Did you know that many painting contractors in Boston don’t offer exterior carpentry services?   If you’re like most, you may be wondering what your professional painting contractor has to do with a skilled carpenter. Lucky for you, you’ve found Metrowest Painting. Here, we offer the area’s highest quality painting services and exterior carpentry, all under the same roof. Still scratching your head? Here is a look at how the two services often go hand in hand.

Let’s talk exterior.

Your home’s exterior is exposed to the harshest weather elements all year long. So, when it comes to exterior painting, several steps need to be taken to ensure the best application. For example, repairing or replacing wood rot is a must to ensure the longevity of the paint application. Without making the needed repairs, the painting efforts almost become a waste of time and money. However, deciding whether to repair or replace can be a tricky step. If rot has just begun, often times your professional carpenter can save the board by repairing the area. Repairing rotted wood is tricky and requires expertise and patience. With the right tools and knowledge, you can save yourself hundreds of dollars. That said, sometimes replacing the rotted area is inevitable and the best path. Similarly, damaged siding or trim may also require a bit of attention before the painting process can begin. Whatever the current situation is, the professionals at Metrowest can assess, advise, and help you rectify the problem to ensure the best results.

And there you have it.

Carpentry meets painting – a seamless relationship that often goes hand and hand with exterior painting projects. Whether you are painting the entire exterior of your home or freshening up your trim, the two services have worked together, providing homeowners the ultimate results.     If you’re in the market for painting contractors in Boston, take the time to research your options. While some companies offer superior painting, they fail to provide carpentry services. This situation leaves you hiring not one but two separate contractors that need to coordinate a timeline. Often, this path not only costs more but also takes longer to complete the project. At Metrowest Painting, we take pride in offering our customers the highest quality craftsmanship and services. Save yourself the trouble and give our team a call next time you need exterior painting! We promise you’ll be happy you did!  

While many New England homes are constructed with vinyl siding, many more are not. Painted exteriors provide opportunities for expression, especially with Victorian homes, but require a fair deal of maintenance. Whether you opt to hire a team of professionals to keep your home looking like new or you’re into DIY, knowing what exterior paint requires is essential. As the top Boston painters, our team from MetroWest Painting is providing you everything you need to know!

Cleaning and Pressure Washing

Just like your interior walls, the exterior of your home will accumulate spots and stains over time. While immediate treatment with a soft-bristled brush is best, it’s not always possible. Thus, a buildup of dirt, grime, mold, and mildew can occur. Depending on the severity, how often you wash the exterior of your home can vary. Regardless of the timeframe, these elements are generally removed easily with pressure washing. While some homeowners pressure wash during the early spring and again in the fall, rule of thumb is to aim for once a year. Be sure to use the lowest-pressure flow to avoid chipping the paint.

Mold and Mildew

We already mentioned mold and mildew, but as the top Boston painters, we also know how difficult this pesky fungus can be. Some exterior paints contain additives to help in the prevention of growth, but not all. Depending on the type of paint, you may experience more frequent growth – especially in shaded areas. One of the best ways to handle mold and mildew growth is with frequent hosing. Not pressure washing but hosing. In darker areas or those under heavy shading, aim for once a month treatments. Areas that receive more sun and tend to remain dry should be hosed down once to twice per year.

Touch Ups Happen

Given the weather in New England, having some areas of your paint chip is unfortunately, normal. Depending on the location of your home and severity of the chipping, touch-up applications are generally required every two years to keep your home looking its best.

Check Your Landscaping

As mentioned, tree overgrowth can lead to mold and mildew growth. However, oversized shrubs, bushes, and even your lawn sprinkler can do the same. It’s imperative to check in with your landscaping at least once a season. Trim back overgrowth and position sprinklers away from your siding. Another beautiful element that can wreak havoc on your exterior paint is vines. While they look pretty, especially in old English homes, vines are definitely not paint-friendly.       When it comes to exterior paint care and maintenance, your team of favorite Boston painters has you covered. At MetroWest Painting, our experts are here to help restore your home back to new! Give us a call today for more information at 508.393.0000.

