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Industrial Painting and Coatings Oregon

October 18, 2011 By

Industrial Painting Oregon

Smith and Company Industrial Painting and Coatings in Oregon

Contact Us at 503-472-4334

For over 50 years we have specialized in residential and industrial painting and specialty coatings throughout Oregon. Our services include both interior and exterior with extensive knowledge and experience using many decorative and functional coatings for are a variety of surfaces.

Surfaces we work with go way beyond typical woodwork. We work with steel, concrete and masonry, drywall and stucco.

Facilities include

  • Industrial Buildings
  • Steel Stairways, steel pipe and buildings
  • Concrete Block Buildings
  • Tilt Wall Builds
  • Brick Exteriors
  • Office Buildings
  • Retail Centers
  • Hospital and Medical
  • Wineries- Barrel and tasting rooms
  • Graffiti removal and prevention

Additional Industrial Painting and Coatings

  • Masonry Sealers
  • Waterproofing
  • Concrete floor coatings
  • Interior concrete walls and ceilings
  • Steel pipes and vents
  • Metal Roof painting
  • Zero VOC paints
  • Latex & Oil paints
  • Epoxy Coatings
  • Polyurethane

We are a fully licensed and insured industrial and residential painting company with an extensive track record and references of jobs completed. We have a complete portfolio of projects we can share with you.

We provide technical and customer service training for all our employees. Every employee has been background and drug tested ensuring that you can expect high integrity professionals working at your facility.

We provide industrial painting services in the area from McMinnville to Portland Oregon and neighboring local towns.

Our capabilities range from 500 – 20,000 square foot floors and buildings from 1,000 – 50,000 square feet including interior and exteriors, roofing and ceilings.

We also help many clients prepare bid sheets for contractors competitive bidding. We feel this is an important part of the process for each client ensuring that every contractor bids on the exact same scope of work. Detailed and accurate bid sheets typically result in close bidding which will help you find the right contractor for your industrial painting and coating projects.

Contact us to view your project and for free quotes at 503-472-4334

Industrial Painting Oregon

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Home Painting Company McMinnville Oregon

October 10, 2011 By

Smith Home Painting Company Oregon

Home Painting By Smith and Company McMinnville Oregon

We are a family run commercial and home painting and specialty coatings company based in McMinnville Oregon. During the past 50 years we have been providing interior and exterior painting services to thousands of customers from Portland to McMinnville.

Home Painting Company Oregon

10% off labor for Home and Commercial Painting November 1 through February 28

save 10% off labor for any interior painting projects from November thru February. Our services include

  • Walls, ceilings, trim
  • Windows
  • Wallpaper Removal
  • Paint, Stains and Sealers
  • Garage and Concrete Floor Coatings
  • Masonry Sealing and Waterproofing

1 Hour Free Color Consultation With Morris Design

Home Painting Company Oregon

Kim Morris

Have Kim Morris provide you with a free 1 hour color consultation on us. Kim specializes in interior design with a unique flair for designing with color combinations.

Kim provides ideas that are bright, warm and make you feel good in your home or commercial property. It’s amazing what the right combination of colors can do to add comfort and style to your home.

Concrete Coatings For Your Garage Or Commercial Property

In addition to home and commercial painting we provide decorative epoxy coatings in garages and commercial spaces. Garage improvements have been one of the largest growth areas in Oregon in recent years as more and more home owners are finally utilizing the largest room in their home.

A high performance, decorative epoxy coating on the garage floor helps stop dirt from being tracked into the home while making the space bright and much more usable.

We have numerous color choices and a vast choice of decorative chips for creating a natural granite looking floor.

Garage Floor Coatings Oregon

Wallpaper Removal and Home Painting

Yes, we do provide wallpaper removal. There are many solutions we provide. We can remove wallpaper or use high build paints right over your old wallpaper. Contact us to take a look and provide you with the options.

Tips For Hiring a Home Painting Company in Oregon

Make sure you know who is coming into your home. Theft by construction workers unfortunately is a nationwide problem. When you are considering who you will be inviting into your home to show them all your valuables, it’s advisable to know who they are first.

