Lightmen Daily

Think all paint is the same? Think again. In this guide, we’ll break down the real differences between interior and exterior home painting so you can pick the right product for the job.

Thinking about painting your home yourself? This guide breaks down the real benefits and challenges of DIY painting so you can decide whether to grab a roller or call Lightmen Painting.

Let’s be honest: picking paint colors is like online dating. The swatch on the screen looks perfect, but when you meet it in real life, it’s not what you pictured. That dreamy “cool gray” suddenly looks blue, or that bold navy turns the room into a cave. That’s why smart homeowners (and every pro crew at Lightmen Painting) rely on paint samples and digital visualization tools before committing to gallons of paint.

You finish painting, the walls look amazing, but the room smells like a chemical factory. The “paint smell” is something everyone talks about, and for a lot of homeowners, it’s the reason they avoid repainting in the first place. But here’s the real question: does paint always smell for days after repainting?

In this article, we’re breaking down the myth of thicker coats, when extra paint actually helps, when it hurts, and how to approach coverage like a pro.

So you’re staring at that outdated floral wallpaper from 1996, wondering, “Can I just slap some paint over this and call it a day?” I get it. Removing wallpaper is a nightmare — it flakes, it tears, and somehow you end up sweating in socks on a Tuesday. But before you break out the roller, let’s talk about the truth: will painting over wallpaper always cause bubbles? The answer?

Ah, Portland — land of endless coffee, flannel shirts, and rain. Lots of rain. So naturally, one of the top fears we hear from homeowners is this: "Won’t the rain ruin my fresh paint job?" Let’s separate the soggy fiction from the fact. Because while paint and water are like oil and vinegar when mixed the wrong way, Portland’s weather isn’t the death sentence for exterior painting that people think it is. You just have to know what you’re doing — and at Lightmen Painting, we do.

Repairing and painting damaged drywall? If you’ve just found a patch, dent, or hole in your wall, you’re not alone. Drywall damage is one of the most common headaches homeowners and pros alike face. The good news?

When it comes to painting—especially when it involves power sprayers, solvents, ladders, and ceilings—safety gear for painting professionals isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. From respirators to coveralls, discover the essential safety gear every painter needs to stay protected, OSHA-compliant, and job-ready.

If you’ve ever stared at a half-finished exterior paint job while shivering in your coat, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Can you paint when it’s freezing outside?”

Real estate is one of those industries that never sleeps. Markets shift, buyers change habits, and tech keeps flipping the playbook on how to connect with clients. If you’re in real estate and still marketing the way you did five years ago, you’re already behind.