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Understanding The Different Types of Exterior Surfaces Before Painting

When planning your next exterior project, you must understand that different surfaces require different approaches to achieve the best results. If you need some help understanding the requirements of various exterior surfaces, here's a guide on how to approach an exterior painting project based on type. Understanding Various [...]

April 19, 2023|

What to Expect Before Your Exterior Painting Project

Curious about how to prepare for the arrival of your residential painters? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions from homeowners before their exterior painting project is about to begin. 1. Arrival Time Arrival times for the crews are generally between 8-9am. 2. Windows & Doors If we [...]

November 2, 2022|

What to Expect Before Your Interior Painting Project

Curious about how to prepare for the arrival of your residential painters? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions from homeowners before their interior painting project is about to begin.1. Arrival Time for CrewFor interior and exterior paint jobs, the crews usually arrive between 8am - 9am Arrival [...]

October 25, 2022|

Textured Drywall Removal – everything you need to know

Is it worth it to remove a popcorn ceiling? Textured drywall removal, or popcorn ceiling removal, is a common request we get from homeowners. Textured ceilings grew in popularity in residential homes during the late 1950s and continued well into the 1980s. It was originally used because it was inexpensive, [...]

September 27, 2022|

How much does it cost to paint the interior of a house?

“How much will it cost to paint the inside of my house?” is a common question we receive as a painting contractor. Many homeowners teeter between taking on the task themselves versus hiring professional painters – and for many, cost is a big determining factor. Unfortunately, it’s a question without [...]

August 10, 2022|

Can Rotting Wood be Repaired?

Wood Rot Repair and Replacement Rotted wood, or dry rot, is a common occurrence on Northern Virginia homes. It is often inevitable on the exterior because of continued exposure to the elements, and it can potentially damage the structural integrity of your home. At All American Painting Plus, we offer [...]

June 5, 2022|

Do your House Painters know about Lead Paint?

We all know about the dangers of lead paint, but did you know it is still prevalent in many Northern Virginia homes? Many people think lead paint is an outdated issue but lead paint in older homes can still be toxic during a renovation or residential painting project. When interviewing potential [...]

May 25, 2022|

6 Places for Crown Molding Installation

Making the most out of your interiors involves several small decisions that add up. From the interior painting colors you choose to the way you configure your furniture and decorations, every choice contributes to the bigger picture. One of the most powerful moves you can make is crown molding installation [...]

April 26, 2022|

What to Look for in a Residential Painter

If you are planning to update your Northern Virginia home and you have decided to use a residential painting contractor, there are a bunch of things you want to consider to ensure you get a satisfying end result. This is particularly true if this is your first time hiring a [...]

March 22, 2022|

Textured Drywall Pros & Cons

Textured drywall is easy to spot. The rough bumps can be on textured walls or ceilings Textured drywall ceilings are often called popcorn ceilings, since the texture creates a look similar to popcorn kernels.  Plenty of people have opinions about the look of textured drywall. But there are a few [...]

February 24, 2022|