Ten Tips

  1. Current License and Insurance – check before you invite them over.
  2. On Time – Did the contractor show up on time for the first meeting?
  3. Quality Materials – Specify the manufacturer and materials to be used.
  4. Referrals and Portfolio – Get a list of recent projects
  5. Schedule – Have a time schedule explained
  6. Drug and Criminal Background Checks
  7. Legal Employees – Is the contractor legal?
  8. Warranties – Is labor and materials covered?
  9. Processes – Have the process explained
  10. Written Quotes – Get a detailed quote

We are a home painting company in Oregon with a 50 year track record. Contact us today.

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How We Apply Epoxy Coatings For Our Oregon Customers

October 6, 2011 By

Surface Preparation and Installation of Epoxy Coatings

The most important process of installing epoxy coatings to ensure they endure for the long term is proper surface preparation. Epoxies come in many degrees of quality from thin concrete floor paints to heavy duty, high build systems. No matter which one is installed, surface preparation is critical to performance.

Following are steps we take depending on the floor prior to application of epoxy coatings.

Epoxy Coatings Oregon

Repairing Concrete for Epoxy Coatings

Damaged Concrete – Patching System With Epoxy Coatings

It’s common that we run across spalling concrete like in the illustration. In these cases we’ll start by snaping a chalk line around area to be patched. If possible, we will make the area rectangular in shape so that the finished patch will be more aesthetically pleasing. We make sawcuts in the surface between 1/4” and 1/2” deep.

Then using a chisel or chipping hammer, we remove the concrete or surfacing. We chip from the center of the patch outwards toward the sawcut, not from the sawcut inward. We remove 1/8 – 1/4” of substrate if needed and remove any chipping along perimeter of area to be patched.

We use an epoxy coatings crack repair product to fill the area that is compatible with our primer and top coat system.

Epoxy Coatings Crack Repair Oregon

Sideview of Crack Repair For Epoxy Coatings

Epoxy Coatings Crack Repair

Proper crack repair is extremely important for long term performance and aesthetics.

Cracks larger than a “hairline” and any cracks which are indicative of structural movement should be selected for routing.

We chip out concrete with a chipping hammer then chip towards center of crack from outside. The width and depth of chamfer should be no less than1/4”. Vacuum debris or blow clean withoil-free compressed air.

Then we pour the filler to fill chamfer , pouring out a bead 3’ – 6” wide over the top of the chamfer, at a thickness of 30 – 60 mils. Finally we feather the edges to avoid bleeding through the epoxy coatings.

For expansion joints we apply a similar process. When possible we will create epoxy coatings with a seamless surface.

Epoxy Coatings Over Cove Base Oregon

Epoxy Coatings Over Cove Base

Using Epoxy Coatings Over A Cove Base

For creating a totally seamless surface that is easy to clean with water while preventing water from getting under walls, we can apply a cove base with an epoxy coating.

When applying the prime and epoxy coating top coat we snap a line along wall at desired cove base height (2”, 4”, 6”). Then apply tape above chalk line to ensure a neat edge. The cove strips can be specified to improve appearance of top edge.

We apply epoxy to wall and floor in one step using a coving tool. Finally we remove tape revealing a nice crisp line.

Grinding Surface and Application of Epoxy Coatings

One of the most critical steps of the surface prep process is grinding the concrete to open the pores, remove any bond breakers and remove high spots in the floor. A nice smooth surface is created allowing the epoxy coatings to cure with a consistent depth. This increases durability, prevents uneven wear and enhances the flooring aesthetics.

Application of Epoxy Coatings

Typically the first coat is a thin primer that soaks into and adheres to what looks like a new floor. If decorative chips are being added this is the time while the primer is still wet. After the primer dries, we scrape any loose chips free and using a leaf blower, blow all excess loose chips free of the floor.

The final application of the epoxy coatings is a high build clear coat that will resist hot tears, chemicals and abrasion.

The result is decorative and durable for many years.

Epoxy Coatings Oregon

Epoxy Coatings Oregon

Epoxy Coatings Oregon

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Basement Floor Coatings in Oregon

September 9, 2011 By
Basement Floor Coatings Oregon

Basement Floor Coatings Oregon

Basement Floor Coatings in Oregon

Basements are notorious for moisture and mold and a challenge for flooring. There are solutions. Epoxy waterproofing products can be applied to interior walls to stop moisture seepage. Topical epoxy moisture vapor barriers can be applied to floors stopping moisture vapor from coming through the concrete.

