Interior home painting is a great way to add value to your home and refresh it with a brand-new look. With such a big project, however, it helps to understand what you are getting into. Sundeleaf Painting is a high-end residential interior painting company that applies meticulous attention to detail to ensure satisfaction with every job. Here, we walk you through our process so you know what to expect.
The Initial Consultation
Every painting project begins with an initial consultation. This is when you’ll tell us your goals for the project, and we will provide guidance on the right products and techniques to achieve the look you want. We will provide a cost estimate, including a by-the-day price. Our transparent estimate helps you budget without any surprises.
In many cases, other repairs and updates need to be made before we can paint. In that case, we will also offer recommendations for other service providers in our network that offer the same level of professionalism to ensure that the whole project meets our standards.
Our estimate may appear high at first glance. Many homeowners do not realize that different estimates do not necessarily represent the same level of craftsmanship. Cheaper paint companies often deliver cheap work: low-quality products, inadequate preparation, and an unsatisfactory finish. Sundeleaf Painting is frequently called to fix problems created by less experienced painters. Instead of inflating the cost by paying for the same job twice, pay a little more to get it right the first time.
Deciding on a Project Timeline
Once you accept our estimate, we’ll schedule your project. The timeline will depend on how many other customers are in our queue. During peak painting season, you may have to wait several weeks or months before your turn arrives.
To get your home painted as soon as possible, we recommend planning during the winter. Fewer homeowners paint in winter, allowing for shorter queues, but the rainy Portland climate will not impact our work indoors. We also offer a discount for interior painting projects from December through February. Not only can you enjoy your all-new look sooner, but you may also pay less.
10% Paint, 90% Prep
Work begins with thorough preparation. Our mantra is 10% paint, 90% prep, out of the understanding that what lies underneath the paint is just as important as the paint itself. We treat your entire space as delicately as possible with the following process:
- Inspect: We perform a close inspection of your space, marking all imperfections and problem areas to ensure that nothing gets missed.
- Protect: We move furniture and cover all floors and furnishings, creating a clean working environment and protecting your belongings against drips.
- Scrape: Loose paint and drips are removed with hand scrapers. Then, we power wash to remove soil before scraping a second time to ensure a secure substrate.
- Sand: Wherever scraping produces a ridge, we sand the edge smooth. This eliminates rough spots where wet paint may build up.
- Wash: All surfaces are cleaned using methods and cleaners that are appropriate to the age and material of the structure.
- Prime: Any raw or damaged surfaces are spot primed to improve their durability with an extra layer of protection.
- Patch: Large holes and voids are filled with appropriate patching compounds, and dents or dings are spackled before receiving a second layer of primer.
- Caulk: Finally, doorframes and windows are caulked to prevent moisture intrusion, ensuring that the new paint will last.
The end result is a pristine surface that is ready to accept paint. The preparation ensures that the paint will apply smoothly for a clean and flawless finish.
Applying Paint
Finally, it’s time to paint. Our expert painters combine proven techniques and the latest innovations to create a finish that adds protection and beauty to your space. We work with only top-quality products and pay extraordinary attention to detail for sharp corners, crisp lines, and meticulous decorative accents. At every phase, your personal project manager will keep you updated.
Before wrapping up, we walk you through a full inspection of the finished project so you feel confident that everything is exactly as it should be. If you aren’t completely satisfied, then we can discuss any changes or improvements that need to be made.
Plan Your Interior Home Painting Project with Sundeleaf Painting
Update your home this year with interior home painting from Sundeleaf Painting. We are a family-owned company that has served Portland, Oregon, for over three generations, earning a reputation for excellent craftsmanship with every job. Browse our portfolio to see the proof in past projects, or contact us to request a quote and schedule your next project.
