Spray vs. Brush: Pros and Cons of Different Painting Techniques

Nov292023

Introduction

When it comes to giving your home a fresh new look, choosing the right painting technique is crucial. A well-executed paint job not only enhances the aesthetics of your house but also protects it from the elements. Two popular methods for house painting are spray painting and brush/roller painting. In this blog post, I’ll explore the pros and cons of each technique to help you make an informed decision for your next painting project.

Spray Painting

Spray painting involves using a specialized paint sprayer to apply a fine mist of paint onto the surface. If you do not own a professional paint sprayer, you can rent one. Here are the pros and cons of this technique:

Pros:

Speed and Efficiency: Spray painting is much faster than brush/roller painting, making it an excellent choice for larger and specialized projects or when time is limited.
Smooth Finish: Spray painting can achieve a smoother and more even finish, which is particularly desirable for modern or contemporary design styles and cabinets and trim.
Uniform Coverage: It’s easier to achieve consistent coverage on textured surfaces with a spray gun.
Even Coating: Spray painting minimizes visible brush strokes and allows for a more professional look.

Cons:

Overspray: Without proper precautions and skill, spray painting can result in overspray, which may require additional cleanup and masking.
Masking and Prep Work: More extensive masking and prep work are needed to protect adjacent surfaces from overspray.
Air Quality Concerns: Spray painting generates fine paint particles that can pose health risks if not properly contained. Always use a respirator with new filters.

Brush/Roller Painting

Brush and roller painting is the traditional method of applying paint using brushes and rollers. Here are the pros and cons of this technique:

Pros:

Precision: Brush painting allows for precise control, making it ideal for detailed work and intricate designs.
Cost-Effective: It requires minimal equipment and is a budget-friendly option for small to medium-sized projects.
Versatility: Brush painting can be used effectively on a variety of surfaces, including irregular and uneven ones.
No Overspray: Brush painting doesn’t produce overspray, reducing the risk of damage to adjacent surfaces and health risks are minimized.

Cons:

Time-Consuming: Brush/Roller painting is slower than spray painting, making it less suitable for large-scale projects.
Visible Brush Strokes: Achieving a completely smooth finish can be challenging, as brush strokes may be visible, especially on cabinetry.
Labor-Intensive: Brush painting requires more physical effort and can be tiring for the painter.

Which Technique Is Right for You?

Choosing the right painting technique depends on your specific project and preferences. Consider the following factors:

Project Size: For small to medium-sized projects with intricate details, brush painting may be the better choice. For larger areas, spray painting can save time, especially for exterior painting projects.
Surface Texture: The texture of the surface you’re painting can influence your choice. Spray painting is often preferred for smoother surfaces, while brush and roller painting works well on textured ones. However, spraying stucco or EIFS surfaces works very well.
Budget and Timeline: Consider your budget and the timeframe for your project. While brush painting is cost-effective, spray painting can be quicker for large projects.
Professional Assistance: Hiring Lexington professional painters can ensure a high-quality finish regardless of the technique used. We have the expertise to choose the best method for your specific needs.

Conclusion

In the world of house painting, the choice between spray painting and brush/roller painting ultimately comes down to the specifics of your project. Both techniques have their pros and cons, and the best approach may vary from one situation to another. Whether you decide to spray or brush, the key to a successful painting project is careful planning, proper preparation, and attention to detail. If you’re unsure, consulting with professional painters in Lexington will help you make the right choice and achieve the beautiful, long-lasting results you desire for your home.

Contact us today at 859-321-7344 to discuss your painting project and let us help you bring your home painting project to life. We offer a wide array of professional and affordable painting services and free painting estimates.

