Frequently Asked Questions

Professional interior painters sand, prime, and apply as many coats as needed for even, lasting coverage. Before any work begins, furniture and carpeting are fully covered to protect them. Proper prep is what separates a paint job that lasts years from one that peels within months.

Most exterior surfaces are paintable or stainable, including siding, fences, porches, garages, chimneys, and driveways. Exterior painters typically clean surfaces first using a soft washing technique that removes dirt without damaging delicate materials before any paint or stain is applied.

Not always — many professional wallpaper installers provide wall prep and installation only, leaving clients responsible for purchasing their own wallpaper. An installer can recommend a distributor based on your style preferences, ensuring the material you select is right for the space.

Furniture refinishing generally takes a few days from start to finish. Craftsmen take time to strip, sand, and apply paint or stain properly so the result lasts. Rushing the process can lead to uneven finishes or peeling, so patience during refinishing pays off in the long run.

Yes — a single wallpapered or painted accent wall can dramatically change a room's character without a full renovation. It's a cost-effective way to add pattern, texture, or bold color while keeping the rest of the space neutral and balanced.

Soft washing removes mold, mildew, dirt, and chalking without the high pressure that can crack siding or force water behind surfaces. Paint applied over a dirty surface bonds poorly and fails much sooner, so thorough cleaning is a critical step before any exterior repaint.

Refinishing is often worth it for solid wood pieces, antiques, or items with sentimental value. A skilled refinisher can repair chips and blemishes while preserving a piece's original character — something replacement furniture simply can't replicate.

A thorough wallpaper job includes measuring walls, safely removing old wallpaper without damaging the surface beneath, priming and prepping walls, and carefully applying the new wallpaper. Skipping prep steps like priming is a common cause of bubbling or peeling wallpaper over time.

Color significantly influences how spacious, warm, or calm a room feels. Light, cool tones tend to make smaller rooms feel larger, while warm, saturated tones create intimacy in larger spaces. A painter with experience can offer guidance on which shades complement your existing décor.

Repainting before listing is one of the highest-return updates a seller can make. Fresh exterior paint boosts curb appeal immediately, while neutral interior tones help buyers picture themselves in the space. Ideally, painting should be completed at least two weeks before showings begin.

Yes, Mitt's Painting & Wallpaper serves both Shreveport and Bossier City. Whether your home is on the Shreveport side or across the river in Bossier City, our team can handle your exterior painting project.

High humidity slows drying time and can cause paint to blister or peel if applied under the wrong conditions. We schedule exterior work during lower-humidity windows and allow proper dry time between coats so the finish bonds correctly and holds up in Louisiana's climate.

We clean the surface, scrape away any loose or peeling paint, sand rough edges, and fill cracks or gaps before a single drop of paint is applied. Thorough prep is what separates a finish that lasts from one that starts failing within a season.

Yes, we paint all common exterior surfaces including brick, stucco, and vinyl siding. Each material requires specific primers and application techniques to ensure the paint adheres properly and delivers a long-lasting finish.