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cherialli_gw

Professional Paint Job - Question

cherialli
12 years ago

Hi All,

Need some advice.

Had my new construction interior painted. Feel like the price was a bit high for the size of house but that being said they were supposed to prime with 1 coat paint on trim. Prep with 2 coats on all windows. And, 2 coats finish paint on all walls (no prime I guess).

How can a non-painter know if they have done their job as specified??? Seems like they could say just about anything...how would I know?

Thanks!

;)

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