By sealing the walls and floors you will significantly reduce moisture levels and mold buildup. Reduced moisture will have a positive impact on your upper floors as well. You might even find you are breathing easier.

The floors you see here are below grade. We apply topical moisture vapor barriers with a decorative epoxy system with a granite looking non slip finish. Along interior walls we installed cove moldings which be coated as well creating a true seamless floor. Notice the shine reflecting off the surface. This system for walls, floors and stairs will dramatically improve the function and decorative appearance of the basement with an added health benefit.

We are also painters and can provide you with a complete interior overhall of your basement, garage and other interior surfaces of your home or commercial property.

We are based in McMinnville Oregon and provide complete interior and exterior painting and coatings for all property types including  residential homes, winneries, office buildings, retail stores and many more throughout the state.

Basement Floor Coatings Oregon

Basement Floor Coatings Oregon

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Tips For Hiring an Interior Painting Contractor Wilsonville Or 97070

September 8, 2011 By
Interior Painting Contractor Wilsonville Or 97070

Tips For Hiring an Interior Painting Contractor

Tips for Hiring an Interior Painting Contractor Wilsonville Or 97070

Smith and Company Painting has been providing interior and exterior painting and coatings for home and commercial property owners for over 50 years. Our primary focus is  McMinnville to Portland Oregon including Wilsonville and surrounding local areas.

Interior Painting Contractor Wilsonville Or 97070

Here are a few tips to consider before hiring a painting contractor.

  1. Outline The Scope of Your Project – Create a list of what you want painted and the colors. Include ceilings, trim, moldings and cabinets.
  2. Choosing Products - Choose colors and sheens. Satin, Glossy, matte.
  3. Size of Area – get an accurate estimate of surface square feet.
  4. Furniture – Will furniture need to be moved? This takes time and effort and should be considered as part of the project.
  5. Budget - Determine Your Budget. Paint and materials can cost $500.00 – $1,000.00 for a 2,000 sf home.
  6. Time – How long will the project take? Workers, drop cloths, ladders and paint will be in the way during the process. Make sure to get an estimate for time and schedule.
  7. Surface Preparation – holes in walls from picture frames, damaged drywall, cleaning walls all take time and effort. Make an accurate estimate of damaged areas.
  8. Cleaning Up – There will be empty paint buckets, rollers and miscellaneous items that will need to be discarded. Be sure to have a clean up solution before starting project.
  9. Damage – Accidents do happen. Take precautions before starting. Have a solution just in case.
  10. Get References – Don’t just get references. Get recent references and view portfolios of completed projects.

When hiring an interior painting contractor consider that you are letting workers into your home or commercial space. They will see your possessions and learn about your patterns. Make sure you know who will be working for you. All our employees are drug tested, we check to make sure they do not have ciminal backgrounds and are legal. Check to make sure the company you hire is licensed and fully insured.

Create a bid sheet for your project detailing the full scope of work, materials, time and schedule. One of the biggest mistakes we see is owners getting bids without a detailed bid sheet. The result is usually a wide range of pricing which becomes a problem later. When you supply contractors with a bid sheet they are all bidding on the same project. If there is disparity in bids you will likely understand why. Discounted pricing is only achieved by using inferior or leftover products, cutting corners and reducing labor.

If you need help creating a bid sheet we can help you. For interior painting projects in Wilsonville Or 97070 or surrounding areas contact us at 503-472-4334.

Interior Painting Contractor Wilsonville Or 97070

Tips For Hiring an Interior Painting Contractor Wilsonville Or 97070

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Interior Painting Contractor Sherwood Or 97140

September 7, 2011 By
Interior Paiting Contractor Sherwood Or 97140

Interior Paiting Contractor Sherwood Or 97140

Interior Painting Contractor, Smith and Company Serving Sherwood Or 97140 Area For Over 50 Years

We specialize in interior residential and commercial painting and concrete floor coatings. When you are considering work inside your property you can be assured that we have done complete background checks and drug testing for all our employees. We also have ongoing training and customer relationship education for each one of our professionals.  When you hire someone to work on your commercial property or residential home it’s critical they can be trusted for honesty band integrity. You might be amazed how much theft and burglary comes from from dishonest contractors.

