Pearl Painters

10/16/2026

We've seen just about every DIY painting mistake there is.

Paint on the floor. Drips that dried before anyone noticed. The “quick” weekend project that somehow lasted three weeks. A color that looked completely different once it was on every wall.

We get it. Mistakes happen. That's how you learn.

So we're curious:
What's the painting project at your house that didn't go quite according to plan?

Tell us in the comments. No judgment. 😂

10/10/2026

What does a professional paint job look like before the paint goes on?
A lot of this.
Patching. Sanding. Caulking. Priming. Masking. Protecting surfaces. Checking the work. And then doing some of it again.
The finished walls might get all the attention, but preparation is a huge part of what determines how those walls will look once they're painted.
Swipe through to see some of the work that happens before the final coat.
Which part of the process did you not realize was involved in painting?

10/03/2026

Sometimes a fresh coat of paint is all it takes to make a home feel completely different.

This interior project started with simple monochrome shades. The homeowners chose a dramatic color drench for their home cinema, and the finished result completely changed the feel of the space.

We want to know: would you have made this color change?

Drop a 👍 for the new color or tell us what you would have chosen instead.

09/24/2026

Fence Staining in NE Portland 🏠️

A new color for this fence ended up refreshing the front entry to the whole house. Look at the before and after photos!

09/18/2026

Deck Staining in Forest Park 🌲

Beautiful scenery for a full hardwood deck staining project earlier this summer. Fully cleaned, sanded, and oil stained for results that can withstand all the weather our PNW has to offer!

08/31/2026

Exciting home exterior painting transformation in Beaverton - all in a day's work for our talented team!

08/20/2026

Before and After! 📷️

Earlier this summer we gave this home in Oregon City a refreshing new look! More photos and info: https://pearlpainters.com/recent-projects/c-exterior-june-2026/

08/07/2026

🧱 What does it take to paint brickwork and have it look good? 🏠️

In this blog post we talk painting vs. limewashing, brick accents, primers, and when it's best to leave your bricks alone...

Read now: https://pearlpainters.com/blog/professional-advice/brick-painting-guide/

07/25/2026

❓️ ❔️ Key Questions to Ask Painters ❓️ ❔️

Contractors look legit…until you ask the right questions.

This is our NO-BS Guide to Hiring the Right Painter
–> How to confirm License, Bond & Insurance
–> The right questions to ask – watch the unqualified squirm
–> Get a clear scope of work & keep everyone accountable
–> Compare bids and prices like a pro, & lock in a price
–> How to do a proper reference check

Just the helpful facts — Written by people that care!

Unlock the key questions here: https://pearlpainters.com/key-questions/

07/17/2026

✅ How much does it cost to paint the exterior? Here's a no BS answer!

Pricing for exterior painting we've actually completed in the Portland area. View multiple exterior projects to get an idea what it will be for your home.