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Stripe Painting Info.
This brief information guide on How to Paint Stripes is designed to allow the DIY or Pro create stripes in any room or surface. Stripes can create illusions and custom effects. Happy painting!

Horizontal or Vertical
The steps are identically the same whether you want to create vertical stripes or horizontal stripes. Follow this step by step guide to paint sleek, distinct stripes on your surfaces.  Consider this, horizontal strips make the room appear more spacious while vertical stripes will give the illusion of higher ceilings.
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Tools Needed to Paint Stripes
You will need at least two contrasting paint colors. The two colors will include a base coat and a corresponding color for the stripe. Use as many paint colors as you like for different color stripes. Also, you will need a tape measure, 9 inch roller frame, mini roller, paint pan, and 1 - 2 inch easy release Frog tape. In addition, get a straight edge such as a level or framing square and an erasable pencil.

Painting the Base Coat
The first step is to paint the base coat. It will be best to go with the lightest of the colors you have chosen. The paint should be left to cure for at least eight hours; for best results, let the paint dry overnight to insure it's cured.                   
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​                                                  Designing the Stripes
Start the layout for the stripes in the corner that is hardest to see when entering the room. The stripes should be between 3-10 inches for best results. Stripes smaller than a three inches make the pattern appear clustered. Going thicker than 10 inches makes the stripes seem overwhelming and heavy.  A lot of this will depend on the size of your room and the effect you are looking for.
                                                 Marking the Layout
Begin by marking the layout lines and taping from this obscure corner. Measure at different points along the wall to ensure the width of the stripes are the same. Use a carpenter’s square to complete the lines and get the desired straight edge.

​Taping the Lines
Once your lines are drawn, use the Frog tape to create the shape of the stripes. Press the inside edge down firmly to ensure the paint doesn’t get under the tapes edge while painting. Once your satisfied the tape has been applied firmly in place, you’re ready to begin painting the stripes. It’s best to clean-up and erase any pencil lines left showing on the wall. Make sure to do this before painting the stripes.

​Painting Stripes
Now paint the stripes on the wall using the taped edge as your guide. Don’t worry, it’s not as hard as it sounds. One trick is; not to glob up the paint too thick. Two medium coats are always better than one coat that’s thick and heavy; and a lot less likely to encroach under the edge of the tape.
Clean Up
Remove the tape after the wall is painted, but before the stripe paint is dry. When pulling the Frog tape angle away from the freshly painted stripes. If your striped color infringed on your wall color under the tape; gently straighten the line with a thin coat of wall color. If the wall paint doesn’t cover the first time; repeat.

​Other Custom Designs                             
There are other custom painting techniques that may be achieved with this methods. Our painting company has a myriad of checker board or other design patterns that can add special effects to your home or business. When looking for custom designs or special effects; hire our Jacksonville painting company to bring your design dreams to reality. For help with planning your custom design or interior painting, contact us today.

 Sooner or later you will notice the exterior paint is peeling, fading or failing on your home. Or it will have that drab, faded look of a neglected dwelling. It’s time to spruce up the place with some color. Brilliant striking color or that sleek modern tone that gives you the updated/futuristic effect. No matter what color choices you choose you’ll be sure to enhance the value and look of your home.

When hiring a professional to paint the exterior of their home, as it is a very different undertaking than interior painting. You want a professional painting contractor who will not only paint your Florida home; but apply a weatherproofing effect as well. Keep in mind we are here to help with some exterior painting information.

Humidity and rain can ruin a freshly applied paint job. With super high humidity your new finish is incapable of drying or curing correctly. Be sure to check the radar in your area. If rain is imminent, hold off applying exterior finishes until clear weather appears.

Most exterior paint today is considerably cold tolerant. If temperatures are forecasts to drop below 30F; it’s probably best to wait until warmer weather shines through. Find out more about painting in cold weather.
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When you’re thinking about beautifying and protecting your home’s exterior we are ready to help. Pro Color can save you time and headaches with a professional exterior painting!

About the Author:
Painting Company located in Jax, Florida. A commercial and residential painting contractor offering valuable information in all aspects of high-performance coatings, epoxies, water-proofing, interior painting, staining, exterior painting products and methods. With 30 years of hands on industry experience; you will benefit from the plethora  of knowledge.

​Many times while painting in the North East Florida area we have been caught in the compromising position where an onslaught of rain is moving in. Usually the day is nearing the end; and just a few more square feet of surfaces remains to be painted. Thus ensues the gloomy threat to freshly painted exterior surfaces.

This Jacksonville painting company has found that when moisture may be a concern; such as with fog or impending rain, it's best use S.W. Resilience® Exterior Acrylic Latex Paint. This high grade latex paint provides a viable solution! Resilience is formulated with MoistureGuard™, a unique technology that resists moisture twice as fast as other latex exterior coatings. It develops moisture protection in only two hours. This helps greatly with humid or stormy conditions.

Several times our newly painted walls were saved with Resilience. It’s resistance to moisture is perfect for exterior painting in Jacksonville; especially in the rainy season; where most afternoons bring rain. The weather here in Jacksonville, Florida can change at the drop of a hat. This is only one of the astounding aspects of this high-grade material.

We have found time and time again; it is the perfect choice for commercial and residential exterior painting. It has prodigious  “hiding” characteristics and everlasting color retention properties; even with darker colors. In addition, it is elementary to apply, and has better “work-ability” then most of the highest-grade latex paints on the market. When applied correctly, Resilience flows and levels perfectly; leaving a smooth professional finish.

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We have spoken with other painting contractors in Jacksonville, Florida and the surrounding areas; they too have become fans of Resilient Latex Exterior as well.

About the Author:
Jax Painting Company located in Jacksonville, Florida. A commercial and residential painting contractor offering valuable information in all aspects of high-performance coatings, epoxies, water-proofing, interior painting, staining, exterior painting products and methods. With 30 years of hands on industry experience; you can benefit from the vast array of knowledge and understanding of a professional.