Industry Insights
Home / The Carrigan Archives / Industry Insights
Sections:
Behind the Brush
Modes of Failure
General
Materials and Substrates
These articles are about the regional house painting and plastering industry in Western New York as well as topics related to Carrigan Painting which are not job specific. All content is created by the owner & founder of Carrigan Painting unless otherwise noted. To learn more about the paints and products we use, visit https://www.carriganpainting.com/materials-and-methods
Problem > Solution > Results
716-697-3560
-
Choosing the Right Paint and Primers in Buffalo NY
Time to Read: 10 minutes… Key Differences Between House Paints When starting a painting project, understanding the various types of paints available is fundamental. These paints differ significantly in composition, finish, and intended application, making it essential to choose the right type for the specific needs of each project. Broadly, house paints can be classified…
Updated:
-
Ladder Safety Guide for Homeowners
Time to Read: 9 minutes… March is ladder safety month. And while ladder safety may seem pretty far down the list of priorities, as spring approaches and outdoor activities around the house increase, it is important to take a moment to address the safety side of home repairs. Accidents involving ladders is a leading cause…
Updated:
-
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Paint Below 50°F
Time to Read: 5 minutes… When planning an exterior painting project in Western New York, it’s essential to consider the weather, particularly the overnight temperatures. Painting outside when overnight temperatures dip below 50°F can lead to several issues that compromise the quality and durability of the job. Here’s why you should wait for warmer weather…
Updated:
-
The Rising Costs of Google for Painting Businesses + AI, in 2025
Time to Read: 4 minutes… Google is getting expensive. And to think the CEO of Google, went before Congress and claimed that Google hasn’t raised their prices more than some outrageously low percentage, like 5% over the last few years.Here is some more details on that, its worth a read as this affects the cost…
Updated:
-
The Danger of a Plaster Bulge
Time to Read: 4 minutes… A gentleman called me the other night in a panic about his plaster ceiling collapsing. My first thought was, is anyone injured? A plaster ceiling can weigh thousands of pounds and can cause significant damage and injuries when it falls to the floor! This is why it is important to…
Updated:
-
The Unique Challenges and Considerations of Exterior House Painting in WNY
Time to Read: 12 minutes… Exterior house painting in Western New York presents a distinctive set of challenges, though not entirely unique, that are commonly faced along the East Coast of the United States. Painting companies in this region must navigate a variety of environmental and climatic conditions that significantly impact the longevity and appearance…
Updated:
-
Trying out PPG’s new NYS Compliant Oil Primer: SEAL GRIP Interior/Exterior Universal Alkyd
Time to Read: 4 minutes… This home has really nice sand swirl texture in most of the rooms. Among the best we have seen. However the ceilings haven’t been painted in a few years so we are priming and painting them to make them white again Some minor cracks in the ceiling we opted to…
Updated:
-
Building Trust the Right Way: The Value of Genuine Reviews in Small Business
Time to Read: 3 minutes… Online reviews are the lifeblood of small businesses today. They can make or break a company and give consumers a powerful way to leverage positive experiences. Studies show that unhappy customers are far more likely to leave a negative review than satisfied ones, which means small businesses constantly face a…
Updated:
-
Why Your Bathroom Ceiling Is Failing (And How to Fix It)
Time to Read: 3 minutes… Not all bathrooms have issues with peeling paint or ceiling damage, but if your bathroom has a shower, there’s a good chance some form of moisture-related deterioration is happening. Hot air, high humidity, and condensation combine to stress your ceiling. Over time, the constant exposure to moisture causes coating failure.…
Updated:
-
New Home? 5 Considerations for Painting
Time to Read: 5 minutes… Planning Ahead: The Key to Efficiency Once you have a closing date for your new home, the work begins. One of the first steps in this process is obtaining bids from local painting companies to get your now home painted. Getting your ducks in a row is crucial. Realtors often…
Updated:
Walls & Ceiling
Services
Interior Painting
Plaster & Lath Repair
Sheetrock Repair
Popcorn Ceilings
Exterior House Painting
Search
The Carrigan Archives
Recent Case Studies
Ceilings
and Walls
- Ceiling Repair and Painting Services. (64)
- Ceiling Repairs. (14)
- Ceiling Replacement. (5)
- Drywall Ceilings. (11)
- Insurance Repairs (23)
- Plaster Ceilings. (15)
- Water Damaged Ceiling Repair (24)
- Drywall & Plaster. (33)
- Drywall Repair. (10)
- Plaster Repair. (13)
- Skim Coating. (8)
- Exterior Painting. (16)
- Industry Insights (24)
- Behind the Brush (5)
- Failure Analysis (5)
- General (3)
- Materials & Substrates (10)
- Sherwin Williams (2)
- Interior Painting. (60)
- Basement Ceiling Painting (2)
- Bedroom Painters. (7)
- Ceiling Painting. (15)
- Kitchen Painters (1)
- Living Room Painters (7)
- Popcorn Ceiling Services. (20)
- Video (3)
- Wallpaper Removal (2)
- z (14)
- Archive (1)
- Company news (5)
- FAQ (1)
- Guest Posts (2)
Case Studies by Location
Contact
Carrigan Painting
Call or Text:
716-697-3560
Educational
Reading
Post-Popcorn Ceiling Removal Problems
Why Bathroom Ceilings Fail and How to fix it
Drywall Repair vs Drywall Installation
Plaster Repair vs Drywall Repair
Materials & Methods