L.W. Winslow Painting, Inc.

Products And Services

• POWERWASHING & PRESSURE WASHING

  A pressure washer is a high pressure sprayer that can be used to remove loose paint, mold, grime, dust, mud and dirt from surfaces. The volume of a pressure washer is measured in gallons per minute. Powerwashers uses high volume and low pressure to clean surfaces. The pressure and applications for pressure washers and powerwashers can be adjusted by using various nozzles, pump sizes and guns. Chemical injectors or pump sprayers are used to administer or apply cleaning, bleaching and/or mold killing products. Pressure washers can be very powerful and dangerous if not used properly. Call a professional power washing service to discuss your needs. An experienced powerwashing service or professional powerwashing company will know the proper applicators, nozzles and equipment necessary for your project. Discuss your options and desired outcome with us, we'll let you know what procedures and products are necessary to get the job done.

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• DRYWALL REPAIR

  Drywall, also known as Plasterboard, Sheetrock, wallboard or Gypsum Wallboard is a panel made of gypsum plaster pressed between two thick sheets of paper. It is used to make interior walls and ceilings. Sheets are usually 4 feet by 8 feet and come in thicknesses ranging from 3/8", 1/2" and 5/8". Drywall can be secured to the wall or ceiling studs with drywall nails, screws or drywall clips or stops. The seams are concealed using joint or fibre tape and several layers of joint compound (also called mud or spackle). Joint compound is also applied to all screw or nail holes. The entire wall or ceiling may be given a "skim coat" of joint or finishing compound to provide a smooth, finished surface. Water Damage and Mold Growth on Drywall: Drywall is extremely pourous substance that supports the growth of mold and is easily damaged by exposure to water. Water will cause drywall to swell and disintegrate -- requiring replacement. In areas that are expected to have a high humidity or exposure to water; i.e. kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms, Greenboard or cement board is used. If water damage does occur, the area should be cut out, new sheetrock installed, spackled, primed and painted.

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  DOOR & WINDOW SCREENING

  Professional restoration of window and door screens: Remoe existing screening, remove staples. Sand, fill, prime and paint frames OR Sand, fill, stain and poly seal frames. Install new screening (see below), reinstall any trim or moldings, install hardware & rehang. Screening comes in many varities: Fiberglass, Black Aluminum, Brite Aluminum, Charcoal Aluminum, Bronze, Pet resistant screen, sun screen, solar shade screening. Let us help you with your next window and door screen repair or restoration.

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• FURNITURE AND CABINET FINISHING

  High Quality commercial and residencial custom shop finishes available -- cabinetry and furniture finishing and refinishing, priming and/or complete pre-finishing of windows, doors and trim for new construction projects. Furniture and Cabinet finishes: Existing finishes can be chemically stripped or sanded to prep for new fnishes. Professionally prepped, filled, primed and finish coated or stained and sealed with polyurethane or hand rubbed wax finishes. Custom Sprayed Shop Finishes: High quality sprayed finishes are applied by our experienced painters in our commercial shop in Wainscott or at your site. Flat, Satin, Semigloss or High gloss finishes can be applied. Custom color matches available as well. Custom Patina & metal finishes: Our craftsman are trained in quality custom and spray finishes for metal -- furniture, fixtures, railings and more.

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• FAUX PAINTING FINISHES

  Faux Painting or Faux Finishes are terms used to describe a wide range of deorative stain and paint techniques. The term comes from the French word faux -- meaning false. These Faux finish technques started as ways to replicate more expensive or high quality materials such as marble, faux wood, texture, plaster using various paint products and techniques. Faux finishing, Faux Painting, Faux effects have been around for centuries; but hae gained popularity in the last several decades. Mordern Day Faux Finishes include to main processes: glaze work and Plaster work. Glaze finishes are the application of a translucent or transparent finish over a basecoat using various brushes, rollers, sponges, combs and mimic a miriad of textures. Plaster work can be tinted, painted or washed over and is usually applied with trowels, knives or spatulas. Marbleizing or faux marbling is used to make walls and furniture look like real marble. This can be done using either plaster or glaze techniques Graining, wood graining, or faux bois (French for "fake wood") is often used to imitate exotic or hard-to-find wood varieties. Trompe l'oeil, "trick the eye" in French, is a realistic painting technique often used in murals, and to create architectural details. Venetian plaster is a smooth and often shiny plaster design that appears textured but is smooth to the touch. Venetian plaster is one of the most popular and traditional plaster decorations. Color wash is a free-form finish that creates subtle variations of color using multiple hues of glaze blended together with a paint brush. Strié, from the French for 'stripe' or 'streak', is a glazing technique that creates soft thin streaks of color using a paint brush. It is a technique often used to simulate fabrics such as linen and denim. Rag painting or ragging is a glazing technique using twisted or bunched up rags to create a textural pattern.

