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Paint Failure and What to Do About It

Nancy LongMay 24, 2021

Blistering and peeling paint is a serious and prevalent problem. Older home and buildings are the most common places where blistering and peeling paint become an issue. If you own a home that was built prior ... Read More

Sheen – Choose the Correct One for Your Project

Nancy LongJanuary 9, 2020

The term sheen refers to the degree of shine or luster in the paint. Paint can be usually be ordered in the following levels: Flat Matte Low-sheen/Low lustre Velvet Eggshell Satin Semi-gloss Gloss High gloss The catch is ... Read More

Will Paint Fix It? Sisu Tips on What to Expect

Nancy LongSeptember 6, 2019

Painting always comes with a unique set of challenges for each client. Things that weren’t apparent before painting become visible once we’ve started and customer expectations can be unrealistic. I get it. You’ve paid god knows ... Read More

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Tips for Choosing Exterior Paint Colors

Nancy LongApril 19, 2019

I love this time of year! The sun is shining, the neighbors are barbecuing and I’m doing what I love best – helping clients choose colors for their homes. With every paint contract, I offer a complimentary ... Read More

Two Coats are Better than One – Here’s Why

Nancy LongFebruary 26, 2019

It’s a gloomy Portland day. You’re stuck inside looking at your walls, which have been the same color for years. You think – I could paint over that. I could have a fresh start; I could transform ... Read More

Analogous Color Schemes – Decorate in Perfect Harmony

Nancy LongDecember 31, 2018

Make the right choice Choosing the perfect color scheme can feel overwhelming. What if, once it’s on the wall, you don’t like it? What if, after a year, you’re tired of looking it? Reflect your personality If you’re ... Read More

Ceilings – Sisu’s Six Essential Painting Tips

Nancy LongDecember 13, 2018

De-stress the idea Make sure that the ceiling needs to be painted in the first place. Are you painting your walls? If so, I definitely recommend painting your ceiling. Think of your ceiling as another wall in ... Read More

Trim – Sisu’s Six Essential Painting Tips

Nancy LongDecember 5, 2018

Photo by RhondaK Native Florida Folk Artist on Unsplash To get the best results Whether you have recently installed new trim, or you are attempting to update your old wood work, these tips should help you achieve the results ... Read More

Kitchen Cabinets – Replacement versus Painting

Nancy LongNovember 29, 2018

Don’t let age get you down Kitchen cabinets age no matter what. What was in vogue yesterday is out of style today. That’s pretty much a fact for any interior design element, but once your cabinets start to ... Read More

Winter Paint Colors – Fresh Inspiration

Nancy LongFebruary 21, 2018

Winter in Oregon is a pretty monochromatic affair; but, this year, when the temperatures dropped down below freezing, ice frosted the ground and snow flurries fell gently from the sky, we couldn’t help but be enchanted ... Read More

Mistakes House Painters Make – Common Causes

Nancy LongFebruary 14, 2018

Mistakes can be made on house painting projects, whether you are tackling the paint job yourself or you’ve hired a professional. First, let me state clearly, errors are made by hard working painters and homeowners alike ... Read More

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House Painting in Wet Weather – When is it Safe?

Nancy LongJanuary 31, 2018

Weather can affect exterior house painting and the Pacific Northwest has its challenges. You may already realize that our greatest threat is moisture. Let’s address the obvious questions: Can you paint exteriors in rainy weather? The ... Read More

Front Door Color Options – Make a Great Impression

Nancy LongJanuary 26, 2018

Choosing the right color for your front door can seem intimidating at first, but will help create a great first impression of your home. Curb appeal is a hot topic in the real estate market and ... Read More

How To: Wall Repairs for Holes Smaller Than A Fist

Nancy LongJanuary 15, 2018

Drywall is not the strongest substrate in the planet. In fact, without much effort or completely by accident, it’s easy to put an unsightly hole in a wall. Drywall damage often happens during picture-hanging, due to ... Read More

Brush, roll or spray; Which is the preferred method

Nancy LongAugust 23, 2016

Exterior paint can be applied using a variety of methods. The purpose of this post is to compare and contrast the most common methods and to explain how the processes we employ at Sisu Painting ... Read More

Best Temperature to Paint a House

Nancy LongAugust 3, 2016

Weather can have both positive and negative effects on your paint job. When it’s wet and soggy outside, the moisture in the air can slow down the drying process, even on the inside of your home. If ... Read More

Metamerism – The Metamorphosis Of Color

Nancy LongJuly 1, 2016

Have you ever chosen the perfect color for your walls at the paint store, only to get home and find that it looks like a completely different color? How about pairing up a paint color to ... Read More