Where are sheens typically used and why?
Paint sheen is defined the measure of the reflected light from various types of paint. There are a few different types of sheen: Gloss: Typically used on broken up and smaller areas such as interior and exterior trim. Pros – Easily cleaned and more durable Cons – Flashes more easily especially on large areas, […]
Exterior painting in extreme temperatures
Exterior painting presents a different set of challenges than does interior painting. Building heights, terrain and most notably weather are all factors that painting technicians must navigate in order to complete an exterior painting project. One factor that sometimes gets overlooked is extreme temperatures, especially North Carolina heat and humidity! Many people are familiar with the old rule […]
One coat of paint or two?
A common question we receive on estimates is “Should I do one or two coats of paint?” . The quick answer is anytime there is a color or sheen change, our policy at Express Yourself Paint is to apply two coats of paint. While there are many so-called “one coat” paints being marketed we have tried them and rest assured our years of experience have […]
How to properly power wash a house
Power washing is a part of our exterior painting process. Whether it be outside of a home or a deck, it’s important we have a clean surface to apply any paint or stain. We power wash the day before the project to give ample time to dry. Here are the steps we take in the […]
Paint primers: what and why?
Primers come in many varieties: latex and alkyd, spray can or brush on, dedicated or already in the paint. How does one choose the right primer for the job? In all cases the substrate and/or the use-case being painted should determine the primer. A primers job is to bond to and seal the surface for […]
Express Yourself Paint Now Offering Virtual Painting Estimates
This strain of the coronavirus, known as Covid-19, is bringing the world of business down to its very knees. From transportation to manufacturing to retail sectors, the novel virus is leaving a trail of disruption in its wake. And this is taking a toll on employment. In North Carolina alone, over 500,000 people have already […]
Coronavirus Update
In light of coronavirus cases confirmed in North Carolina, Express Yourself Paint team members are taking the following precautions to guard against the spread of the virus: Proper hand washing and sanitizer– Soap and water for 20 seconds or more and the frequent use of hand sanitizer. Gloves-We are encouraging all team members to […]
Express Yourself Paint Earns 2019 Angie’s List Super Service Award
Express Yourself Paint is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2019. “Service pros that receive our Angie’s List Super Service Award represent the best in our […]
17 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your House
As a top painting contractor in the Raleigh-Durham area, we’ve worked with many Realtors and helped them sell many houses. Selling your house can be both exciting and stressful, especially if it’s your first time. Regardless of why you decided to sell your home, there are a number of pitfalls you can easily fall into, […]
Choosing the best paint colors for you
“What paint colors would you like to use?” That’s a question we ask all our clients before starting any project. We don’t choose colors because it’s your home and you have to live with it. This is not a cop out. We just we don’t want to be held responsible in the event you don’t […]