The Invisible Foundation of Great Paint
When you admire a beautifully painted room, what you are really seeing is the result of hours of careful preparation. The paint itself is only the final layer -- it is the prep work beneath that determines how smooth, even, and long-lasting the finish will be.
At Fridenmaker Painting, we invest more time in preparation than in actual painting. It is not glamorous work, but it is what separates a mediocre paint job from an exceptional one.
What Professional Prep Looks Like
- Filling nail holes, dents, and cracks with appropriate patching compounds
- Sanding all patched areas and rough surfaces to a smooth, even finish
- Caulking gaps between trim, walls, and ceiling lines for clean, crisp edges
- Priming bare wood, repaired areas, and stain-prone surfaces
- Thorough cleaning and deglossing of previously painted surfaces
- Complete masking and protection of floors, fixtures, and furnishings
The Cost of Cutting Corners
Skipping prep work is the most expensive shortcut a painter can take. Paint applied over dirty, unprimed, or poorly sanded surfaces will peel, crack, and fail years before it should. What seems like a savings upfront becomes a costly repaint in two or three years.
We have repainted countless homes where the previous painter skipped these steps. In every case, the homeowner wishes they had invested in quality prep from the start. When you choose Fridenmaker Painting, you are choosing a team that does it right the first time.