Interior Painting Bid Sheets- Tips For Hiring A Contractor

We provide a detailed bid sheet for each of our projects to ensure our clients get exactly what they paid for.  When soliciting numerous bids for your project, the only way to get accurate pricing is for each contractor to bid on the eact same project. All to often our clients ask for a bid to “paint our interior”. This is general and vague. All too often the low bid gets the job only to start the upsell process once they begin. It’s common that the low bidder is desperate for the job and will cut corners wherever possible. Make sure to get a detailed explanation of job preparation, type of paint or coating to be used and number of coats.

Interior Painting Contractor Services

Following is a partial list of  rooms and surfaces.

  • Kitchens and Baths
  • Laundry Rooms
  • Living Rooms
  • Bedrooms
  • Basements
  • Cabinets
  • Doors
  • Wallpaper Removal
  • Drywall
  • Wood Stains
  • Steel
  • Fiverglass and PVC
  • Stucco
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Paint, Epoxy and specialty coatings

We are a family owned business providing interior painting and coating applications in Sherwood and Surrounding areas from McMinnville to Portland Or. Contact us at 503-472-4334 for a detailed price estimate for your next project.

Smith and Company Interior Painting Contractor Serving Sherwood Or 97140.

Interior Pianting Contractor Sherwood Or 97140

Interior Pianting Contractor Sherwood Or 97140


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Moisture Vapor Barrier For Concrete Floors in Oregon

August 25, 2011 By
Moisture Vapor On Concrete

Finish Coat Over Moisture Barrier on Concrete

If you have moisture on your concrete floor, it is a result of either hydrostatic pressure or moisture vapor that pushes upwards through your concrete floor. This is a constant problem that causes coatings to delaminate, wood floors to rot and carpet that breeds mold. Every concrete floor is porous and age has nothing to do with it. When your concrete floor was poured, the water went somewhere while curing. That somewhere was to the surface leaving thousands of tiny straws in it’s wake. Moisture pressure pushes vapor through these straws to the surface.

To cure this problem we use a Sherwin Williams product called Fastop MVT. This is a moisture vapor treatment applied topically to concrete floors. It is used as an underlayment for coatings, hardwood, tile or carpet. It’s a low odor, water-based epoxy system.

The process is to grind the surface to remove high and low spots and remove any potential bond breakers. Then we apply a primer and top coat. From there we can install numerous coatings depending on your use. This system is ideal for all concrete floors including garages, basements, residential or commercial properties.

We provide specialty paint and coating applications on all property types throughout Oregon. If you need a moisture vapor barrier for property give us a call and we’ll take a look at project and will assess the options for you. We are based in McMinnville Oregon and have completed hundreds of propejects of all types throughout the state.

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Epoxy Top Coat in Smoke

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Garage Floor Epoxy Coatings Contractors in Oregon

August 3, 2011 By

Garage Floor Epoxy Coatings Contractors in Oregon

We Are Garage Floor Epoxy Coatings Contractors in Oregon

One of the biggest growth areas in home improvement is remodeling the residential garage. It’s usually one of the biggest rooms in the house and stores your most expensive possession, your car or truck.

You may have seen some sensation garages on many motorcycle and car restoration shows. Auto enthusiasts really get into it and many companies are there to meet the demand. Cabinets, shelving, lighting and workbenches come in all shapes, styles and cost. They cover the the range from economical do it your self systems to expensive customized spaces for collectors.

One area that we focus on for our customers is the concrete floor. In addition to our painting business, we apply high performance epoxy coatings with an extremely durable system.

The process starts by grinding the floor to remove the high spots and potential bond breakers. Like with painting, surface prep is critical for long term adhesion and durability. The best coating on the market is at risk of failure if the floor is not properly prepared.

After we grind the surface, we fix all cracks and loose concrete. Then we apply our prime coat. For most projects we broadcast decorative chips onto the wet prime coat. After it has dried, we scape and clean the excess chips. The next step is a high build top coat.  We specialize in using Sherwin Williams epoxy coatings which we think are the best in the industry. Sherwin Williams coatings with our grinding system produces an excellent floor that is flat, non slip and perfect for garage and industrial concrete surfaces.

