Interior Painting Archives

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

How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House?

Nancy LongNovember 18, 2019

“Hey! If you’re thinking about painting your house, there are some things you might want to know about the cost. According to Sisu Painting’s records of the past 30 paint jobs, the average cost to paint ... 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

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

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

The Pros and Cons of Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF)

Nancy LongOctober 19, 2016

Medium-Density Fiberboard (more commonly known as MDF) is a man-made building material used as a substitute for real wood millwork in homes. We most often see it used in trim, cabinetry and interior doors. This man ... Read More

Choosing Paint Colors for Your Home

Nancy LongAugust 8, 2016

I am mad about color! I love how color looks and the way it affects my mood. I love taking a space and transforming it with color or updating a house and watching people fall in ... Read More

Color Wheel Basics – Choosing the Right Color Scheme

Nancy LongAugust 5, 2016

You’ve probably noticed that we focus on color a lot. Whether we’re talking about your interior or exterior paint color or choosing the perfect pops of color to complete your look, color is important to ... 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