Most of anyone who hasn't painted before thinks of painting as slapping a coat of semigloss paint on a wall...
Well, actually a lot more to know and learn about paint. One of my fears when I got into painting was having to learn about every single paint that companies have, such as Sherwin Williams, Behr, Olympic, Kelly Moore, etc.
Most of us don't have the money or patience to sample every different type of sheen, brand, base of paint. When thinking about it, just take a deep breath. I try and keep it simple.
I'll start off by recommending nothing but Behr paint. It's at Home Depot, its cheap, covers better than the most expensive paints, and has such an incredible color to it because of the amount of pigment in it. I get Behr for interior and exterior painting because I have never had a problem with it, it never creates lines or streaks.
On another note, if you are a do-it-yourselfer, always get good tools. There is a huge selection of brushes and rollers. Make sure you get the wool rollers, they hold more paint, and you won't miss a spot.
There is also the selection of sheens. You have your flat, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss and high gloss sheens. A flat sheen gives the appearance of a more professional completion, eggshell works good for kids rooms or halls, satin works well with kitchen and bathrooms, and finally you have your semi gloss or your high gloss for trim work.
There is also the choice of oil base and latex base paint. Most paint these days will be a latex based, but be careful of getting oil base. I met someone who's dad painted for 30 years and loved painting with oil base for trim work. Well, now he is fighting many illnesses such as alzheimers and cancer. Don't get me wrong, latex can be damaging too, but it is the better alternative. And when looking for a good latex paint, make sure it is acrylic, it bonds a lot better than conventional paint.
Again, I am the owner of Modern Villa Painting. We are located in the DFW area and do interior and exterior painting and remodeling. If you or anyone you know has any painting or remodeling that you need done, or have any questions, please contact me via email at modernvillapainting@gmail.com or at (972)922-2769.
Jeff Weimer
Friday, January 30, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
About The CPSIA
As parents and concerned citizens I’m sure most of us at one time or another have been confronted with the question of lead poisoning. But have you asked yourself what your government is doing to protect your children from lead contained in toys? The answer? They're banning toys, taking books from schools and libraries, hurting low income families, killing entrepreneurial spirit and risking putting the economy in an even greater depression than we've seen in decades. I'd like to introduce you to their solution: the CPSIA.
Do you know about the CPSIA? No? Then I ask you to take a few minutes to find out about it.
The CPSIA stands for Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, a new set of laws that will come into effect on 10 February, 2009 and will impact many, many people in a negative way. Make no mistake, this is very real. View it for yourself. If Forbes, the American Library Association and numerous other media are paying attention, perhaps you should too.
How will these new laws affect you? Well, here are a few examples:
To the Parents of Young Students:
Due to the new law, expect to see the cost of school supplies sky rocket. While those paper clips weren't originally intended for your student to use, they will need to be tested now that your 11-year-old needs them for his school project. This law applies to any and all school supplies (textbooks, pencils, crayons, paper, etc.) being used by children under 12.
To the Avid Reader:
Due to the new law, all children's books will be pulled from library and school shelves, as there is no exemption for them. That’s okay though, there's always television. Our children don’t need to learn the love of reading after all.
Article from the American Library Association http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=1322
To the Lover of All Things Handmade:
Due to the new law, you will now be given a cotton ball and an instruction manual so you can make it yourself since that blanket you originally had your eye on for $50 will now cost you around $1,000 after it's passed testing. It won't even be the one-of-a-kind blanket you were hoping for. Items are destroyed in the testing process making one-of-a-kind items virtually impossible. So that gorgeous hand-knit hat you bought your child this past winter won’t be available next winter.
To the Environmentalist:
Due to the new law, all items in non-compliance will now be dumped into our already overflowing landfills. Imagine not just products from the small business owners, but the Big Box Stores as well. You can't sell it so you must toss it. Or be potentially sued for selling it. You can't even give them away. If you are caught, it is still a violation.
To the Second-Hand Shopper:
Due to the new law, you will now need to spend $20 for that brand new pair of jeans for your 2-year old, rather than shop at the Goodwill for second hand. Many resale shops are eliminating children's items all together to avoid future lawsuits.
To the Entrepreneur:
Due to this new law, you will be forced to adhere to strict testing of your unique products or discontinue to make and/or sell them. Small businesses will be likely to be unable to afford the cost of testing and be forced to close up shop. Due to the current economic state, you'll have to hope for the best when it comes to finding a new job in Corporate America.
