Keeping Your Home in Shape Is More Important Than Ever

At Sharper Impressions Painting, we know that tough economic times require tough decisions. For most of us, protecting our investments is a #1 priority. It’s important to choose the most effective home improvement projects – the ones that will give you the most bang for your buck.

Whether you need to sell your home in a hurry or are one of many who’ve jumped on the “stay-cation” wagon, a fresh interior or exterior paint job is the #1 way to improve your home’s appearance.

Take a look at a recent article written about the current return rate on your home improvement investment $.

When it comes to selling or rejuvenating your home, first impressions mean a lot. A professional paint job and clean up is the best way to maximize your investment.

Before

This cedar Indiana home had an oil-based, semi-transparent stain that needed replaced

The client wanted three different custom colors on the house, trim, doors, deck and boathouse—over 6,000 total square feet!

Extensive prep work included scraping, sanding, power washing, caulking and trim repair… no one prepares a paint surface better than we do!

 

 

After

Each product was chosen and applied carefully:

  • Doors were painted a long-lasting Acrylic Latex Based paint

  • A special water-based stain was used on the 3,000 ft. deck

  • A top-coat of oil-based, low VOC paint was used for little or no release of toxins in the environment

“The job ran so smoothly,” said the homeowner. “We’re extremely happy with the results!”

Sharper Impressions Painting – Preparing to Sell Your Home

If you are preparing to sell your home and you want to increase its value, consider painting the interior. Look for rooms that are dingy and tired-looking. Fresh paint will make it look new and vibrant. If paint is peeling and there are pin holes or cracks in the walls, it will need to be repaired before painting. Sharper Impressions Painting does minor drywall repair and paints interior walls, ceilings, trim, windows and other accents.

Today's home buyers are looking for property in move-in-ready condition. Adding a line on your home listing that says its freshly painted will increase interest and value.

  • Most realtors recommend using neutral colors to brighten up a home for sale. This allows the new homeowner to coordinate their own furniture with pre-existing colors.

  • Avoid choosing gender-specific colors, such as pink or blue. If potential buyers have children, the inappropriate color could deter a home sale.

  • Lighter shades will make a room look larger. Shades of white or tan will open up spaces and give your home a welcoming atmosphere.

Sharper Impressions offers free color consultation to help you choose the right look to increase your home value and make your home more appealing to potential buyers.

Contact Sharper Impressions Painting today for your free estimate.

Sharper Impressions Painting – Deck Staining

A backyard deck should be a showpiece for your property. They always look nice when they are new. If your deck is showing wear and beginning to fade, it's time to stain your deck and reinvigorate your showpiece. Protect your deck with fresh stain. Sharper Impressions can match the original color or give your deck a completely new look. You decide.

Before we begin, our professional crew will power wash your deck to rid it of dirt, grime, soot and yard debris. The surface will be prepped, scraped and sanded as necessary. Any trim, plant material or stonework will be covered, protected or removed before our Sharper Impressions professionals begin the process of staining. If the project lasts more than one day, we will clean up carefully at the end of each workday. At the conclusion of your deck project you will have the opportunity to inspect your showpiece before your Sharper Impressions crew leaves the premises.

Sharper Impressions Painting - Why Paint the Exterior?

Many people ask our Sharper Impressions staff why they need to paint their home's exterior every five to eight years. While certain materials, such as brick, do not require paint, every home requires some sort of exterior coating to make it last longer. Paint and stain are the most common and affordable exterior coatings for most homes. There are a number of reasons to have your home's exterior painted regularly. These are just a few:

  • Protection – Paint protects your home's exterior from heat, cold, water, wind, dust and chemicals. When the outside is compromised, your home's interior and structure are compromised as well.

  • Appearance – Keep your home looking good. An attractive exterior not only looks nice, it gives the appearance of a well-maintained property.

  • Resale Value – In a tough economy and tougher housing market, a home's value and curb appeal increase with fresh paint. This not only attracts potential homebuyers, it keeps the neighbors happy and gives you something to be proud of. It also increases your property value.

  • Safety- Homes that are painted regularly have no peeling, chipping or cracking on their exterior surfaces. They project the image that the property is occupied. This is a deterrent to vandals and burglars looking for vacant or neglected property.

When you are ready to increase your home's structural integrity, value, appearance and safety, contact Sharper Impressions Painting. We will give you a fast, free estimate.

Sharper Impressions Painting – Textured Interiors

Choosing the right look for a room takes more than picking out a color and paint type. For a trendy, stylish look consider texture. There are many different types of texturized looks popular today not only for your walls, but for the ceiling, too.

Specially blended paints are used with texture tools to create depth and style in your room. If you are looking for an attractive way to disguise existing ridges, slopes and non-repairable blemishes in your walls, applying texture is very effective. Our Sharper Impressions Painting professionals can create a number of rustic, elegant or just plain amazing texturized finishes to enhance your home interior. If you presently have a texturized ceiling, we can probably match the pattern in that room or in others. If you have never considered texturized techniques, ask our Sharper Impressions consultant about some of the exciting options available. Contact us today for details.