{"id":5145,"date":"2018-06-28T14:10:39","date_gmt":"2018-06-28T02:10:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/?p=5145"},"modified":"2021-03-31T16:30:39","modified_gmt":"2021-03-31T03:30:39","slug":"painters-and-decorators-what-they-do-and-how-to-find-a-good-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/project-advice\/advice-painting-decorating\/painters-and-decorators-what-they-do-and-how-to-find-a-good-one.html","title":{"rendered":"Painters and Decorators – What They Do and How to Find a Good One"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Hiring a quality painter can feel like a daunting task, especially when it comes to a big project. But it needn’t be….<\/b><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

There’s a key step right at the beginning that can almost guarantee finding the perfect painter\/decorator <\/span> for your job, and that’s carrying out detailed research on any prospective tradesperson and their business.<\/p>\n

To help with this we have put together a list, using the help of one\u00a0of our P<\/span>ro tradesmen, John Quaid from JJ Painters and Decorators<\/a>,\u00a0that details<\/span>\u00a0key tasks a\u00a0painter\/decorator carries out and what research to do when looking to hire one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What They Do<\/b><\/h3>\n

Painters not only paint. Like many creative undertakings, the quality of the final product is determined in the care and time taken during the preparation stage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For this reason, a painter that puts a stronger\u00a0emphasis on the preparation stage is going to achieve a much more professional finish than one that doesn’t.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is an important thing to keep in mind when weighing up hiring a painter or doing it yourself. John, stresses that employing a professional is going to get a better result over DIY every time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As the old saying goes; if you want a professional job, hire a professional.<\/em><\/p>\n

Preparation includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  • Cleaning surfaces from dust and old wallpaper\/paint<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Plastering – smooth and even up surfaces<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Fixing and repair damage – cracks and holes <\/span><\/li>\n
  • Smooth out joins<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sanding<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Taping up\/masking<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Primer application<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Drop cloths and protective coverings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \"\"<\/p>\n

    After the preparation is done, a painter\/decorator will move onto the finishing coats or wallpaper.<\/p>\n

    Other strong skills a painter\/decorator needs:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    • A solid understanding of colour and paint types<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Extensive knowledge on how to prepare a multitude of surfaces, the correct products to use, and how to apply finishes<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Keeping up to date with new products, and techniques<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Offer expert advice on colour selection and finish type<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Calculate and source materials needed for the project <\/span><\/li>\n
    • Accurately cost jobs and provide quotes<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Good people and communication skills<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \"\"<\/p>\n

      How to Choose the Right Painter Decorator for Your Project?<\/b><\/h3>\n

      With the help of John, we have put together some key steps to choosing a professional painter. <\/span><\/p>\n

        \n
      1. Research and compile a list of painters and decorators in your area<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Research each one based on these attributes:<\/span>\n
          \n
        • Experience – years in the trade<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Qualifications – and whether they have any<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Association Membership – i.e., Master Painters New Zealand <\/span><\/li>\n
        • Reviews – check out reviews given by previous customers<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Ask to see examples of their work in person\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Narrow down to three and ask for a detailed written quote: <\/span>\n
            \n
          • Ask for a contract price rather than an hourly rate<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Ask them to specify how long it will take<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Make sure they visit the site in person<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Once you choose a tradesperson, confirm with them in writing the following:<\/span>\n
              \n
            • A definite start date and finish date<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Payment expectations<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Whats required of you to prepare the area<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

               <\/p>\n

              Take away: Gather all the information as you can about a tradesperson and their business\u00a0before hiring.<\/b><\/p>\n

               <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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