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Strongsville Historical Society Buildings
Strongsville Historical Society Project For a significant part of the summer of 2025 (August through September), Ohio Paint and Pressure… READ MORE
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Exterior Painting Weather Challenges in Northeast, Ohio
OPPW serves Cuyahoga, Summit, Portage, Stark and Medina Counties and this area of Ohio experiences a broad range of weather conditions, from hot summers to… READ MORE
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Exterior Multi-color Scheme Increases Curb Appeal
When you’re deciding on color-schemes for your home’s exterior, a number of factors bear consideration: the type of home you have, your surroundings, light conditions… READ MORE
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Should You Paint or Stain a Deck?
While newer decks are built using composite materials (i.e., wood, plastic, vinyl) designed not to need paint or stain, older wooden decks do require ongoing… READ MORE
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What is Surfactant Leaching?
Sometimes, after a fresh coat of paint has been applied to a surface, streaks of a brown-colored residue will appear on the surface of the… READ MORE
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A 2024 Testimonial from a Satisfied Customer
Having painted more six thousand houses in Northeast Ohio over the past 45 years, we often receive correspondence from our customers complimenting us on a… READ MORE
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Why It’s Best to Spray Paint Aluminum and Vinyl Siding
Aluminum and/or vinyl siding is made to last for years with minimal maintenance besides cleaning when the need arises. However, eventually colors will fade or… READ MORE
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20 Questions for Contractors
Whenever you’re contemplating a home improvement project — whether it’s remodeling a kitchen/bathroom, adding a deck, building a garage, painting your house, etc. — there… READ MORE
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Does Paint Quality Matter?
Professional painters and painting contractors know there’s a direct correlation between the price and quality of the paint used in a project and its finish… READ MORE
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Should I Paint My Brick House?
As every homeowner knows, maintaining the appearance of your home not only contributes to its longevity, but also is a key contributing factor to your… READ MORE