Ryan is an award winner for his outstanding painting and marketing work, You can find his contributions to the painting community across numerous blog sites and on his YouTube channel.
His company has won Best Painting Company four years in a row by Lehigh Valley Style and Best Painting Company twice by What's Happening. Also being named Emerging Business of the year 2015 and also 2017
Ryan Amato Painting
306 S. New St
Bethlehem, Pa 18015
484-821-7112
An interior painting project that needed the utmost preparation because all surfaces must be clean and free of dust and paint splatter.
Preparation
So Ryan Amato Painting carefully prepared all the walls for the high end paint from Benjamin Moore
They spackled any dings and dents in the walls, carefully and thoroughly inspected the walls for any signs of cracks or failing paint coatings that were evident.
After this they sanded any spackle using fine sandpaper, this is to reduce any dust, because being preventative is easier than cleaning.
All spackle was spot primed using a top quality interior primer so a proper finishes are achieved.
Finish Coats
It is important to sand the walls before and after the first coat says Ryan Amato
Ryan Amato
Because to achieve that ultra smooth finish desired with a high end painting project, proper application is a must.
Inspection
After both coats were applied and allowed to dry the lead painter inspected the walls for any deviations or touch ups needed.
Then the lead painter is to walk with the client to make sure any touch ups needed or concerns are addressed right away.
After this process was completed, a quality assurance form was mutually signed, so both the lead painter and homeowner have approved the work to 100% satisfaction.
Pictures
Here are some amazing pictures from this interior painting project,
Comparing estimates seems to be the thing to do, we all do it, get three estimates put them side by side and look at the pricing but when I tell you how impossible that is you may think and look at it another way.
The three estimates you received, if you took those three contractors and had them in the same room at the same time they still would come back with totally different ways to do the job.
Maybe using different materials, different applications. different workforces and for sure different overhead.
The most important difference and one we aim for is a totally different experience.
You all have called around to contractors, how many call you back? or take forever to call back or never do?
How many keep you updated on the process, help choose colors.
Train their staff and have a ton of resources behind them to help make sure your job goes well even when something goes wrong?
If they do show up for the estimate how long does it take to get the estimate back to you?
For us it is the same day or next.
Do they have one person dedicated to making sure your project goes well and your totally satisfied? We do.
I am asking you to forget the norm and throw away price shopping for a second.
Also the price may be important for some but if it costs a bit more for the satisfaction of knowing you have no worries or responsibilities, and can be assured no matter what you will be happy isn't that worth it?
If you had an issue with someone calling you back or showing up on time for your estimate what happens once the painting project starts?
You will always find someone cheaper but at what expense to your home or project?
Asking the correct questions
A major issue in the painting and construction trades is insurance.
Listen, things may and will go wrong from time to time.
Is your contractor insured with the proper liability insurance AND worker's compensation to cover all their workers?
This is not something you want to find out about after the fact and be surprised your now responsible.
Available right away?
Did you call a painter the last second and needed them the next day, and they are free?
That is a red flag, of course there are variables here, maybe their schedule freed up due to a cancellation or delay.
But trust me, most good contractors, and painters are not readily available to start a project immediately.
4-6 weeks or more is the norm for a good contractor, I would highly suggest digging even deeper with the questions if someone is available right away.
NO company has an unlimited amount of quality painters ready to go when a call comes in if they do great work in most cases.
No matter who you choose to do your painting work, we want it to be a great experience, there are many good painting companies out there.
The goal is to find one who delivers what they promised, meets your expectations and your totally comfortable with.
Once you find that company, there is no need in the future to continue to get multiple estimates. You already have your go to trusted painting contractor
On the estimate
Please be home for your estimate and be present, turn off all phones, computers and not be on a conference call.
This is an important time to be available and to share your wants, needs and expectations for your project.
Please be aware, scheduling an onsite estimate or virtual estimate with us, we audio and may video record estimates, your scheduling of an estimate is acceptance and agreement of this. It may be used for training and or social media.
Please put all pets away so we may be able to discuss the project, although we love pets, we will want to lay with them and it can become distracting
Small projects start at $650 and go up from there. We typically do interior repaints of already painted homes
Our minimum interior project starts at $650
From one bedroom to entire interiors and prices ranging from $650 for one bedroom and $9000-$18,000 for an entire interior painted depending on the size of the home.
Of course these prices are examples and can vary greatly up or down.
For your garage, basement, home, exterior surfaces and businesses
Epoxy floors can add safety in a non slip surface, protect your concrete, they are anti microbial , easy to clean and many have unique one of a kind looks.
With most projects starting at $2000 there is a floor for almost any budget.
You can expect to pay for a partial flaked or fully flaked epoxy floor between $5-$8 a sq ft in most cases
For a solid top quality epoxy floor you should expect to pay between $4-$7 a sq ft
For a one of a kind metallic floor you most likely are starting at $8 a sq foot and going up from there .
