Interior Painting Prep: Get Your Space Ready for a Perfect Finish
A flawless interior paint job starts with proper preparation. Our team takes care of furniture protection, surface repairs, priming, and more to ensure a smooth and durable finish. Here’s what you can expect before we begin painting your space.
STEP 1: CONSULTATION & ESTIMATE
- On-site evaluation to assess project scope, wall conditions, and necessary preparation.
- Discussion of color options, finishes, and any specific requests.
- Digital color rendering provided where applicable, helping visualize the final look.
- On-site color testing if needed, ensuring the selected color is exactly what the client desires.
- Detailed estimate provided, outlining costs, timeline, and process.
STEP 2: SURFACE PREPARATION
A smooth, properly prepped surface is critical for a professional and long-lasting finish.
STEP 2.1: PROTECTING THE NON-PAINTED AREAS
- Covering floors, furniture, cabinets, and fixtures with plastic, drop cloths, or paper to prevent paint drips or splatter.
- Masking off trim, windows, and other non-painted areas for clean, precise lines.
- To help us complete this step efficiently, we kindly ask that any unnecessary items be moved out of the way beforehand. This ensures the best possible results and protects your belongings during the cleaning process.
STEP 2.2: SURFACE PREP & CLEANING
- If needed Cleaning walls to remove dust, grease, or stains that may affect paint adhesion.
- Identifying and treating problem areas such as water stains or smoke damage.
STEP 2.3: PATCHING, SANDING & REPAIRS
- Filling holes, cracks, and imperfections in drywall or plaster.
- Repairing damaged areas, including drywall patches where necessary.
- Sanding rough areas to create a smooth, even surface.
STEP 2.4: CAULKING & SEALING
- Sealing gaps between trim, baseboards, and walls to create a seamless, professional finish.
- Ensuring longevity by preventing cracks from forming over time.
STEP 2.5: PRIMING
- Applying high-quality primer to promote even coverage, improve adhesion, and enhance the durability of the final paint job.
- Addressing specific needs, such as stain-blocking or moisture-resistant primers for bathrooms and kitchens.
STEP 3: PAINTING
Using professional techniques and high-quality materials for a flawless, durable finish.
STEP 3.1: WALLS & CEILINGS
- Process is completed using a brush-and-roll method, with the use of airless spraying where applicable.
- Ensuring a smooth, uniform finish with clean edges and no roller marks.
STEP 3.2: DOORS, TRIM, & BASEBOARDS
- Brush-and-roll method for precision and durability, with airless spraying where applicable.
- Painting baseboards, crown molding, window trim, and other details with sharp, clean lines.
- Refinishing doors such as front doors, side doors, and closet doors for a smooth, professional look.
STEP 3.3: CABINETS & BUILT-IN FEATURES (if applicable)
- Painting or refinishing cabinets, shelving, and other built-in woodwork to achieve a factory-finish look.
- Spraying method used where applicable for a smooth, professional result.
STEP 4: FINAL TOUCHES & CLEANUP
- Inspecting all painted surfaces for imperfections or inconsistencies.
- Making necessary adjustments to ensure flawless results.
- Removing all protective coverings and carefully cleaning up any dust, paint drips, or debris.
- Ensuring the space is left neat and ready to use.
STEP 5: FINAL WALKTHROUGH
- Reviewing the completed project with the client to ensure satisfaction.
- Addressing any last-minute concerns or requests for minor touch-ups.
Find Out What Our Clients Say
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EXCELLENT Based on 50 reviews Cindy Vigil2025-12-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had our kitchen painted by H&S Brushworks Painting and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team did a wonderful job from start to finish—professional, punctual, and very detail-oriented. The quality of the work is excellent, and the kitchen looks fresh, clean, and completely transformed. They took great care to protect our space and left everything neat and tidy when they were done. I highly recommend H&S Brushworks Painting to anyone looking for top-quality work and great service! Mark Hampton2025-12-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional and lived up to all my excitation also completed job in less time than I thought ann morishita2025-12-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jonathan from H & S did a wonderful job on our interior painting of our house. I would definitely recommend them. Thank you Jonathan for making our painting experience easy. Rewa Olson2025-12-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They are professional painters. We are very pleased there work. And very nice people on top that. We are having more painting projects. They are the one for sure we will hire them to finish our projects. Adam Rivera2025-08-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a very good experience with H&S Brushworks Painting Inc. They kept me informed, came when they said they would and the time they said. The men did an excellent job of painting my wrought iron fence and gates, I am very please with their work. Would use them again when and if I need painting done at another time. Aseret Bibo2025-08-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently hired H & S Brushworks Painting to paint one of my business locations, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. From the start he was incredibly organized, clearly outlined everything in a well-prepared contract, and followed through exactly as promised. The work was completed on time, with great attention to detail, and the space was left clean and professional. Highly recommend to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality painting services. Enrique Leonardo2025-08-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Im very happy and satisfied with my exterior repaint by Johnathan and his team !! I Will definitely be using them again for any future projects that pop up Mark Sumpter2025-07-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great job !excellent work beyond just well done . My house 🏠 stands out it “pops” out on my street. The time they spent prepping it ,which it needed badly and never a rush at it. Jonathan was great to work with and very professional, if you want a great experience, and a professional job, not just a paint job use this company H & S. a 10 out of 10! Drake Cruz2025-07-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jonathan and his crew were nothing short of AMAZING! Their attention to detail was incredible. Their craftsmanship superb. We will def behind bringing him back for the next project in the near future! Lisa Fieg2025-07-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jonathan and his team did a wonderful job painting the interior of our home and on short notice! We will definitely be using them again for our next painting job!
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