To the Antique Toy Collector:
Due to the new law, you'd better start buying now because it's all going to private collection and will no longer be available to purchase. “Because the new rules apply retroactively, toys and clothes already on the shelf will have to be thrown out if they aren't certified as safe.” http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123189645948879745.html
To the American Economy:
Already struggling under an economy that hasn’t been this weak in decades, the American economy will be hit harder with the inevitable loss of jobs and revenues from suppliers, small businesses and consumers. The required testing is far too costly and restrictive for small businesses or individuals to undertake.
To the Worldwide Economy:
Due to this new law, many foreign manufacturers have already pulled out of the US market. You can imagine the impact of this on their businesses.
If you think this is exaggerating, here is a recent article from Forbes
http://www.forbes.com/2009/01/16/cpsia-safety-toys-oped-cx_wo_0116olson.html
And for those of you prepared to be stupefied and boggled, The New Law
http://www.cpsc.gov/about/cpsia/cpsia.html
Did you know? If this upsets or alarms you, please react.
Do you know about the CPSIA? No? Then I ask you to take a few minutes to find out about it.
The CPSIA stands for Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, a new set of laws that will come into effect on 10 February, 2009 and will impact many, many people in a negative way. Make no mistake, this is very real. View it for yourself. If Forbes, the American Library Association and numerous other media are paying attention, perhaps you should too.
How will these new laws affect you? Well, here are a few examples:
To the Parents of Young Students:
Due to the new law, expect to see the cost of school supplies sky rocket. While those paper clips weren't originally intended for your student to use, they will need to be tested now that your 11-year-old needs them for his school project. This law applies to any and all school supplies (textbooks, pencils, crayons, paper, etc.) being used by children under 12.
To the Avid Reader:
Due to the new law, all children's books will be pulled from library and school shelves, as there is no exemption for them. That’s okay though, there's always television. Our children don’t need to learn the love of reading after all.
Article from the American Library Association http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=1322
To the Lover of All Things Handmade:
Due to the new law, you will now be given a cotton ball and an instruction manual so you can make it yourself since that blanket you originally had your eye on for $50 will now cost you around $1,000 after it's passed testing. It won't even be the one-of-a-kind blanket you were hoping for. Items are destroyed in the testing process making one-of-a-kind items virtually impossible. So that gorgeous hand-knit hat you bought your child this past winter won’t be available next winter.
To the Environmentalist:
Due to the new law, all items in non-compliance will now be dumped into our already overflowing landfills. Imagine not just products from the small business owners, but the Big Box Stores as well. You can't sell it so you must toss it. Or be potentially sued for selling it. You can't even give them away. If you are caught, it is still a violation.
To the Second-Hand Shopper:
Due to the new law, you will now need to spend $20 for that brand new pair of jeans for your 2-year old, rather than shop at the Goodwill for second hand. Many resale shops are eliminating children's items all together to avoid future lawsuits.
To the Entrepreneur:
Due to this new law, you will be forced to adhere to strict testing of your unique products or discontinue to make and/or sell them. Small businesses will be likely to be unable to afford the cost of testing and be forced to close up shop. Due to the current economic state, you'll have to hope for the best when it comes to finding a new job in Corporate America.
To the Antique Toy Collector:
Due to the new law, you'd better start buying now because it's all going to private collection and will no longer be available to purchase. “Because the new rules apply retroactively, toys and clothes already on the shelf will have to be thrown out if they aren't certified as safe.” http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123189645948879745.html
To the American Economy:
Already struggling under an economy that hasn’t been this weak in decades, the American economy will be hit harder with the inevitable loss of jobs and revenues from suppliers, small businesses and consumers. The required testing is far too costly and restrictive for small businesses or individuals to undertake.
To the Worldwide Economy:
Due to this new law, many foreign manufacturers have already pulled out of the US market. You can imagine the impact of this on their businesses.
If you think this is exaggerating, here is a recent article from Forbes
http://www.forbes.com/2009/01/16/cpsia-safety-toys-oped-cx_wo_0116olson.html
And for those of you prepared to be stupefied and boggled, The New Law
http://www.cpsc.gov/about/cpsia/cpsia.html
Did you know? If this upsets or alarms you, please react.