All of these are example prices and it varies greatly depending on the amount of patching needed, the existing coating and many other factors. They can be more or less than these example prices
Using top of the line professional epoxies we can deliver a solution that lasts.
These are not your thin epoxy kits from the big box stores that last one year at best.
By offering only the thickest, high quality epoxy you can be assured you will have a floor that you dreamed of
If you have looked into replacing your kitchen cabinets or refacing them your aware of the huge expense that comes with that.
With kitchen cabinet painting you can achieve that same amazing , long lasting look for a fraction of the cost of replacing or refacing.
With our touch ups for life on most projects, there is literally no risk.
A professional kitchen cabinet project from us has a minimum of $2500 with your typical kitchen costing between $2500-$6000
It all depends on how many doors and drawers you have, do you want them all done onsite or brought back to our shop?
Pricing will vary greatly depending on the factors mentioned above
Do you have glass fronts, would you like the insides painted and many other factors.
With our team who only does kitchen cabinets you can be assured your receiving a top notch job, not one from a painting company who also paints some kitchen cabinets here and there.
Safety coloring of pipes for all commercial and facilities
Preservation of steel and concrete surfaces
Safety with anti slip surfaces and coatings
Office painting, hallway painting, door and trim painting
Hoa, Churches, Apartment turnovers
We can handle projects from $650 all the way up to well over six figures
Power washing of surfaces
4) Turf Painting
Yes it is a "thing"
Many people outside of turf management industries are surprised by the notion of painting their lawns as if painting their home walls. However, turf colorants have long been used in sports industries, especially golf course management.
When compared with many other lawn care practices, applying green grass paints can be the most efficient, economical and water-conserving way to achieve green grass.
Whether a lawn is relatively healthy or is facing disease or pest challenges, green grass paints provide a way to attain a great looking healthy lawn quickly, inexpensively and without harmful chemicals.
This can be a quick remedy for event preparation, such as an outdoor wedding, BBQ, party or picnic.
It’s also a helpful way to get a quick boost in curb appeal when selling a home or when dealing with challenges such as drought or water restrictions.
Safe for pets and people
Non toxic and organic
Dry in two hours and fully cured in 8
Typically lasts 6-8 weeks
Does not stain
As you can see we offer a lot of services that can help with almost any painting need.
With an expert staff with many years in the painting industry, dedicated project manager and office staff and a trustworthy staff of painters, we have every need taken care of.
We also will match almost any price that is offering the same level of service, same level of insurance and workman's compensation and also offers free touch ups for life on most residential interior and kitchen cabinet projects.
Please see your proposal for more information or call 484-821-7112
Cabinets that are heavily dirty with grease or wax may need more in depth cleaning, which takes more time and more time equals added costs.
Do you oak grained cabinets?
To remove that oak grain in a best case scenario (you may never be able to fully remove the grain) again will take special priming, grain filling and sanding. This also equates to added time and money.
Do you have special pieces such as wine racks?
Wine racks, lazy Susan's and glass fronts will take additional time to prepare and paint.
Are you using multiple colors?
Multiple colors in one kitchen will increase the cost due to the time it takes the painters to switch out materials in their sprayer, added costs for other paint and sundries.
Can they be done onsite?
Can your cabinet doors and drawers be done onsite? If not, they will need to be brought back to our shop , the travel time, and extra work to transport and touch up when back onsite will add extra costs to your project.
These are just a few of the main things that can add extra costs to a project. A professional painter and estimator should be asking you a lot of questions about your expectations and project.
It is important you and the cabinet refinisher are on the same page and everyone is aware what is and isn't being done and what can potentially be additional costs.
A quick repaint?
You may not necessarily want a complete high end cabinet painting job, maybe your cabinets are already painted and you just want them freshened up, or perhaps your selling your home and just want them looking clean.
This should be expressed to your estimator while they are onsite, otherwise ou may get a price for a project you don't even want or need.
What paint coating will be used?
This is an important one, and a question you should be asking your painter.
What primer will be used? What finishes will be used and how many coats of each will you be receiving on your kitchen cabinet painting project?
There are many great coatings out there to be used when painting your cabinets, it is tough to compare them all, most painters will stick to one product they are familiar with that has performed the best for them over the years.
It is however very important your painter is keeping up with all the latest products, trends and has a great relationship with their vendor.
Products and formulas change all the time to match current voc regulations which means a product that was used a year ago may not perform or last as long now.
Buying new cabinets
Why not simply buy new cabinets?
Unless your buying the cheapest grade cabinets you will never be able to match the price of painting them vs replacing them.
To replace your kitchen cabinets with high quality ones and pay to have them installed you may be looking at starting at $20,000
Your standard professional kitchen cabinet painter will be starting around $3000 for a quality lasting job.
