Five Star Painting Franchise

Painting is a necessity. Every property needs to be painted to preserve and to protect its appeal and value. Franchising in the painting industry is something you should really consider. It is estimated at nearly $100 billion annually and is one of the oldest and largest industries in America. It is not difficult to understand why; with ever changing trends, homeowners and business owners are regularly changing the interior and exterior paint colors of their homes and businesses. The result is a stable and growing industry.

The residential and commercial painting markets are a vast and perpetuating market. With the first-time homebuyer stimulus package, homebuyers can use the tax credit to freshen up the home with some new paint. As interior designs have changed over the decade, it is important for businesses to keep their offices fresh and up-to-date in order to keep good business.

Franchising represents one of the largest economic drivers in the Unites States today. The franchise model attracts entrepreneurs from all walks of life looking to take advantage of Five Star Painting’s years of experience in the painting industry. More than ever, there is a demand for a powerhouse trusted national brand that delivers on quality, service and value – Five Star Painting.

To learn more about Five Star Painting Franchising, click here or call 1-866-965-STAR.

Have you heard?? The new EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Law regarding lead-based paint went into effect on April 22, 2010. The law affects any contractor, property owner, or manager, etc. who disturbs paint on residential and commercial properties built prior to 1978 where the presence of children is likely. If you are: Home Improvement Contractors, Landlords, Property Managers, Apartment Maintenance Staff, Renovators, Remodeling Contractors, Electricians, Plumbers, Painters, Carpenters, Restoration Companies, or “anyone” whose work disturbs paint . . . then you’ll need to comply with the new law or face heavy fines.

Common renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.

 Contractors must use lead-safe work practices and follow these three simple procedures:

• Contain the work area
• Minimize dust
• Clean up thoroughly

To learn more about it this new law, go to the EPA website. Individuals can become certified renovators by taking an eight-hour training course from an EPA-approved training provider visit Safe Objectives. Cost for the renovation class is about $200 and the cost for the firm application is about $300 to be registered with the EPA.

If you have any questions, please call Five Star Painting 1-866-965-STAR.

In 1978, contractors in the United States finally recognized the dangers of using lead-based paints. Although that especially toxic element made for a long-lasting paint job and lead-based paints were available in a bright array of colors that were fashionable in the 60’s and 70’s, it’s now thought of as best to lean away from those sorts of paints; in fact, it’s best to not just lean away from it, but to maybe start running full sprint. So what happens when the paint in your older home starts fading and/or chipping? You should just start stripping it right away, yeah?

Seriously? Did you eat paint chips as a kid?

That sort of job really needs to be left to the professionals. And hey, guess what? We’re as pro as they come. We’ll strip that lead away and leave you with a freshly painted wall, sans the toxic waste.

As a side note, don’t be concerned if you’re lead-based paint job is still in good condition; it’s only a worry if it’s starting to peel or chip. Of course, why wait for it to be hazardous before you finally remedy the situation?

You’ve got to be wondering at this point: why did we ever use lead in the first place? It was always a known toxin, right?

Well, obviously, the negative health effects weren’t fully understood. In the early 20th century, paint was commonly mixed with lead and other various forms of metal to prevent flaking while also easily fighting off the bleaching effects of the sun’s rays. It resists mildew and mold, is anti-corrosive (so stuff painted with lead can resist rust) and last but not least: the stuff is super cheap nowadays.

The thing is, even in small doses, the stuff is ghastly. It can cause reproductive problems in adults and when children come into contact with it, behavioral and learning problems may develop, among many others in the list of potential maladies. As early as the 18th century, Benjamin Franklin was warning others about the potential harms of lead ingestion (it was a common folk remedy in various doses and forms). In the 19th century, painters were known to advertise their various forms of lead-free paints, and then finally in 1978 it became illegal for more than .06% of the poisonous matter to be used in residential structures, hospitals and children’s structures. Although lead is still frequently used in various forms of paint, its use has been decreased dramatically. Most paint contains the much safer alternative: zinc.

If your home needs renovation to remove lead-based paint products, give Five Star Painting a call 1-866-965-STAR. We’d love to make your home a safer place.

Everyone has a favorite color. So what is your favorite color to paint a room? Now that its spring and summer is around the corner, there are so many bright colors that come into mind. What emotions does the color of your room cause?

The main color of your room can have an effect on your mood. These colors can make you feel anything from peaceful to furious. So when trying to create peace and harmony in your home choose your colors wisely. Ancient cultures used colors for therapeutic reasons – to heal the body known at Chromotherapy.

