Painting Advice for Northern Virginia Homeowners
Straight answers about prep, timing, color and cost, from a contractor who has been doing this around Vienna since 2002.
DIY vs Professional Exterior Painting in Falls Church
Considering DIY exterior painting in Falls Church? We compare real costs, time, and results so you can make the right call for…
Nov 2, 2026 · Read →
Deck and Siding Refinishing in Vienna: Step by Step
A clear checklist for deck and siding refinishing in Vienna, covering prep, timing, material choices, and what to inspect before winter arrives.
Oct 26, 2026 · Read →
How to Prepare Your Home for Interior Painting in Tysons
A step-by-step guide to prepping your Tysons home for interior painting in Tysons. Fred General Painting shares 24 years of preparation advice.
Oct 12, 2026 · Read →
Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing in Springfield: One Job
Follow a typical kitchen cabinet refinishing in Springfield job from first call to final coat. Real steps, timeline, and decisions from a…
Oct 5, 2026 · Read →
Exterior Painting in Great Falls: Questions We Hear Every Day
Real answers to the questions homeowners ask most about exterior painting in Great Falls. From prep to warranties, straight talk from a…
Sep 21, 2026 · Read →
Common Mistakes in Deck and Siding Refinishing in Alexandria
Avoid the costly errors Alexandria homeowners make with deck and siding refinishing. Fred General Painting shares what goes wrong and how to…
Sep 14, 2026 · Read →
Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing in McLean: A Local Guide
Kitchen cabinet refinishing in McLean requires navigating HOA approvals, neighborhood norms, and busy schedules. What to expect from a contractor who works…
Sep 3, 2026 · Read →
Wood Rot on Trim and Siding, and the Price of Waiting
Rot is not an event. It is a slow process that begins somewhere you cannot see, and the paint failing on the…
Aug 16, 2026 · Read →
Paint Sheens Explained, Room by Room
Sheen is the decision homeowners spend the least time on and regret the most. Color is taste. Sheen is function, and picking…
Aug 16, 2026 · Read →
Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets vs Replacing Them
Refinishing is the cheaper path most of the time. But there are kitchens where it is the wrong answer, and a painter…
Aug 16, 2026 · Read →