Paint & Wall Coverings
Many builders, designers and DIY experts say that painting is one of the easiest tasks for a homeowner to handle. But plenty of prep work, elbow grease and finesse are involved, and if you don’t have the time, ability or inclination to complete a painting job, hiring a professional is the way to go. Plus, speciality paint treatments, wallpaper and other wall coverings, such as grass cloth, are tricky. Your home may need help from a pro to make any of those happen.

What Does a Paint and Wall Covering Contractor Do?

Paint and wall covering contractors are experts in the specs, application and removal of paint, wallpaper and other wall coverings. They can help you choose the paint color and finish, wallpaper style or specialty covering that best suits the needs of your home, whether the job is for the interior or exterior. In addition, they can strip off old paint or paper and prepare surfaces through sanding, skim coating and other processes. Many can handle decorative paint treatments and materials such as plaster.

A paint and wall covering contractor might work closely with interior designers, builders and others, too. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of paint & wall coverings: Interior Designers & Decorators, Artists and Artisans, Window Treatments, Carpet and Flooring.

Questions to ask a prospective paint and wall covering contractor:

• How long have you been in the business?
• How many projects like mine have you completed?
• May I see examples of previous projects?
• Who will be working on the project? Are the workers employees or subcontractors?
• What training and licensing do you have?
• Can you provide me with references?
• How do you charge, and what does that include?
• Can you give me a written estimate?
• When can this job get done?
• What happens when the cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
• What will I need to provide?
• Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?

Find a paint and wall covering contractor on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to paint and wall coverings. You can also look through photos to find examples of paint jobs and wall coverings that you like, then contact the professional who worked on them.