Wood is one of the most stately, beautiful, natural materials found in our homes, rich in its colors and infinite in its unique grain patterns. Like most beautiful things, however, wood can be marred by a variety of forces, and water is one of the primary culprits. When you have water stains on wood, can…
Sundeleaf Painting started in 1930, and we are now in the 3rd generation of family ownership. This isn’t a hands-off, watch-from-a-distance kind of an operation, but a family heritage that we are deeply invested in. As we reflect on that, what are the advantages to our customers that come from working with a local painting…
When you are the facilities manager for an HOA or a condo, you don’t need us to tell you that there’s a lot on your plate. There are always so many urgent items on your to-do list, it seems absurd (and maybe impossible) to get to non-urgent tasks like touch-up painting. Plus, there are budget…
Wood has such a natural, elegant beauty, it is no wonder we cherish our wooden furniture and cabinets. When they are showing signs of age or wear, we don't want to cast them aside for replacement, but rather restore them to a state of glowing health and elegance! How is this kind of antique wood…
You’ve done your homework. You asked for house painting estimates from three different painting contractors, and now you need to decide which one to hire. What should you be looking for in those estimates to help you choose? Is it just the bottom line? Or is there something else you should be considering in this…
The beauty of Portland’s Mt. Tabor neighborhood comes from its skillful interaction of the architectural and the natural, the buildings we inhabit and the landscapes that surround them. We know that the buildings and the landscaping need maintenance to keep them healthy and beautiful, but did you know that the two can actually affect each…
If you’re the type who watches HGTV and reads a lot of DIY blogs on trendy home remodeling, that’s great! However, not everyone loves to put on overalls and get paint in their hair on the weekend. If you fall into the second group, you’ll eventually need to hire a local house painter to spruce…
At Sundeleaf Painting, we are excited about our Spray Shop and the amazing capabilities it gives us for professional refinishing and restoration. This is one of the things that truly set Sundeleaf apart from other painting companies here in the Portland metropolitan area. What Makes a Spray Shop Special? When wood is refinished inside a…
Few materials on earth match the beauty and versatility of wood, giving us a great variety of architectural and decorative options. Time, however, takes its toll on everything, and wood is no exception. Exterior wood faces the greater challenge, with rain, sun, insects, and seasonal temperature changes all conspiring to degrade the quality of our…
It’s amazing how having the right tool really facilitates an efficient, excellent job. Whether it’s a specialized wrench that reaches into a tight engine space, a gardening trowel with just the right shape, or an app that manages your information just right, a great tool enables a great result! That is exactly how we at…