House Painters North Shore: Hiring Professionals vs Doing It Yourself (DIY)

Let’s face it – painting the exterior of your house is one of the most challenging things that one can do nowadays. Most of the people out there find the task extremely challenging and daunting – especially at the point when it requires climbing and extra work around the house.

If you live in North Shore and are planning on painting your house, you are faced with two options:

1. Do the painting yourself
2. Using a professional painting company

Nowadays, most of the homeowners choose to go with professional companies for their house painting needs – mostly because of the precise and guaranteed result. The truth is, professional painters are there to assist you and eliminate all of the frustration and annoyance that you would have if you try to do all of the painting yourself, and saves you from having to manage the painters.

Even though painting your North Shore home yourself may seem like a rewarding experience, hiring professional house painters North Shore can be even more rewarding knowing that you saved time and money throughout the process.

If you were to paint your home yourself, here is what you may need:

1. Extension pole
2. Lint-free cloth
3. Paintbrush
4. Paint pot
5. Putty and fillers
6. Roller Roller tray
7. Sandpaper
8. Tac rag
9. Turps
10. Brush cleaner
11. Dust mask
12. Gloves Masking tape
13. Paint stripper
14. Painter’s gloves
15. Pole sander
16. Putty knife Rags
17. Hot Weather Additive
18. Interior Paintwork Cleaner
19. Moss & Mould Killer
20. Paint Prep
21. House wash Scraper
22. Steel wool
23. Window scraper

With the growing popularity of do-it-yourself building and renovation television shows, it’s easy to think anyone can ‘slap on a coat of paint’ in a matter of minutes.

The reality is, a poor paint job that’s finished badly can reduce the sale price of your home or investment and add months to the time it takes to sell (and it really does stand out)

Engaging a skilled, registered painter will save you time and money and help achieve a stylish result that stands the test of time.

Here’s some tips to help you choose the right painter for your needs:

Get at least three comparable quotes. Give each painter and decorator the same description of work required and ask them to provide a formal estimate, in writing, including:

1. Preparation work to be undertaken
2. Quality of paint to be used
3. Estimated timeframe for completion
4. Itemised list of tasks to be done

Another thing to have in mind is the type of exterior surfaces. As you probably (don’t) know, not all of them are the same, and most of the exterior surfaces are complicated when it comes to painting.

Many are not aware, but the climate around your home is very important in deciding the number of coats/ and the type of paint to use.

For homes in North Shore Auckland, the area has largely temperate climate. While the far north has subtropical weather during summer, and south areas of North Shore can be as cold as -2 C in winter, most of Auckland lies close to the coast, which means mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and abundant sunshine. Keeping in mind that when temperatures start dipping into the 50s or below, paints won’t dry properly and it can cause big problems. Common issue to painting in cold weather are poor color uniformity.

On the other hand, if you use professionals painters in the North Shore, you won’t have to worry about a lot of this because it’s common practice, and through experience – they can see the best type of paint/ and best condition to paint. They will also have all the equipment and experience in dealing with all types of surfaces – whether they are tyrolean, roughcast or pebbledash.

Some of the best ways to make sure that you have hired the best house painters in North Shore include:

1. Obtaining a couple of recommendations and seeing their past work/projects
2. Asking about their experience in the industry as well as experience with different painting projects
3. Looking for house painters in North Shore that can provide you with prices for small jobs in the future
4. Getting a full quote before hiring them – with a breakdown of what is to be done.

Check out this article for more details on how to choose a house painter – https://superiorpainters.co.nz/house-painting/checklist-on-choosing-the-right-painting-company/

 How Many Coats of Paint and How Much Paint?

One of the first and most important questions to tackle when approaching an interior painting project is the number of coats you will need. The amount of paint you need to complete the project will be dictated by the number of coats you apply.

There are several online free paint calculators available to you as well to calculate the amount of paint required. Check out this one from Dulux.

https://www.dulux.co.nz/paint-calculator

Several variables are at play when it comes to coats of paint that make it difficult to estimate exactly how much paint you will need, but here are some guidelines to follow:

1. Painting the same (or a very similar color) on an interior wall. Freshening your wall color is a simple and easy way to paint a room in your home. After properly washing the surface you will likely only need one coat of paint. Use a good brush or roller to evenly coat the wall. Once the paint dries, you should have an evenly colored surface that looks as good as new.
2. Painting a new color on an interior wall.The short answer to this question is, probably more than one. Of course, it depends on the original color that is being covered up and the new color you are using. Painting a dark or bold cover over a lighter color will likely only require two coats. Painting light over dark is a different story. Achieving a smooth, even color in this scenario could require up to six coats of paint.
3. Using a primer.You can bypass all the coats required for painting light over dark by using a primer. Primers are an affordable and easy way to mask the existing color of your wall, and they create a surface that your new paint will readily take to.

Painting Over Drywall

Painting over new walls or repaired areas of drywall requires a good primer. New drywall and the spackle used to smooth its seams is absorbent. Painting without a primer will require several coats, which can be time consuming and expensive. A primer will provide a paintable surface that will require one or two coats at the most.

Paint Quality

Paint quality is another important factor to consider. Cheap paint has lower performing ingredients and won’t perform as well as a high-quality paint. Ask yourself if you’d rather buy a more expensive paint that will require a few coats or cheaper paint that will require more coats and may never exhibit the finish you would get from high-quality paint.

Nowadays, there are even North Shore house painters that specialize in exterior house painting – as well as indoor painting specialists. They won’t do jobs like hanging wall papers or gloss windows or doors – but will focus on getting the painting job done quickly for you so your life can go back to normal in the quickest time possible.

If you are ready to hire a team of professional painters, now is the best time to do so. At Superior Painters, we have been the one-stop destination for many homeowners in North Shore, handling all types of walls and exterior surfaces.

For more information about our services as well as a free quote over the phone, contact us today!

Get In Touch, Free Color Consultation

Are you looking get an estimate for your painting needs? Need help choosing your paint colours or putting together a complete exterior or interior look for your property? Then request a visit from a Superior Painter Colour Consultant.

During the color consultation, you’ll receive:

1. Professional advice on color selection and design for your home
2. Free on-site project appraisal based on your needs
3. Plan of action/ proposal for your project
4. And get all your questions answered with no obligations

Get in touch today – Book Consultation – or call us directly on 0800 199 888 to speak to the team

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