How to Prep For Painting

By Robert Robillard

 Painting Preparation “Preparation When Painting Is Everything!!” . . . . . says my friend and fellow craftsman Mark O’Lalor of O’Lalor Painting Company.   Mark has graciously  agreed to write today’s post.   Photo: Mark O’Lalor [repairing recessed ceiling holes]  Photo: Mark O’Lalor The Importance Of Preparation In the professional circles of Painting Contractors there…

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Back Priming Deck Boards

By Robert Robillard

Sealing Deck Boards Before installing wood decking like Ipe or Mahogany boards I always try to convince my customer to allow for the extra cost of back priming the deck boards to seal them from moisture. In most of these situations the deck boards are oiled or stained. In these cases I use a clear…

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