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5 Common Exterior Painting Mistakes Homeowners Make
Most homeowners don't wake up one morning thinking, I'd really like to make my next home improvement project more complicated. But exterior painting can become complicated quickly when a few common mistakes get in the way. After years of working on residential properties, Tony at IM Construction sees some of the same issues repeatedly—from waiting too long to paint to choosing a contractor based solely on price. Here are five common exterior painting mistakes homeowners shoul
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Portland Oregon Exterior Painting Preparation: What to Check Before You Paint
Think your home just needs paint? Take a closer look. Here’s what homeowners should know before starting an exterior painting project.
Sep 165 min read


Residential Painting in Portland, OR: A Homeowner’s Guide to a Beautiful, Long-Lasting Finish
A fresh coat of paint can completely transform your home—but great residential painting is about much more than choosing a color. For Portland-area homeowners, a successful painting project starts with proper preparation, quality products, attention to detail, and a plan that accounts for the Pacific Northwest climate. Whether you're refreshing a room, updating your home's exterior, preparing to sell, or finally tackling that color you've been considering, professional painti
Aug 314 min read


Commercial Painting in Portland, OR: What Property Owners and Builders Should Know
Commercial painting is more than choosing a new color. For property owners, developers, property managers, and general contractors, the right painting contractor can improve a building's appearance, protect surfaces, and help keep projects on schedule. In Portland, exterior surfaces also face rain, moisture, changing temperatures, and seasonal weather. Proper preparation and the right coating system are essential for a lasting finish. Whether you're refreshing an occupied off
Aug 314 min read
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