Monday, January 26, 2009
New Year
Hello again,
I am back to adding helpful hints and tips for painting and choosing contractors after a confusing year for everyone. I hope we are all ready to jump into this new year running and get things moving.I would like to go ahead and start this year off by saying I am proud to have a delightful new president leading our country. We are very grateful to have someone campaigning for hope instead of fear, and that is what we all need right now.
During the past year of high inflation we have noticed that not only gas prices skyrocketed, but so did the price of goods and produce such as vegetables, fruit, meats, and bread. But despite this last year of high inflation, most services such as plumbing, painting and remodeling have seen deflation. Why? Because these business owners have to purchase goods and produce of their own for inflated prices, and with the increasing competition due to the economic slump they have not been able to inflict their prices to offset their overhead and other expenses. Therefor, prices have stayed the same in the service sector for quite some time.What does this all mean for you, the consumer? This means you are able to find better deals when, looking for a contractor. What this also means is that some companies will be cutting corners. Which means, while you can find a great price right now, you can also lose out on quality.
I will end all my blog postings by reminding you that I am the owner of Modern Villa Painting, and if you live in the DFW area, or know someone who lives in the DFW area who is looking to get quality, price, and timing for painting and/or remodeling needs, I will be more than happy to assist you.
Having amiable customer service, combined with professional quality, and topped off with time management to fit your needs, Modern Villa Painting acheives success with clients.
Thank you for reading, : )
Jeff Weimer
Modern Villa Painting
(972)922-2769
I am back to adding helpful hints and tips for painting and choosing contractors after a confusing year for everyone. I hope we are all ready to jump into this new year running and get things moving.I would like to go ahead and start this year off by saying I am proud to have a delightful new president leading our country. We are very grateful to have someone campaigning for hope instead of fear, and that is what we all need right now.
During the past year of high inflation we have noticed that not only gas prices skyrocketed, but so did the price of goods and produce such as vegetables, fruit, meats, and bread. But despite this last year of high inflation, most services such as plumbing, painting and remodeling have seen deflation. Why? Because these business owners have to purchase goods and produce of their own for inflated prices, and with the increasing competition due to the economic slump they have not been able to inflict their prices to offset their overhead and other expenses. Therefor, prices have stayed the same in the service sector for quite some time.What does this all mean for you, the consumer? This means you are able to find better deals when, looking for a contractor. What this also means is that some companies will be cutting corners. Which means, while you can find a great price right now, you can also lose out on quality.
I will end all my blog postings by reminding you that I am the owner of Modern Villa Painting, and if you live in the DFW area, or know someone who lives in the DFW area who is looking to get quality, price, and timing for painting and/or remodeling needs, I will be more than happy to assist you.
Having amiable customer service, combined with professional quality, and topped off with time management to fit your needs, Modern Villa Painting acheives success with clients.
Thank you for reading, : )
Jeff Weimer
Modern Villa Painting
(972)922-2769
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Choosing a painting contractor for your home project
I want to cover a very important issue that most people have trouble with. It is basically how to choose a painting contractor, let alone any other type of contractor.
You want to feel comfortable with the contractor. If you feel pushed, or there's something wrong, there probably is something wrong. Don't feel afraid to ask questions. Don't jump to conclusions based on age, race, gender...etc,. when getting estimates. When getting estimates, always be sure to get atleast 3. It's not always best to choose the cheapest bid, because that's what you might end up getting, a cheap quality job.
I will add more to this blog... because there is a lot to learn about this subject. It may save you ALOT of money!
You want to feel comfortable with the contractor. If you feel pushed, or there's something wrong, there probably is something wrong. Don't feel afraid to ask questions. Don't jump to conclusions based on age, race, gender...etc,. when getting estimates. When getting estimates, always be sure to get atleast 3. It's not always best to choose the cheapest bid, because that's what you might end up getting, a cheap quality job.
I will add more to this blog... because there is a lot to learn about this subject. It may save you ALOT of money!
Beginning of Texas painting blog
Hi,
I am the owner of a local painting company,... Modern Villa Painting.
Jeff Weimer
(972)922-2769
www.Modernvillapainting.net
Modernvillapainting@gmail.com
Please contact me if you have any questions. : )
I am the owner of a local painting company,... Modern Villa Painting.
Jeff Weimer
(972)922-2769
www.Modernvillapainting.net
Modernvillapainting@gmail.com
Please contact me if you have any questions. : )
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