Now more than ever, homeowners need a change. While many people have returned to work, thousands continue to work (and learn) remotely. So nearly one year after the pandemic starts, it’s safe to say that those remaining at home need a change. As some of the top Boston painters, our team at Metrowest Painting understands that painting provides the fresh look at many crave. However, a full makeover is not always in the budget or the timeframe given. Enter accent colors. Whether interior or exterior, accent colors add that pop of color and dimension to transform any space! Here is a look at our top choices.

Boston painters know interiors

Since so many of us have been stuck indoors, staring at the same walls, let’s start with interior painting. Interior accent colors add depth and interest to any room, any space, no matter what the overall aesthetic of your home may be. It’s important to consider the vibe you’re looking to achieve, and the elements of your room when deciding which accent is right for your home.  

White

Yes, you read that correctly. White – probably the last thing you expected to read about in this article, but bear with us. White accents are an awesome choice in homes with dark walls. Dark browns, blues, and greens, quickly gain an added pop when homeowners incorporate a crisp white on moldings and door trims.

Blue

No matter which shade of blue you go with, this color adds cool undertones and calming vibes. Blues tend to be a perfect choice for reading rooms and bedrooms.

Yellow

However, if you’re looking for the opposite effect, you may want to go with yellow. Brightening any space with warm, happy vibes, yellow is a sure way to lift spirits. That said, yellow can quickly overtake a space and create the opposite of what’s intended. Sometimes, it’s best to consult with experienced Boston painters before choosing that ‘perfect color.’

As mentioned, when choosing your accent color, you need to consider the room as a whole. What color accents do you already have? From curtains to throw pillows, picture frames to throw rugs unless you’re planning on purchasing new items, these things play a big part in the overall choice!   If you’re tired of looking at the same old walls, it’s time you give the number one Boston painters a call. At Metrowest Painting, our team is happy to discuss the best accents to help freshen up your home! Give us a call today for more information (508) 393-0000.

With the long winter season upon us in New England, many homeowners are nestled up enjoying a break from outdoor maintenance. The lawncare is done for the time being, and there’s nothing but relaxing in the foreseeable future. Well, maybe. As the top exterior painters in MA, our team at Metrowest Painting knows there are always wheels turning. Believe it or not, exterior painting is one of the top planned projects of homeowners during the winter months. An inevitable task but one that provides a fresh, clean look, as well as protect the integrity of your home. However, when the time comes, there are many considerations to be had. In this article, we’re taking a look at a few of them!

The age of your home

While this may seem a strange thing to consider, the age of your home opens (or closes) color choices. For instance, older homes can often choose colors that a modern home could not pull off. Consider driving through a Victorian neighborhood; hues of yellows, purples, greens, blues, and pinks are not uncommon. However, if you were to drive through the new development around the corner and see the same colors, chances are, you’d cringe.

Your neighborhood

In line with the age of your home, you’ll also want to consider your neighbors. Being the house that stands out from the rest is not necessarily a good thing, especially when it comes time to move.

Natural elements around your home

Other important elements to consider are the natural landscaping pieces around your home. Depending on how many, or how little, trees and shrubs you have, the color you choose can change with different lighting. The direction of the sun and shadows cast upon your house can drastically change the perception of a particular color. So, that bright, cheery color you have your eyes on could end up looking dull and dreary.

Researching your MA exterior painters

Once you have a general idea, or even if you don’t, researching exterior painters is one of the most crucial pieces to the puzzle. Without a reputable and reliable team, the fate of your exterior is left to the unknown. Not exactly the situation you want to put yourself in!   With spring being the busiest season for exterior painting, now is the time to start the planning process. Make life easy and call the only MA exterior painters that simplify the process, Metrowest Painting. As the go-to for both interior and exterior, residential and commercial, our team of experienced professionals work closely with you each step of the way to ensure peace of mind. Contact Metrowest Painting today at (508) 393-0000.

Sheen, or gloss, refers to the overall finishing touch to a wall’s surface. Choosing the wrong type of finish for your environment can render your efforts useless. As top residential and commercial painting contractors in Boston, our team at Metrowest understands the importance of selecting the right finish for every job. However, it’s important to note that not all paint is suited for all situations. Here is a look at the most common types of sheen and their best application.

