand, which symbolizes wide open skies, brings balance, order, and ease.

Color combinations are a huge part of making the right statement in your home. If you want to incorporate popular home decorating trends, Rose Quartz and Serenity look great in a glossy, metallic or matte finish, and they pair well with earthy tones such as browns, greens, and purples. Any shade of yellow or pink is also a great accent to Rose Quartz and Serenity. If you’re feeling daring, use silver and brighter colors as accents to create a space with lots of character.

Schedule a free consultation with us and let’s brainstorm the vision of your upcoming painting project. Perhaps Rose Quartz and Serenity might look amazing in your bathroom or bedroom since the color combination brings about relaxation. Or maybe your home needs a bold and more vibrant colors added in. Paint It OKC will help color your life – let’s make 2016 your best year yet!

Paint It OKC is Oklahoma’s #1 expert painting and texture expert. We specialize in residential and commercial painting. Our services include; exterior painting, interior painting, commercial painting, log home staining/painting, paint color selection, power washing and fence/deck staining. Call us at (405) 317-7788 to get a FREE estimate with your home consultation today. Only Paint It OKC offers FREE touch-ups for up to 6 months! Just ask us how we do that!

Paint It is the best exterior painting company in OKC. Our team has completed thousands of projects, so you can count on us to be a professional exterior painter. Over the years, we’ve learned a lot about exterior painting, and on today’s blog, we’re sharing what we’ve learned with you.

• Timing

Think ahead before picking a date to paint. When selecting a date for your exterior painting project, it’s important to pick a time of year that is known for dry weather with low chances of rain or intense humidity. Think ahead and plan accordingly because paint will not stick to wet surfaces. According to rssweather.com, January is the driest month for painting in Oklahoma City.

• Materials

At Paint It OKC, we’re proud to carry Sherwin Williams paints. Every heard the term, “You get what you pay for,”? This is especially true when it comes to paints used for exterior painting projects. You may think you’re saving money by hiring exterior painters who charge the least for their services. Most of the so called economy painters will use the cheapest products available. There are many of these painters in OKC, and they will actually end up costing you more money re-painting as time goes on. Higher quality paint like Sherwin Williams lasts longer in the elements and it creates better coverage.

• Prep Work

If your home or business has siding that is dirty, chipping or rough, you can’t skip the prep work needed for your exterior painting project. We’ve got you covered. Our exterior painting team will clean the entire surface you want painted. We’ll remove mold, mildew, peeling paint or dirt with a professional-grade power washing. Then we’ll cover your ground, plants or bushes below. We always cover any outdoor furniture, grills, accessories or valuable property in the immediate area we are painting. Your door handles, light fixtures and trim will be protected as well.

• Add Texture

When painting surfaces that will often be walked on, like porches or steps, leaving them with only paint for the surface can cause them to become slick. It’s important that you ask your exterior painter to include some kind of texture in your paint. Paint manufacturers produce sand-like additives that provide extra texture for walking surfaces, and Paint It can get this for you.

• Save Paint

When finished painting, all of the left-over paint will be labeled by our exterior painting team, and it will be left behind for any touch ups you may need in the future.

Paint It OKC, is an OKC painting company that specializes in interior painting, exterior painting, commercial painting, paint color selection, power washing and fence/deck staining. Call us at (405) 317-7788 today to get an estimate or schedule a free consultation here.