Some colors work best in certain rooms. Some are not good to use in any room of your house. Here is a list of colors that can give you more of an idea at color psychology and chromotherapy. It is helpful to learn which colors to use and which ones to avoid.

Red

Feelings of anger can result in sitting in a red room for periods of time. This color will eliminate any peace and harmony you are trying to create in your home. Ancient cultures used the color red to stimulate the body and mind to increase circulation.

Blue

You can have a more calming effect when the color blue is present. Choose lighter shades of blue for a room because darker blues evoke sadness. Softer shades will give you a warm and calming effect. Blue was used by ancient cultures to treat pain.

Green

This also has a calming effect and it believed to relieve stress by helping people relax. It is a great color for a bedroom.

Orange

If you want more energy and excitement in your home or in certain rooms, paint it orange. It is perfect for an exercise room. It has so much enthusiasm, it can help you bring out all the emotions you need when exercising. In ancient cultures orange was used to heal the lungs and increase energy levels.

Yellow

It might not be a good idea to have yellow in the main color scheme for a room. Even though it is a cheery color, people are most likely to lose their tempers in a yellow room. Yellow is the most fatiguing on the eyes. In chromotherapy yellow was believed to stimulate the nerves and purify the body.

White

White can make a room appear spacious but it also makes the room seem unfriendly. So when going with white add color accents in the room, such as colorful pillows, rugs, furniture, etc. White is also described as cold, bland and sterile.

Some colors work best in certain rooms, while others are not good to use in any room of your house. If you are having a hard time deciding what colors to paint your home, please give Five Star Painting a call for a FREE estimate 1-866-965-STAR.

If you go to Yahoo! Answers and ask about re-painting your guitar, most of the users will encourage you not to. If you do, they’ll plead with you to ensure that you get the painting done by a professional who knows how to properly handle the wooden instrument. Painting, and all of the prep work behind it, can add a completely different layer of sound to a room; it can alter it, remove certain qualities and certainly magnify others.

Acoustic guitarists know how imperative sound quality is in creating the proper ambiance: isn’t your home as important?

Not everyone is concerned about the acoustics of their room; usually musicians of some variant or another are the only ones interested in maintaining favorable acoustics. However, if you’ve ever lived in the bottom floor of an apartment complex, you understand that sound barriers certainly make a difference.

Different varieties of paint can significantly alter the sound quality of a room.  and specialized acoustic paints tend to insulate a room further and can increase the privacy available in any given room. Since Five Star Painting usually favors latex-based paints, it seems we can now offer that slight boost towards a more secure room. A fair amount of people unfortunately discount this method, referencing it as another example of the cliché “snake oil” metaphor; however, several knowledgeable sources subsequently disagree. Although it is not a substitute for full acoustic treatment, it can enhance the sound protection and to some small extent, the sound quality of a room.

Five Star Painting allows you to choose the kind of paint you’d like to use. The next time you need to paint your home, be sure to choose a latex-based paint or specialized acoustic paint if an increase in sound privacy is something you’re interested in. Give us a call 1-866-965-STAR.

The color of a room initiates the ambiance that you’re looking for. That being the case, it can be a little tricky to pin down the color you really want to represent certain rooms in your home. Of course there are many aspects that go into that final decision; unfortunately, a lot of people overlook one crucial aspect of that chromatic and dramatic decision.

Paint color is a pigment; pigment color is technically defined as a material that changes the wavelengths of reflected light as the result of selective absorption. Considering that, it follows the lighting schemes and other various impacts that light could have on your room.

Lighting is just as integral a setting as color when it comes to the design of a room; however, it can be extremely difficult to re-wire an entire room just for lighting. Most of us just have to work with what we’ve got. A fresh coat of paint is a seamless and easy way to brighten a room or transform it easily into that calm oasis you’ve always wanted to get away to.

You’ll also want to contemplate light placement when observing the friendship between light and color. If you want your new lovely paint job to take center stage, directly placing the walls literally in the spotlight is a good call. However, if you’d prefer your paint to be a little more humble than that, a dim lighting throughout the room can softly emphasize your intended focus.

If there are windows in the room, you’ll definitely want to take that into consideration, especially when choosing your new paint tone. You don’t want a color that washes out when the bright, beautiful sun comes streaming through your open window. On the other hand, whatever color you choose remains with you during night hours as well; you probably don’t want a color that punches you in the face when you’re alone with it and it is dark outside.

Of course, in the end, your choice in color comes down to personal taste and, perhaps, the fashion of the time. Choosing a paint color for your home or apartment can be difficult, but with the expertise Five Star Painting team on your side, anything is possible! Call us for a FREE estimate 1-866-965-STAR.