Flat

Flat paint describes a mixture of paint that contains no reflective properties, thus having no sheen. Flats are best used in low traffic areas and on ceilings. While this option is an excellent choice to mask imperfections, it is also one of the hardest to clean without damaging the surface.

Matte

Another low traffic finish is matte. As a step up from flat, mattes provides a bit more durability and can be used in more areas throughout the home. Places like the living room, bedroom, and dining room are great locations for this shine-free option.

Eggshell

Perhaps one of the most commonly selected finishes is eggshell. With a low reflective property, this option is the most durable of the three mentioned. Easy to clean, an eggshell finish works well in hallways and living rooms.

Semi-Gloss

If you prefer a bit of shine to your walls, semi-gloss is the next step up in sheen. Although there are a few options between eggshell and semi-gloss, this finish is available in most interior paints. However, semi-gloss provides the perfect ratio of flat and shine for the architectural elements of your home like baseboards, trim work, and cabinetry.

High Gloss

At the top of sheen levels, high gloss offers versatility and the ultimate levels of durability. Best in high traffic areas of the home, like your kitchen or bathrooms, high gloss is easy to clean and holds up well in the dirtiest of situations! However, due to the shine, this finish is unforgiving when it comes to wall imperfections. If you’re considering a high gloss paint, be sure to fully prep your walls, or better yet, leave the job to the professionals!   Whether you are searching for residential or commercial painting contractors in Boston, having a team that understands the inner workings of everything paint is a must! Don’t compromise the integrity of your walls by choosing the wrong team, contact Metrowest Painting today at (508) 393-0000.

Sometimes, saving a buck or two with a little DIY pays off, but sometimes it doesn’t. For instance, painting, which is one of the most common DIY projects around the home and even in the office, can turn out to be a disaster. As a readily available product, painting is often misunderstood as a grab and go process. However, as one can quickly find out, spending the extra money to hire a team of professional office painters is generally worth the price. Here, we’re looking at a few common DIY mistakes that can leave your walls looking the opposite of what you intended.

The cheaper option may be tempting, but …

Often, when tackling a home or office project on your own, the goal is to save money. So, when heading to the local hardware store to purchase paint, opting for the cheapest option can be tempting. However, this is an instance that you’ll want to remember the saying, “you get what you pay for.” Regardless of the room you are painting, using high-quality paint is a must. While several options provide immediate visual appeal, over time, the product’s performance will become apparent. This is especially important to keep in mind when painting high-traffic areas like offices, kitchens, and bathrooms.

You went with the wrong finish

Another area that DIYers tend to steer in the wrong direction is with gloss selection. While the gloss affects the overall appearance, it also plays a crucial role in how well your walls will hold up against cleaning. Let’s go back to those high-traffic areas for a moment. Choosing a high or semi-gloss paint provides a surface that is easier to clean and holds up well to frequent cleaning. However, if you opted for a matte or flat look, you will find routine cleanings damage the surface tone. When it comes to selecting the proper type of finish, understanding the requirements of the area at hand is critical. If you are painting a kitchen, bathroom, or high-traffic environment, stick with high or semi-gloss to ensure your walls stay looking as fresh as the day they were painted!

No, skipping wall preparation isn’t an option

Finally, and possibly the most common area of DIY goofs comes with preparing the walls. Often overlooked, painting involves more than covering furniture, floors, and taping. In fact, the preparation process is key to achieving the results you seek. From cleaning and dusting the existing surface to filling holes and applying primer, every detail matters during preparation. Without these steps, your freshly painted wall could look worse than the original surface!   Whether you’re looking to repaint your home or your business, hiring a team of professionals is always the way to go! At Metrowest Painting, we’re not only the region’s top office painters, but we are also the go-to for residential projects! For more information on how we can give your space the fresh new look you desire, contact our team today at (508) 393-0000.

