At the City Painters, we serve the greater Toronto area and we understand how the weather in the city can fluctuate drastically year over year. Spring is normally the best time to schedule your exterior painting projects. This is because the weather is normally mild and most people are still putting their gardens together so […]
The paint options available in the market are numerous and prices can range from very low to very high. Most of our customers always want to know the difference between choosing a higher grade over a lower, less expensive grade. Our response is usually, you get what you pay for. With this being said, it […]
When most people start thinking about a painting project they tend to focus on the walls and colour scheme. It is important however that when completing a painting project that you always remember the doors and trim areas. Freshening up the paint around doors, door casings and trim will make your paint job pop. Painting […]
Using the correct roller can significantly improve the quality and reduce the time spent on your next painting project. The right roller will provide a better finish on the wall as well as reduce clean up time. When most people begin a painting project, they select the generic rollers that you can find at all […]
Many paint companies have recently increased the amount of low or no VOC (volatile organic compound) paints they offer. These types of paints are available at almost all paint suppliers within Toronto and the GTA and are currently being used more and more by most Toronto painting companies and painters. Deciding on the kind of […]
Choosing the right tools for a painting project can be the difference between spending an entire weekend painting one room and finishing your painting project with enough time to spend a day enjoying the sunshine. When walking into most paint supply stores, the amount of tools available to a do-it-yourself painter can seem overwhelming. Let […]
Priming and area before painting can often double your work required so it’s very important to know when priming is necessary and when this step can be skipped. We have put together a list on instances where we suggest priming prior to painting to help you in the decision process. Painting over bare wood Wood […]
Why paint all the walls in one room the same colour when you can add depth, colour and personality to a room with the addition of an accent wall? Accent walls are a great way to define a space or highlight a piece of artwork or architectural feature in your home. They also add interest […]
Painting your home prior to sale is a cost-effective way to increase the value of the home, and a great way to help you sell it. Research has shown that staged homes tend to sell faster and for higher prices than those that are not. When choosing your colours, try to stick with neutral colours […]
Below you’ll find a list of tips and tricks that we have accumulated as professional painters that will help you. Preparation of the surface area being painted is the most important step in the painting process. Make sure the area is cleaned, patched and sanded properly prior to applying any paint on the walls.• If […]