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• INTERIOR PAINT FINISHES

  INTERIOR PAINT TERMS & DEFINITIONS It just takes a little imagination and a coat of paint to turn any room in your home into a masterpiece. There are a myriad of colors, textures, sheens and paint finishes to choose from. With proper tools, preparation, an experienced interior painter can transform your room, your home, your office or nearly any space. Preparation -- Start with a clean surface: Clean with soap and water, or bleach if necessary to remove dirt, mildew or any residues. Remove all fixtures, switchplates, wallhangings, etc. Sand and prep the surface for finishes. Spackle holes, ding or dents to create a smooth even surface. Prime with quality interior primers to seal. After priming your walls, ceilings or trim will be ready for your desired paint finishes. Supplies and Tools: Damp cloth, screwdriver, painter's tape, paint scraper, putty knife, sandpaper or steel wood, brushes, rollers & roller frame, paint tray and liner, plastic, tape, drop cloths. Paint Brushes come in various types and sized and should be chosen with a specific project in mind -- a small 1-2 inch brush -- flat or angles for small or tight areas and a larger 4 or 5 inch brush for larger areas. Roller thicknesses also vary according to the project at hand. The standard roller is 9 inches wide with smaller rollers available as small as 4 inches and larger rollers available as wide as 18 inches. Paint Techniques: Brush Finish, Rolled finish, hand rubbed finish, Faux Finishes, Custom Spray Finishes. Primers & Paint: Choosing the proper product, finish, sheen and color can be a daunting task. Ask your professional interior house painter to help. What finish is best?? Latex or Acrylic, Oil Base, Lacquer, Low VOC or "Green" paints??? Flat, satin, eggshell or high gloss finishes. Your licensed painting contractor or local paint supply profession can help. Properly Painted Surface: A properly painted surface is described as: "One that is uniform in appearance, color and sheen. It is one that is free of forein material, lumps, skins, runs, sags, holidays, misses or strike-through marks. It is a surface which is free of drips, spatters, spills or overspray. Criteria for a properly painted surface shall be determined when viewed without magnification at a distance of five feet under normal lighting.

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• EXTERIOR PAINTING -- RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL

  The right paint and color will not only protect the exterior of your home; but it can also help you express your personal sense of style, improve the "curb appeal" of your property and in some cases, increase the value of your home. Preparing to Paint: Remove as many items as you can: shutters, house numbers, fixtures, outdoor furniture or any items that may by in the way. Protect any landscape plantings or items that can't be removed by covering them up with drop cloths. Also drop out any decks, flooring or surfaces to be protected. The surface must be clean and free of any flaking, peeling or existing failed finishes. Be sure to clean (an option is to power wash), repair (fill in holes or cracks with caulk), and prime all surfaces before painting your house's exterior. Tools & Supplies: Exterior paint projects may require the use of ladders, scaffold and/or in some cases professional lifts. Brushes, rollers, stain applicators and spray systems come in a wide variety of sizes and types -- specific for the project @ hand; ask an experienced exterior painting contractor for help. Primer Coat: Be sure to prime any bare wood, filler or spackle to seal prior to painting. Exterior Paint Finishes: Ask your local exterior painting contractor or paint supply professional to help you choose the proper finishes. Paint finishes are available in a wide variety of finish, type and sheen; i.e. acrylic, latex, oil base or stain finish -- transparent, semi-transparent, semi-solid and solid finishes. Products are formulated specifically for use on decks, sidewalls, roofs and/or trim. Choose the proper product for the job. Exterior Wood Stains, Deck stains, wood stains, Cabots Stains, Behr Exteiror Fnishes, Fence stain colors, Cedar Fence stains, Wood Deck stains, Minwax stains, Sikkens Deck and wall finishes, Sikkens window & Door finishes, Best Deck Stain, Deck Stains and Sealers, Best Exterior Paint, Properly Painted Surface: A properly painted surface is described as: "One that is uniform in appearance, color and sheen. It is one that is free of forein material, lumps, skins, runs, sags, holidays, misses or strike-through marks. It is a surface which is free of drips, spatters, spills or overspray. Criteria for a properly painted surface shall be determined when viewed without magnification at a distance of five feet under normal lighting. Properly painted surface:

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