As one Massachusetts’s top interior painters, Metrowest Painting is often asked several questions concerning the ins and out of interior painting. However, there’s one that stands out the most. And, that is if weather matters. From rainy to freezing days and then the hot and steamy, how does the weather affect the paint, the application process, and how it dries? Well, we’re taking this time to answer all of your questions about painting and the weather!

Humidity and Rain

As New Englanders, we find it only appropriate to begin our conversation around humidity. Yes, we all love those 100% humidity levels that so frequent the region. But, does humidity make a difference to interior painters? The short answer is maybe. Depending on the paint and the environment, humidity can play a huge factor when it concerns drying times. For example, water-based based are manufactured around specific ratios of pigment, additives, and water. When you increase the levels of water with moisture droplets in the air, solvent is added. The added solvent then thins the paint, which changes the expected drying time. However, many interior painters have the luxury of working in temperature controlled environments during these unpleasantly sticky or rainy days. If this is the case, more often than not, your paint remains unaffected.

Temperature

Again, working indoors provides a more controlled environment which leads to fewer complications within the painting process. However, depending on the type of paint being applied, the recommended range of temperatures fluctuates. For latex-based paints, the ideal temperature range is between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. However, for oil-based paints, the range changes to 40 and 90 degrees. Although the difference seems minimal, we promise it makes a world of difference. If you’re attempting to paint the interior of your home outside of the manufacturer’s recommendations, the results may be less than desirable. Cracking and peeling paint are generally the results of paint applied outside of the ideal temperature range.

And there you have it. As the top interior painters in Massachusetts, our team at Metrowest Painting is always here to help! Whether you’re considering interior or exterior painting, our team of experts understand the intricate workings needed to get the job done right. To schedule your consultation with Metrowest Painting, contact our team today at (508) 393-0000.

As a premier choice for painting contractors in Boston, our team here at Metrowest Painting is excited about 2021! Why? Well, let’s start with the recent announcement by Sherwin Williams on their predictions for the newest trends. Choosing the best color for your interior needs can be a challenge. However, these 40 hues spread across four palettes celebrate the balance between life’s fast pace and the quieter moments. So, what can you expect to see in 2021? We promise these colors will do anything but disappoint.

Sanctuary: Palette 1

Rooted in the idea of nature, sanctuary “focuses on the connection that the natural world has to nurturing wellness and calm.” From pearl gray to pure white, canyon clay to urbane bronze, the quiet, minimalist colors of this palette are sure to bring peace after a hectic day.

Encounter: Palette 2

Focusing on heirlooms and the stories they tell, encounter provides a modern bohemian aesthetic with rich earthy tones. These colors take “visual cues from the past’s humble beginning, speak to the present and guide the path forward.” From blustery sky to reddened Earth, this color palette will quickly bring stress to an end.

Continuum: Palette 3

Smart living and technology blending into the lives of people is what continuum is all about. “The palette takes its cues from the hybrid of synthetic and natural, sea and space, and sculptural modernism and minimalism.” From bright lilac to inky commodore, this palette is undoubtedly an eye-catcher.

Tapestry: Palette 4

We get it, bright hues and neutral shades aren’t for everyone. Lucky for you, we have tapestry. This palette is focused on creative expression and happiness.  Filled with vibrant hues like periwinkle, enjoyable yellow, and Jaipur pink, you’re sure to smile when checking out this variety.

And there you have it, the upcoming colors for 2021! Next time you’re looking for painting contractors in Boston, contact a team that is on top of recent trends! At Metrowest Painting, we take pride in bringing our customers from outdated and dull to modern and exciting. To schedule your color consultation with our team of professionals, contact Metrowest Painting today at (508) 393-0000.

While many Americans remain at home, the DIYers are coming out in full force. While we take our hats off to you, it’s also critical to research the project you’re having a go at thoroughly. For example, many homeowners opt to save a few dollars bypassing professional interior painters and tackling the project themselves. Although the word painting may spark childhood memories, our team at Metrowest Painting is here to set the record straight. From preparing drywall to choosing the right type of finish, we’ve compiled the top ten questions we’re often asked by our customers, friends, and even family!

