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What is the cost of painting the interior of a small church or community hall in the Lower Mainland?
Painting the interior of a small church or community hall in the Lower Mainland typically costs $8,0...
Paint Types & FinishesIs there a mould-resistant paint that actually works long-term in Vancouver bathrooms and basements?
Yes, there are mould-resistant paints that work well in Metro Vancouver's humid conditions, but they...
Deck & Fence StainingIs it worth staining the fence on both sides or just our side in our Coquitlam backyard?
For maximum protection and longevity, staining both sides of your fence is absolutely worth the inve...
Lead Paint & SafetyHow do I know if my 1960s home in South Vancouver has lead paint without hiring a professional tester?
You can test for lead paint yourself using DIY lead test kits available at most Metro Vancouver hard...
Surface PreparationHow much extra does extensive surface preparation add to the cost of an exterior paint job in Metro Vancouver?
Extensive surface preparation can add 40-80% to the base cost of an exterior paint job in Metro Vanc...
Cabinet Painting & RefinishingHow long does a professional cabinet painting project actually take, and how much will it disrupt our kitchen?
This is one of the first questions Vancouver homeowners ask, and it's smart to plan for it realistic...
Cabinet Painting & RefinishingWhat cabinet colours are trending right now in Vancouver kitchens?
Vancouver kitchen colour trends have shifted noticeably over the past couple of years, moving away f...
Cabinet Painting & RefinishingWe want to paint our laminate kitchen cabinets — is this even possible or will it just peel off?
Painting laminate cabinets is absolutely possible and it's become one of the most popular kitchen up...
Cabinet Painting & RefinishingWhat kind of prep and hardware changes should I plan for when getting my cabinets professionally painted?
Proper preparation is what separates a cabinet paint job that lasts a decade from one that chips wit...
Maintenance & Touch-UpsMy garage floor paint is peeling off in sheets — what went wrong and how do I fix it?
Garage floor paint failure is extremely common in Metro Vancouver, and the root cause is almost alwa...
Cabinet Painting & RefinishingCan I paint my bathroom vanity myself, or should I hire someone? It's an older oak one that looks really dated?
Refinishing an older oak bathroom vanity is one of the most impactful upgrades you can make for rela...
Maintenance & Touch-UpsHow do I touch up the trim paint on my house without it looking patchy?
Touching up trim paint so it blends seamlessly takes a bit more care than most homeowners expect, bu...
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Lead paint testing, safe removal, encapsulation, and WorkSafeBC regulations for pre-1978 Metro Vancouver homes
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Is there a mould-resistant paint that actually works long-term in Vancouver bathrooms and basements?
Is it worth staining the fence on both sides or just our side in our Coquitlam backyard?
How do I know if my 1960s home in South Vancouver has lead paint without hiring a professional tester?
How much extra does extensive surface preparation add to the cost of an exterior paint job in Metro Vancouver?
How long does a professional cabinet painting project actually take, and how much will it disrupt our kitchen?
What cabinet colours are trending right now in Vancouver kitchens?
We want to paint our laminate kitchen cabinets — is this even possible or will it just peel off?
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