We have many color choices to choose from and numerous systems depending on your budget.

Smith and Company based in McMinnville Oregon are paint and garage floor epoxy coatings contractors serving customers throughout Oregon. All our employees are trained professionals with complete criminal background and drug tests.

We have an extensive portfolio and references from both residential and commercial customers.

Areas We Serve Include Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Dundee, Carlton, Wilsonville, West Linn, Salem, Keizer, Sherwood, Tualatin, Portland Oregon.


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House Painting Tips for Our Oregon Customers

July 20, 2011 By

If you’re planning on painting your home or commercial property and have done the research, you are probably aware that proper surface preparation and quality paint products are important for long term performance and attractive appearance.

However there are other issues to be considered before starting your next project.

Here are a few tips.

  1. Cause of Peeling and Chipping – Is mold forming on shaded areas? Is paint blistering or cracking? Frequently moisture is the culprit or surface preparation was not completed properly before last painting. The causes should be checked. Clean, scrape and repair before starting your next propject.
  2. Mixing Paints – When you have a big project, it’s advisable to mix paints to avoid seeing shades that can result from different batches of the same paint.
  3. Power Washing – We frequently start vertical walls from the bottom and work upwards. Then we rinse from the top down. This helps prevent streaks. Then when we paint we start at the top and work down and brush out any drips.
  4. Moisture and Timing – A job well done frequently results in referrals. The biggest compliment we get are referrals, so we spend a lot of time improving our quality. That includes painting different surfaces at opportune times. Areas that get a lot of sun during the day we try to complete in the morning. Then as the day warms up we move to shaded areas to avoid paint drying on contact. If it is too humid or rain is on the forecast, we’ll work on interior projects. Elements and how they affect dry time is critical.
  5. Safety Considerations – Workplace accidents usually occur due to inadequate tools and in the case of painting, using the appropriate ladders and scaffolding. Height, slope, wind and even footing should be taken into before starting any job. The risk is not worth cutting corners.
  6. The Right Paint for The Right Surface – We begin every job with new paint or coatings. Mixing old paint with new usually results in premature failure. We use primers that are compatible with top coats. The life of paint is subject to the surface it is applied to. Start with proper surface prep, appropriate primers followed by complimentary top coats and you’ll get quality results. Cutting corners to save a few dollars always costs more.
  7. Apply Light Coats – Light coats avoid drips. A single thick coat may save time and money in the short term but will crack and peel prematurely.

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Sherwood Oregon 97140 – Smith and Company Painting Contractors

July 11, 2011 By

Sherwood Oregon 97140

Smith and Company Painting Contractors have been serving Sherwood Oregon commercial and residential property owners for the past 50 years. We provide a full range of paint and coatings for all property types for both interior and exterior projects.

Surfaces include

  1. Exterior siding – wood, vinyl, stucco, brick, concrete, steel and fiberglass
  2. Interiors – Concrete floor painting and coatings, walls, ceilings, trim, cabinets

Property Types We Serve

  • Residential Homes, Condos, Hotels, Multi Family
  • Retail Stores and Shopping Centers, Restaurants (commercial kitchens)
  • Office Buildings
  • Warehouse, Industrial, Storage
  • Wineries, Hospital and Special Use
  • Municipal Buildings

Tips For Hiring Painting Contractors

Frequently we will help property owners prepare bid sheets detailing the scope of work for each project, the materials to be used and the amount. Bid sheets will help you get accurate bids for your next project since all contractors will be bidding on the same scope of work. This will help you determine more accurate pricing and will help you determine the best vendor for you.

  1. Get Written Quotes – don’t assume that your contractor and you have the same perspective on quality.
  2. Scope of Work – get details of the project work. How many coats, what products are being used?
  3. Surface Preparation – Paint and coatings durability are subject to the surface applied.
  4. Timing - Get project start and finish times as well as daily schedules
  5. References and Portfolios - get references of recent projects. Review Portfolios.
  6. Warranty and Comfort Level – Is projects guaranteed. Do you trust contractor?

Background, Criminal and Drug Testing

We are fully licensed, insured and provide criminal background and drug testing for all our employees.

Areas We Serve

We serve clients in Sherwood Oregon 97140 and surrounding areas. Contact Parker Smith 503-472-4334

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