How much more significant you wonder IF a professional kitchen cabinet painting company were to do it? Well, your $5,000 kitchen refinishing job will metamorphosize into a cost of $20,000-$35,000 if you decided to remove them all and install new cabinet doors and drawers. That is indeed a remarkable difference.
Is it worth it to paint your cabinets instead of replacing them. And in case it needs to be said again then here goes:
YA, IT’S WORTH IT, BIG TIME!
That’s assuming of course that you’re not a super wealthy insolent spend-thrift with a disdain for money who wakes up every morning looking for diabolical and non-sensical ways to torch your money….or your *husbands* money perhaps?…(but surely I digress). If that’s you though then go right ahead and replace those cabinets instead of refinishing them and by the way, enjoy using the flame thrower on your cash and feel free to use it on the cabinets themselves as they DO have to come down…..one way or the other. Courtesy of Vancouver Kitchen Cabinet Painting
The color of your kitchen cabinets can make or break the look of the kitchen. It's important to choose a color that complements your flooring, walls, and countertops.
Many people choose white kitchen cabinets. White cabinets are often seen as more modern and clean than dark colors like brown or black. However, white paint may not be the best option for all kitchens. It's important to consider how much time you spend in your kitchen before making this decision.
If you do decide on white cabinets, it is essential to select a high-quality paint that is both durable and resistant to water damage. If not, your beautiful white cabinet could turn into an ugly mess of chipping paint .
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There are many reasons why people choose to paint their cabinets. One of the main reasons is to update their look, while others do it to hide damage that may have occurred to the kitchen cabinetry. And then there are those who don't want an expensive new kitchen, but still want to give their old kitchen a facelift.
The black painted cabinets are usually associated with modern kitchens and they go well with white countertops. But if you don’t like the look of them, there are other colors that you can use on your cabinet doors too, such as brown or beige for instance.
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Paint cabinets can make a huge difference in your kitchen and its style. Painting cabinets is not difficult, but it does require some preparation and patience. We will explore the steps to painting your cabinets with paint and give you an idea for what paint color would be perfect for your kitchen.
Steps:
1) Gather all of the materials you need before starting:
-Paint (we recommend a Satin- semi-gloss or gloss finish)
-Drop cloth (to protect your floors or other outside surfaces from overspray)
-Duster or lint roller (to remove all visible dust from surfaces to protect them from overspray)
2) Clean the surfaces of all dirt and grease with a dry cloth, degreaser, or a damp
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If you want your kitchen cabinets to look new we recommend hiring a professional painter. They will make sure that the paint is applied evenly and they use high quality paints to make the cabinets look like new.
If you don't want to renovate your kitchen with a complete overhaul then consider painting your kitchen cabinets. A professional painter will come out and paint them for you, making them look like new in no time! They'll also be able to do any prep work needed before painting, such as sanding down any rough edges on the wood or removing any nails that are sticking out.
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There are many benefits of painting your kitchen cabinets. The most obvious one is that it will make your kitchen look nicer and more attractive. But there are a few other benefits as well.
Painting your kitchen cabinets can be a very rewarding experience, as it can have a big effect on the atmosphere of your kitchen. Painting them is also fast and easy to do, so you won’t have to spend much time at all doing this project.
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You have finally decided to change the look of your kitchen. You have dreamed about this for so long and you are excited to try it out. You think that painting your cabinets will be a great idea and you can’t wait to see the final product.
Paint is the cheapest way to update your kitchen cabinets and with such a variety of colors, you can surely find one that matches your style. But make sure you do not forget about the paint color in the rest of your house or else it may look too jarring or too dark in contrast.
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Picking a color for a kitchen is a complex task, and it can be made easier with the help of an app.
There are many apps that help you pick the perfect color for your kitchen. For example, you can take a photo of your cabinets and put them inside an app to see how they would look painted in various colors.
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Choosing the right paint color for your home can be difficult. But it doesn't have to be! A color consultant can help guide you to finding the perfect color.
A color consultant is an expert in coordinating colors together for a given space, such as a kitchen. Color consultants may also provide advice on how to use different colors and finishes of paint, such as gloss or matte, on certain surfaces of furniture or cabinets.
A color consultant will come to your house and get a feel for the space before making any decisions about the paint colors you need. They will help guide you towards picking out two or three of their favorite combinations of colors that work well with what you already have in your home and then they'll leave you with some paint samples and written instructions on how to achieve those colors
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Paint colors are one of the most important decisions when it comes to decorating your interior. It can make or break the look and feel of your house.
It is important to know that paint colors are not created equal. One color might look good in one room but it can be different in another room because of the lighting, focal point, etc.
Color psychology plays a major role in what colors you choose for your house too. Certain colors can evoke certain feelings or emotions that might not work for everyone.