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Categories: Commercial Painting & Remodeling, Home Painting & RemodelingBy Keith Zafren November 29, 2023

“They did a wonderful job painting the ceiling and walls. The new color we picked was a close match and we actually liked better because the cream is brighter, happier color. The place looks bigger and more open without the black ceiling and they touched up the holes from nails on the walls in the rooms and bathrooms. The project manager was very responsive to any concerns we had and the painters were well mannered and polite.” – Kyle & Michelle, 5 Star Google Review

Kyle & MichelleGoogle Review

“We hired My Three Sons to remove the textured ceilings in a new home we purchased in December 2020. The job was sizable, requiring the removal of approximately 3400 square feet of textured surface. Tony, our project manager, successfully finished the job over a relatively short period with great care and attention to detail. Looking at our ceilings now, you would never know they were once textured–they are perfectly smooth, pristine, and look original to the house. Moreover, the removal of the texture brightened the light in our home significantly and modernized the overall look immediately. We can’t say enough about how professional My Three Sons was or what a great job they did. Amongst all the many, large-scale projects we tackled in our new home, refinishing the ceilings resulted in one of our favorite finished products and it is something we are so glad we did with My Three Sons.”

Robert DorfmanLexington KY

“I am impressed with Keith’s follow up. They had refinished my decks about two years ago, and one of the decks began showing accelerated age at the end of last year. I contacted Keith and he promptly came out to see for himself. Not only did he come, but he brought the manufacturer rep of the product used. They agreed that the deck did not represent what they expected in terms of quality. He scheduled a time that day to come back out, strip, and redo the entire deck. He said it was the right thing to do. Thank you very much for your exceptional follow up!”

Joe Mahr

“My Three Sons were very dependable, professional and did an outstanding job!! I would definitely recommend them to anyone and will definitely use them in the future!”

Kim WolfLexington KY

“My Three Sons Painting finished painting my dining room and two rooms of trim repair and repaint today, and I couldn’t be happier! Tony and Justin came in with masks on to keep me safe, covers to keep my floors and furniture safe, and then they worked their magic. They were at my house for two days and started both by letting me know what they planned to do that day, and asked if I had questions or changes. They ended each day by letting me know exactly what they had completed, and asked if I had questions or changes. They were friendly, thorough, and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with their work. I may not ever DIY with painting anymore, it makes such a difference when a professional does it!”

Gail BurgeLexington KY

“We were very happy with My Three Sons Painting. Bryan and Roger are a great team, very knowledgeable and do quick work. We were not scheduled weeks out, just a few days unlike most other companies. Highly recommend if you want a job done quickly and timely.” Charlie, 5 Star Google Review

CharlieGoogle Review

“This has to be the best company I’ve ever used. We were doing some renovations, and they came highly recommended. They showed up on time, they staid late if necessary, and cleaned up better than it was before they started. They went above and beyond. The past companies we had used were a total nightmare, but My Three Sons is unbelievably excellent, and they’re the hardest working people I’ve ever seen! I’d give them an A+ if I could!“

George Allgeier, Lexington Attorney

“Thank you for the great work your team did. Yes, I know some mistakes happened but the pro active response on trying to fix the problem and then the extra work to make sure we were satisfied customers is why we will be using you again. Thank you for going above and beyond.“

Amanda SeitzLexington KY

“Keith and Carlos rebuilt a screened porch and deck that had been poorly constructed initially. Their product and craft was as described and they communicated well. I was much happier with the end result. Since completion there have been some minor issues that needed attention. Keith has communicated immediately and Carlos has fixed in a timely manner. They can be relied upon to follow thorough with their guarantee. I would not hesitate to use them again for further projects.” – Amanda S., 5 Star Google Review

Amanda SorrellGoogle Review

“Painters in Lexington – My Three Sons Professional Painting Services. We hired this company to stain our deck. It’s a new deck that we spent a lot of time (and $$) to build, so we wanted the initial staining to be done well to protect our investment. We got numerous bids and while My Three Sons was not the lowest price, they were an easy choice for our project. The initial estimate process was very professional, knowledgeable, and plan clearly explained. Follow-up calls were not done in an annoying/pestering way. When it was time to move forward, the communication moved to a different person, but the transition was smooth with no drop in customer service. The project started exactly when promised, the crew on-site was professional, stayed busy, and communicated very clearly when they were leaving both days for what to expect next. We’ve had our share of bad experiences with contractors not showing, communicating, poor quality, etc. My Three Sons has been the best contractor experience that we have ever had. When we’re ready for our next painting/staining project, we’ll definitely return to this company!“

