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The Importance of Interviewing Painting Companies

Val Abram
Painting your home, whether you’re doing it after building a new space or if you’re just trying to liven up your house, is a great way to make a big impact with relatively little money. However, if you’re like most people, the idea of painting your home yourself isn’t one you relish, and likely one…

Why Not DIY?

Val Abram
Painting your home on your own is possible. However that doesn’t mean it’s a cost-effective project for you to take on. You’ll still have all of the paint costs and you’ll likely need to hire help unless you can take two weeks off work or happen to have a group of friends that wants to…

Minor Drywall Repair

Val Abram
Uh oh, your recliner just hit the wall and left a noticeable dip or small tear in the drywall.  Now what should you do?  The good news is this is an easy fix as long as the damage is fairly small, leaving some or most of the drywall in the back of the damage rather…

12 Easy Steps to Painting a Room

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Remove any fixtures, such as nails, picture hooks, and light switch covers. Place drop cloths on floors and over anything that must stay in the room, such as large pieces of furniture. Wash walls with a soapy solution (a small amount of detergent in a bucket of warm water) to get rid of any dust.…

Paint Finishes

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We are often asked, what kind of paint finish, or sheen, should I use when painting the interior walls of my home or business?  The answer depends on what walls you plan to paint and the condition of the surface. A degree of gloss is useful in creating a nice finish, while adding protection to…

Using the Right Tools

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Paintbrushes – Which type is best: Use a nylon-bristle brush for water-based paint and natural bristles for oil-based paint. Do not use natural bristles with water–based paint, the water can make the bristles limp. Foam brushes are good for intricate work such as painting molding or window casings. These brushes usually last for only one use…

Dresser

Abram's Painting
Before and after pictures of a dresser/vanity in a customer’s bedroom to match the walls we painted in the bedroom. Thanks to the Riggin family for allowing us to help beautify your living environment. [vc_single_image image=”163″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”appear”][vc_single_image image=”162″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” css_animation=”appear”]

Crown Molding

Abram's Painting
We just finished repainting and adding new crown molding around the ceiling to 3 rooms in this very nice country home. Yes, we also do crown molding! [vc_images_carousel images=”156,157,158″ img_size=”full”]

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Abram’s Painting
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 717-1641