by Nigel Costolloe | Jun 11, 2019 | Blog, Historic Restoration, Interior Painting, Lead-Safe Certified
For the homeowner interested in the preservation and painting the historic interior of their home, we are often asked about the use of historically or period appropriate colors. Most larger painting manufacturers have addressed this topic through their specialty color...
by Nigel Costolloe | Apr 12, 2019 | Boston Painters
When we find ourselves bidding against another painting company operating in Greater Boston we typically inform the prospective client that our pricing will likely be higher, if not substantially higher. This prompts the immediate rejoinder “why?” Great question! Our...
by Nigel Costolloe | Apr 12, 2019 | Interior Painting
In 25 years of running a painting company we’ve seen our share of beautiful paint finishes as well as disappointing finishes. Setting aside issues of craftsmanship or skill, the defining feature of each is always related to the quality of the paint and primer coating...
by Nigel Costolloe | Apr 12, 2019 | Interior Painting
Deciding what colors to paint your interior walls isn’t easy. Since you have to live with your decision you want to make sure you get it right. Interior paint colors have more to do with your personal preferences, than what the neighbors think. But if you are selling...
by Nigel Costolloe | Feb 25, 2019 | Kitchens
Since kitchen cabinets are subject to heavy use on a daily basis, and must be able to hold up to occasional washing to remove splatters, spills and drips, a conventional or ‘normal’ paint is not the appropriate coating for kitchen cabinetry. Much like the ‘severe...
by Nigel Costolloe | Feb 5, 2019 | Professional Painting Company
In this episode of Why Paint, Catchlight Painting President Nigel Costolloe discusses his why for being a painting contractor, the rough and tumble of starting a business from scratch, and why he never yells at work. Andrew: Welcome to Paint Radio. I’m Andrew...
