Expert advice for MetroWest Boston homeowners.
Here's what nobody told you: removing wallpaper that's been up for three decades is a completely different project than removing wallpaper installed last year. The adhesives are different.
When paint fails, it's almost always an adhesion failure. The paint didn't bond properly, and eventually it gives up. It peels. It bubbles. It flakes. It cracks.
In fifteen years of painting homes across MetroWest Boston, I've seen a lot of mistakes. Homeowners who chose a color that looked great on a tiny chip but overwhelming on a whole wall.
The short answer: A professional crew can paint the interior of an average 2,000-square-foot home in 3-5 days. A single room typically takes 4-8 hours. DIY projects usually take 2-3 times longer. But that's just the painting. The real timeline depends on what condition your walls are in, how much prep work is needed, and whether you're living in the house while it happens. Here's how to figure out what your project will actually require. Quick Reference: Interior Painting Timelines Before d
You walk outside one morning and there it is—paint curling off your siding like old wallpaper. Why is this happening, and what do I do about it? Paint doesn't just decide to fail. There's always a reason.
I've heard every question and seen every mistake. If I could sit down with every person about to hire a painter — including the people who ultimately choose someone else — here's what I'd want them to know.
"How much will this cost?" is the first question every homeowner asks. And it's a fair question—painting isn't cheap, and you need to budget accordingly.
We've been painting homes across MetroWest Boston for 15 years. Here's what we've learned about timing exterior projects in New England.
If you want to understand why exterior paint fails in New England, you need to understand what happens between November and April.
When paint peels, bubbles, cracks, or fails — four out of five times, it's not the paint's fault. It's not the weather's fault. It's not bad luck. It's prep.
Before you hire a painter in Holliston, run through this checklist. Insurance, warranties, paint quality, prep work, pricing — everything you need to vet a contractor.
Your kitchen cabinets look dated. Maybe they're oak from the 90s. Maybe they're a color that seemed like a good idea fifteen years ago. Whatever the reason, you want them gone. But replacing kitchen cabinets costs $15,000-$30,000 or more.
