What a painting conversation covers
- Which rooms, and whether walls, ceilings, trim and doors are all included.
- Current wall condition: nail holes, cracks, stains or peeling.
- Color changes — dark-to-light changes often need extra coats.
- Sheen preferences for each surface.
- Furniture, flooring and belongings that need protecting.
Sheen and humidity
Georgia humidity puts steady moisture into bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens. A finish that tolerates moisture and cleaning is usually a better fit there. Read choosing paint sheen for Georgia homes for more.
Stains and odors
Water stains, smoke and some older finishes can bleed through new paint unless the right primer is used. If a stain is from a leak, the leak should be fixed first.
Older homes
Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint under newer layers. Sanding or scraping that paint requires lead-safe work practices. If your home is that age, mention it.
Prep is part of the job
Small holes and cracks are often handled as part of painting. Larger damage may need drywall patching first.
Common questions
What sheen should I use in a bathroom?
Bathrooms and kitchens usually do better with a sheen that tolerates moisture and cleaning, such as satin or semi-gloss. Flat finishes hide flaws but are harder to wipe down.
Do I need to move furniture?
Discuss it with Trey. Who moves furniture and what stays in the room should be agreed before the day of the work.
Where TLC Repairs offers interior painting
Based in LaGrange and serving communities within about 30 miles, including: