Stain-to-Paint Service -8 Step Process

One of A & J painting’s specialties is painting stained woodwork, paneling and cabinets. We use a 8 step process on all stain-to-paint projects to ensure coverage, consistency and quality.

Stain-to-Paint process - 8 Step Process

Step 1 Cleaning
Step2 Protect Property
Step 3 Sanding
Step 4 Caulking
Step 5 Priming
Step 6 Cleaning
Step 7 Application
Step 8 Touch-up

Step 1 Cleaning
All surfaces to be painted should be thoroughly cleaned and prepared. This step helps new paint to adhere to the existing surface and removes waxes, oils and protectants.
Step2 Protect Property
All areas in your home, including flooring, wallpaper, furnishings, etc. will be protected from start to finish by drop cloths or poly plastic. The preparation will include the removal of switch plates, vents and the filling of all nail holes.
Step 3 Sanding
Stained surfaces will be lightly sanded for maintenance and cosmetic consideration. Residue will be wiped clean.
Step 4 Caulking
All cracks along door jams, baseboards and crown molding will be caulked.
Step 5 Priming
Primer will be applied. This step helps to prevent future peeling and stain bleed-through.
Step 6 Cleaning
Once the primer is completely dry, the new surface will be lightly sanded a second time, re-caulked and spackled. Residue will be wiped clean.
Step 7 Application
Finish coat will be applied with care to ensure appropriate and uniform coverage and consistency.
Step 8 Touch-up
Only quality materials will be used. Work will be done in a neat and professional manner by skilled crafts people who are polite, friendly and work efficiently. Work area will be neat and presentable. All excess paint will be removed and the entire work area will be clean and organized. Touch-up paint will be labeled and left for your future convenience.