Is more always better?
Not always. For example. Take a 50-year-old building (eventually your property will be there if
its not). Apply 2 coats every 10 years=10 coats of paint if painted every 10 years (standard re-paint
time). THAT IS A WHOLE LOT OF PAINT! Too much paint is always bad for any surfaces and cost more
money in the long run to replace or strip buildup layers of paint.
What about costs?
Labor, Labor, Labor. Time to upgrade your paint! With the overall costs rising in almost every area for
any business owner labor is by far the highest cost. If you can save on labor (over 90% of the cost of your
project) by using a premium one coat product you save money and get a better product.
When is it needed?
Painting of dark colors often requires a second coat but how often does that happen. Dark colors are
prone to fading within the standard 10-year re-paint time. They also chalk show more dirt. They are in
fact popular for trim and all trim almost always requires 2 coats for coverage by brush and roll only.
Questionable application techniques in the industry. Wet on Wet? Proper drying time of 4 hours or
overnight for darker colors is always required. Application by spray only, less labor intensive. However
textured surfaces always require a back roll which is a heavier application by nature.
Why do paint companies always specify a two-coat system?
Are they guaranteeing their product? Have you asked them for a warranty? I can assure you they are
NOT worried about covering a warranty. In fact, most painters and manufactures have written
warranties that usually do not cover a whole lot that really ever fails. Most failures come from natural
weathering and decaying of the actual components its failing from. Cracked boards, sprinklers and
severe abuse most often cause paint to failure.
OUR DIFFERENCE: We Paint & Renovate Inc guarantees all labor & materials. We leverage our
relationships and if it fails, we get the manufacture to pitch in. We are the ONLY no hassle call back
contractor in the Valley! Our evaluation and specification of your project comes from over 34 years of
industry proven experience.
Old saying that Prep is 90% of the work!
It’s true! Prep, Prep, prep. Removing all loose paint, sanding rough edges. Proper caulking and priming
of exposed surfaces. Too many times I have walked up to a lapped siding home and all the paint is failing
under the lap board. Too much caulking, too much wood filler, countersinking and puttying over nail
holes, filling large gaps with the wrong product. These are the reasons paint fails nearly all the time.
Industry standards.
OUR DIFFERENCE: We have top notch EPA certified Festool sanding equipment and Vacuum that do the
job right. Our employees are trained by factory reps and know what to look for. Fillers are bad. If it is
something that needs to be replaced, we can handle that job! Caulking the correct areas to prevent
moisture and weatherproof is our job! We only use the best caulking available in the industry!

Is paint better these days?
Today’s paint is BETTER. The ingredients are better, testing is better, and everything is more advanced
with the technology and science of making paint. The newer building materials (siding, drywall, and
stucco) hold and absorb paint longer and more evenly.
OUR DIFFERENCE: Staying up with today’s newest coatings is our job! We are constantly working with
our manufactures to provide our customers longer lasting higher quality jobs. The old saying you pay for
what you get. Its true. Better paint costs more.
Why shouldn’t you use the best? The cost of materials is far less than the cost of labor. Usually about
10% of the total project is only materials. If you use a low-quality paint, you need more paint and have
to apply more which always takes more labor and creates higher costs.
OUR DIFFERENCE: When it comes to paint or anything to protect your investment, we are here to
provide the best options.