Five Star Painting of Utah County had the opportunity to paint a Habitat for Humanity home. It was a great experience to participant in and to serve others.

Here are a few captured shots while painting:

If interested in getting a FREE estimate on residential homes or commercial buildings, please call Five Star Painting at 1-866-965-STAR.

When there are roller marks on the wall, it is from the unintentional textured pattern left in the paint by the roller. This can happen from using the roller incorrectly or having the wrong roller cover. This is what it can look like:

The following are appropriate roller cover types and nap sizes to use for specific paints:

• Latex paints use synthetic fiber covers
• Alkyd/oil paints use lambs’ wool, mohair, or other natural fiber covers.
• Smooth surfaces: flats and satins use 3/8″ covers; semi-gloss and gloss use 1/4″ covers.
• Textured surfaces: (depending on the texture) 1/2″, 3/4″, or longer.

Good quality rollers ensure adequate film thickness and uniformity. When using latex paints, pre-dampen the rollers with water and shake out any excess water. Condition the paint by soaking it in the paint for about five minutes prior to painting. Try not to let the paint build up on the ends of the rollers. Also, be sure to sand and buff out any rough areas before painting.

For more questions regarding how to avoid roller marks, please visit Sherwin Williams website or give Five Star Painting a call 1-866-965-STAR.

Starting a business with nothing can be intimidating. Those who can relate to this will agree that having support helps you succeed. But, how can we succeed in the face of recession and VCs laughing at the very idea? Bootstrapping it – making smart decisions and never lose focus on the end product and the buyer. Find clever ways to bootstrap, no matter what your business is. Running a business is all about believing in yourself. Check out a previous post about the motivation of an entrepreneur.

If you think something is a good idea, don’t let yourself get talked out of it. Apply common sense and try not to let naysayers get to your head. If you feel something is a bad idea, keep your eye on it. To keep your business goals on track, you need to research your business idea to the max. Try not to plow ahead without taking the time to thoroughly plan and research. Be sure to trust your instincts when you want to succeed because you don’t want to overlook that first feeling of discomfort.

There are three different customers you will need to think about in relation to your idea. Purchasers – those who make the decision. Influencers – the organization who decide on the purchasing decision. End users – the person who directly interacts with your service or product.

Starting your dream company with nothing can be frightening, but it is possible with a few crafty moves and keeping your eye on the prize. Figure out where to save and how to bootstrap can mean the difference between the smell of success and the sourness of defeat. Let your natural instincts lead the way to success.

To learn more about starting a business, go here or give Five Star Painting a call at 1-866-965-STAR.

When kids live in a home, the walls are bound to get a few marks and scuffs. Accidents and experiments happen. Parents, take a deep breath. You may not prevent kids from spoiling your furniture, but you can likely repair the damage.

Save Left-Over Paint, Wallpaper, and Carpeting

When removing marks from the walls, some come off fine and others will remove the paint or wallpaper with it. In cases like these, parents will be grateful that they saved those cans of left-over paint or extra rolls of wallpaper. One important tip parents will want to remember when painting over a stain is to first use a primer. This will prevent the mark from bleeding through the new coat.

When Repainting, Go With Glossy

If you don’t have left-over paint and the store can’t match a paint chip to do a touch up, you’ll need to find a creative way to hide it the stain, or think about repainting the room. One silver lining to this dark cloud might be in nipping future marks in the bud. Instead of redecorating with more wallpaper or repainting with matte or satin, parents can try painting with a high-gloss finish. They’ll love the way marks, food, and whatever else their kids dish out next time wipes away with cleaner and a wet cloth.

Remodeling? Paint your walls with oil paint, a surface from which crayon can be easily cleaned. For new art supplies, go with soap-based crayons. To rid ink stains from the walls, wipe ink marks with bleach.

Consider painting a large area of your child’s bedroom with chalkboard paint. This gives children a big creative space where they won’t get into trouble when drawing on the walls. It turns out really cute too!

How to Remove Crayon from the Walls

To remove crayon from painted walls and wallpaper that you can scrub, put baking soda on crayon stains and scrubbing them clean with a wet toothbrush, as well as mixing dishwasher detergent and water and rubbing the solution with a damp sponge. Another great way is to put a blow dryer on it to melt the wax and remove with a damp washcloth.

Only allow young children to use washable art materials, such as markers, tempera and watercolor paint. It will save you a lot of headaches.

If you need help taking care of this problem, give Five Star Painting a call and we can help you out 1-866-965-7827.