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Why We Don’t Use Temporary Employment Agencies to Find Our Painters

Temporary employment agencies are popular among professional painting companies, including many around Jacksonville. These agencies provide an easy way to stock the company with short-term laborers who may help complete a task, often as quickly as possible. There are many risks associated with using painters from such agencies. For example, a painter from such an agency may not have been properly trained in how to use the specific paint for a certain project, which could...
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Exterior Painting – Our Hottest Summer Service

A new coat of paint has the power to transform the look of your home, whether you want to simply freshen up the existing color, or change to a completely new color scheme. Perhaps more importantly, a fresh exterior paint job will help protect your home from the Florida elements, including harsh sunlight, UV rays, rain, and high humidity. The Painting Craftsmen is proud to offer exterior house painting as one of our premier and...
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Your Faux Finish Guide

A faux finish to any part of the inside or outside of your house can truly the change the look and feel of your home. The faux, French for “false”,  finish is a way of simulating different textures found in and out of nature by the use of paints: wood, stone or even different types of metal. The technique can be given to any surface, including interior or exterior walls, beams, floors, furniture, molding, and...
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Find Your Interior Design Style

As a team of artisan painters working exclusively for residential clients, we've seen an amazing range of interior design styles here in Jacksonville, FL. Some homeowners have a very specific design style with every detail figured out. Others prefer a blend of two or more compatible interior design styles while some are still exploring and experimenting to find the best style of interior design for their home. Elements of Interior Design When you change interior...
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Your Interior Paint Guide

Does the color on your walls look dull or faded? By following just a few of the steps in this interior painting guide, you can use interior painting to turn your home into a vibrant space that you love coming home to every day. How to Choose Paint Color The first thing you will want to think about with interior painting, is the existing furniture and decor. Most decorators will choose a color based on...
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Your Guide to Cabinet Refinishing

Many people believe that the kitchen is the heart of the home and we at The Painting Craftsmen couldn't agree more. Your kitchen might be cozy but over time you might consider remodeling or cabinet refinishing. This would give your favorite room a nice fresh look. While some kitchen remodeling projects can easily be done in a few hours, cabinet refinishing is a complicated process. While we don't advise doing this on your own, if...
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Why You Should Hire A Professional Painter

Using professional painters at The Painting Craftsmen can keep the interior surfaces of homes looking fresh and beautiful. Through a variety of traditional and modern painting techniques, our team of professional painters can restore and create flawless finishes that will stand up to the test of time and please any homeowners taste. The Techniques That Keep Homes Looking Their Best When wanting to make your home look its best or when wanting to refresh its...
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Why Replace When You Can Refinish?

It’s April and Florida residents are getting ready to enjoy the summer months, soaking in the sun, tanning by the pool, or relaxing outdoors in the evening with friends.  More and more people are opting to stay home during their summer vacation for convenience and affordability.  Sprucing up the home may be necessary for you to feel like you are on vacation in the comfort of your own home. Home improvement projects not only make...
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How to Love Your Outdoor Space Again

Has your outdoor space been neglected over winter? Does the landscaping look like an overgrown jungle due to the lack of lawn care or the deck look dilapidated due to the constant beating from the weather elements? If the exterior of your home, your backyard or other outdoor areas are beginning to look a little worn, now is a good time to consider doing something about it. Springtime is one of the best times of...
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Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Make Changes

The color on the walls you picked two years ago probably doesn’t have the same appeal now as it did back then. Fall in love with your home all over again this spring by making changes and updates to the look and feel of your home. You may be surprised just how much a simple color change can brighten up your house, especially after this year’s dull and seemingly never ending rainy winter.  At The...
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