1. Do I need to clean my walls before painting?

Although you don’t have to wash your walls and trim before painting, it is a good idea. Taking the extra time to remove dust, grime, and other elements will ensure a smoother, uniformed look. You’re about to revamp your interior space, taking short cuts now is not the best idea.

2. Is primer worth the cost and time?

Priming your walls can add to your budget and overall project time. However, if you’re dealing with a bare or porous surface, priming is a necessity. If you’re covering a dark color, adding a coat or two of primer will eliminate bleeds. And, lucky for you, many companies now manufacture self-priming paint!

3. How do I know which type of finish will work best in my home?

The journey of selecting a finish starts with considering the room. Where are you painting and what is the traffic like? A bedroom generally requires a different finish than a bathroom or kitchen. Be sure to check out our previous article for an in-depth look at understanding residential finishes.

4. How much paint should I buy?

There’s no simple answer to this question. You’ll want to consider the square footage minus doorways and windows and the current color of the wall. Check out this calculator from the Spruce for a guided recommendation.

5. Does it matter how I paint my walls?

When it comes to novice versus professional interior painters, technique is everything. Knowing how to hold the paintbrush, apply paint, and which direction to smooth the paint takes practice.

6. Should I paint the walls or the trim first?

Like most elements of the painting process, this answer depends on multiple factors. For example, if you’re not on the professional level, you’ll probably want to start with your walls. This makes cleaning drips of your trim work easier. However, if you’re using tape, you may consider starting with the trim.

7. When do I know it’s time to call my local professional team of interior painters?

At the first signs that your project is no longer fun, it’s time to throw in the towel. Painting is a big job requiring attention to many details – and, if not executed properly will be there for everyone to see.

Now that you’re in the know, we’d like to take this moment to remind you that our team is here and ready to assist with your interior painting projects! Although ambition is wonderful, professional interior painters are experienced and knowledgeable in the field. Our team at Metrowest Painting will complete your next project quickly and efficiently without the DIY hassle.

For more information, or to schedule your consultation, contact our team at Metrowest Painting today (508) 393-0000!

As New Englanders dive deeper into the spring months, outdoor projects for homeowners are well underway. However, depending on the size of that honey-do list, you may be feeling overwhelmed. From lawn care to exterior repairs, it’s sometimes easier to find a team that can help out. Here at Metrowest Painting, we’re a team of professional Massachusetts exterior painters, and we’re here to help. This article provides you with four solid reasons why you should consider giving us a call today!

Spring is the perfect time of year for Massachusetts painters

The cooler air of spring is beneficial for a few different reasons. First, exterior latex paints forms the best bond with the home’s surface in mild weather conditions. Once the air is too hot and humid, the paint may dry too quickly, impairing the protective finishing. Secondly, the cool spring air makes for a much nicer work environment!

Attending to painting needs can save you money

One of the most significant reasons every homeowner should pay attention to deteriorating exterior paint is the money it can save. When you first notice your paint beginning to chip or peel, it’s time to call our team. Why? Well, because exposed wood can lead to costly structural damage. From wood rot to mold growth, not to mention the clear entryway for insects and other pests, an exposed structure rarely ends well. No matter what the circumstance may bring, there’s one thing for sure; the remedy is always costly.

Landscaping efforts could be compromised

Spring is also the time of year for homeowners to clean up around the yard. Trimming shrubs and planting new landscaping elements is a common activity. However, when painters arrive, you can expect foot-traffic, ladders, and other equipment to arrive with them. Although a trained team of professionals will always take the time and make an effort to be mindful of landscaping, accidents can happen.  

Your neighbors will thank you

Finally, there’s no denying that chipped old paint is unsightly. There’s no bigger wave hello to your neighbors than with a freshly painted home. Do everyone the favor and give our team at Metrowest Painting today!

Established in 2013, our team at Metrowest Painting has become the preferred choice when deciding upon Massachusetts painters for your residential or commercial project.  Perhaps this is because our mission is our customer’s complete satisfaction. With our fully encompassed process, we exceed expectations every time.  Contact us today and let our team make your honey-do list a bit easier.