Your house should be a place where you can truly unwind and recharge after your day. You come home, kick off your shoes, and pick a room to settle in. Which one is your favorite? Maybe the family room is, because there’s a comfy place to relax and you’re surrounded by mementoes of special times… Read more »
Beautifying Your Home, From the Inside-Out
Posted: June 1, 2016
Tags: House Painting, Interior
Colorado Springs Hail Damage to House Paint
Posted: March 14, 2017
As a homeowner in Colorado Springs, you are probably well aware of our yearly battle with hail. From April to September storms accompanied by hail can cause costly damage to your home and leave it exposed to further damage down the line. Yes, your home is built to withstand the elements, but what happens when… Read more »
Tags: Hail Damage, House Painting
Cost For Exterior House Painting in Denver
Posted: April 3, 2015
Whats the cost for exterior house painting in Denver? It’s a common question we get all the time, so you are not alone in wondering. How much would you charge to paint my house by square feet? What does the average house cost to paint? Is there a way for me to calculate the cost… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
House Painting in Denver
Posted: February 25, 2017
Denver house painting, specifically exterior painting in Denver requires a professional painter that is truly in a league of their own. Due to Denver’s rich history, diversity, and local vibrancy you can find loads of different styles of homes all intermingling with each other on a single street. This means finding a painter in Denver… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
2020 Interior Color Trends
Posted: January 29, 2020
The biggest decision when it comes to interior painting comes down to the color. It all depends on the lighting, shape/ size of the room, furniture, etc. We all know a good gray has been tending for the past few years- Agreeable Gray, etc. See our past blog to find the perfect shade and suggestions…. Read more »
Tags: 2020, colors trending, COTY2020, Free Estimate, House Painting, Interior, interior painting, mustard yellow, pastel, Sherwin WIlliams, Vivax Pros
It’s Fall, Y’all!
Posted: October 16, 2019
It’s that time of year again, the Colorado air is crisp and the leaves are changing. That means the holidays are just around the corner. Freshen up your walls before the cold weather and show off your updated spaces to your family and friends. This year has been all about warm and mellow tones. Sherwin… Read more »
Tags: Cavern Clay by Sherwin William, fall 2019 interior paint colors, Free Estimate, House Painting, Interior, local colorado paint company, paint estimate, Sherwin WIlliams, Vivax Pros
Paint Colors Advice – Don’t Wait to Paint the House!
Posted: March 16, 2015
It’s August which means that painting season is in full swing! Summer seems like the ideal time to get outside and give the exterior of your home a little TLC but that doesn’t mean you should neglect the interior of your home! It’s the perfect time to reorganize and refresh for the coming change in… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
Painting and Dealing With the HOA: Part 2 – Color Approval
Posted: August 20, 2010
Some helpful pointers and things you should know about color approval: – Just because your neighbor was approved for the colors, doesn’t mean you will be. One example of this may be if a house to your left, right, behind or in front of you has the color scheme you want, there’s a chance you… Read more »
Tags: HOA Approval, House Painting, Paint Color
Prep NOW to Avoid the Headaches Later
Posted: July 30, 2010
If you have the itch to get out there and do some house painting on your own, you’d better make sure you know what you’re doing! And it all starts with the prep work. A fair metaphor for painting prep work: A strong prep job for painting is what a strong education is to a… Read more »
Tags: House Painting, Prepping House
Recommended Tools for Painting Your House
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Paint Scraper, Putty Knife, Sandpaper/Sanding Block, Stiff Brush, Power Washer, Ladders, Sprayer Spray vs Brush Method of Application: Jeremiah Owen of Vivax Pro Painting, also known as Hey Paint Guy, says it depends on the type of surface. “Cedar for instance is porous and has linear grains so you’ll want to brush or spray and… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
Spot it Early: How to Know When to Paint your Home
Posted: March 15, 2016
Here at Vivax, we believe that the first step to fixing a problem, is learning about it. We take great pride in our work and although it may sound silly, we find that a thorough knowledge of products, processes and our client’s needs have allowed us to be successful. Likewise, we make it our job… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
Spring Cleaning: Preparing your Home for Warmer Weather
Posted: January 4, 2016
After the busy holiday season and celebrating a new year, warmer weather is on the horizon! As spring approaches, now is a great time to start planning for exterior paint projects. We encourage homeowners to asses their homes to see the condition of both paint and siding. Vivax wants to give you a quick checklist… Read more »
Tags: House Painting, Prepping House
Take Advantage of the Winter – Plan Now
Posted: November 5, 2018
Painting season is over but it doesn’t mean the planning is. Spring time seems like a great time to get the paint estimates started and get the ball rolling but it’s actually too late to accomodate your timeline by then. We start scheduling during the winter months so that way homeowners can get a head… Read more »
Tags: Discounts, Free Estimate, House Painting, Planning
To Paint or Not to Paint, That is the Question
Posted: July 30, 2010
You’ve explored the art of painting. You’ve exhausted yourself searching the internet for “How-to” videos. And you’ve walked the outside of the house scratching your head in anticipation of painting on your own. You’re next thought: Forget it, I’m bringing in a pro. No big deal, you’ve decided that the value of your time in… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
Two Things That Make an Impact on Whether or Not to Paint Yourself
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Painting is the quickest and most affordable way to add value to your home. Do you do it yourself, or hire a pro? 1. Money. Have you considered all the necessary costs? Tools in addition to the paint (not discounted) brings the job close to 50% of what you can hire a painter for. Pro’s… Read more »
Tags: House Painting, Paint Color
Use Technology Whenever You Can! Hello iPad
Posted: August 25, 2010
Recently our technology treat has been the iPad. Wow, what a difference this mini computer can make for a business. For those who aren’t familiar with mini computer, Apple says it’s, “The best way to experience the web, email, photos, and video. Hands down.” Whether that’s the case or not, it’s definitely going to be… Read more »
Tags: House Painting
Welcome to the Roaring 2020s…
Posted: January 15, 2020
Welcome to the Roaring 2020s. Sherwin Williams has declared Naval as their 2020 Color of the Year!
Tags: 2020, accent wall, cotm2020, COTY2020, gold accents, home improvement, House Painting, Interior, interior painting, naval, navy blue walls, paint, Paint Color, Sherwin WIlliams, Vivax Pros