Master Carpenter: Painting Trim the Right Way
Pro painter Tim Leahy and his crew use these time-saving techniques to meet the demanding schedules and standards of painting high-end homes in Newport, R.I.
All Videos in This Series:
1. Introduction
2. Cleaning, Priming, and Filling Holes
4. Caulk, Brush Work, and the Finish Coat
In this world, limited budgets and time constraints are replaced by exacting standards and uncompromising schedules. Master painter Tim Leahy works in such a world, where the houses can be more famous than their owners. This is Newport RI. In this video series, you’ll learn the secrets that Tim has taken years to develop and that he takes great pains to personally pass down to each of the painters on his crew. You’ll learn how to prepare interior trim for a perfect finish coat of paint. Priming, filling holes and divots, sanding and brushwork all have a part in the process leading up to the best paint job. Better than that, you’ll learn why each of these steps matter, and a whole bucketful of great tips that’ll help on any paint job. Even if you don’t have a big budget.
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Very informative series. Except the secondary feature, the amazing "wall shadow" artwork, wasn't identified. Disappointing.