Kris MillerLexington KY

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My Three Sons Professional Painting Services

4.9

Gary Gaffield

17:10 15 Mar 18

I just had four rooms painted by My Three Sons and they did an incredible job. Quick, neat, careful, well organized, conscientious, polite, always on time, and they did a beautiful job. I've never had a better experience with painters and have never had a project look so good. Travis, the crew leader, was always professional and a real pleasure to work with, the kind of person I was happy to trust with my home. Though they didn't submit the lowest bid, their price was very fair and very competitive and their thoroughness in assessing the job and preparing their estimate was impressive, head and shoulders above any of the others I called. It made it easy to choose them for the job. Keith, the owner, even helped pick out the colors.

Nancy Olson

21:14 16 Jan 18

We are so pleased with the work performed by My Three Sons Professional Painting. They painted the entire interior of our home and transformed our home. Travis and his crew were such a pleasure to have around, worked really hard, and cleaned up after themselves at the end of every work day. They certainly cared about doing a good job for us, and it was reflected in the finished product. During the middle of the project, we went out of town for a week. We felt very safe leaving them in our home knowing that they could be trusted with the keys to our home and that they would not cut corners on the job while we were away. Keith was so great to work with and followed up on every question or concern we had. We are happy that we chose My Three Sons Painting to do our job and will certainly call on them for any future painting projects we might have.

Leigh Wells

19:34 15 Mar 18

My Three Sons Painting never lets us down. We recently had our kitchen cabinets redone. They took so much time preparing them before painting and it shows. They turned out beautiful!! This was not the first time we have hired My Three Sons Painting and it definitely won't be the last!

UK Rehab

14:45 29 Sep 17

I found My Three Sons online. They painted a door and frame, patched and painted a wall, and sanded, primed, and painted an unfinished fireplace mantel. Keith, the owner, was amazing. He was always on time, detailed with his assessment of the project, explained everything thoroughly, and was in contact with me regularly throughout the process. Best of all, Keith was able to schedule me in for the NEXT DAY - a SATURDAY since my project was fairly small and he had an employee willing to work a weekend. Keith came over the day painting began and went over the to-do list with the painter personally. He brought all of the supplies needed and checked in with me each day to make sure I was satisfied with the work. If I contacted him with a question, I heard back from him within minutes. You couldn't ask for a nicer, more professional guy. I felt like he genuinely cared that I was not only happy with the work, but the entire experience. I also felt that they made my time and schedule a priority. Ben, the painter who did the work was great as well. He showed up when he said he would, worked efficiently, was very neat, and was very courteous and polite. He did a wonderful job. Based on the above, I really have no reason to look for another painting company. I trust My Three Sons and plan to use them for all of our painting needs in the future.

Susan Parker Weatherford

10:09 01 Oct 17

My Three Sons Professional Painting came highly recommended to me by several neighbors and friends. The bid was accurate, the work was done as soon as my other contractors finished the exterior construction, and the painters were professional, efficient and kind. Keith and his whole crew were a pleasure to work with. My entire house looks just wonderful and I get great comments all the time from neighbors about what a nice job they did! I would highly recommend My Three Sons Professional Painting for interior or exterior painting on your home.

Mike Anderson

17:07 23 Nov 19

We originally obtained three bids to paint the interior of our house. Unfortunately, we elected to go with a local franchise of a national company that was less expensive. The online reviews were positive and a friend had used them with good results. This turned out to be one of the biggest mistakes we have made. Be aware that reviews may be crew-specific. Some of the individuals sent to paint our home were careless and borderline incompetent. We had to clean for about two hours each night after they left and the end result was much worse than if I had done the job myself. We then contacted Keith at My Three Sons to come in and paint the woodwork. I cannot express the difference between the two companies. Geyner and Christopher have cared for our home like it was their own. The workmanship is fantastic. These gentlemen are professionals and take pride in their craft; totally unlike our previous experience. I give My Three Sons my highest recommendation. Keith is a man of integrity and stands behind his company’s work. We will not waste our time with bids for our next painting job. I will consider no one else.

Sam Pruden

22:00 03 Dec 19

I wanted to commend My Three Sons Professional Painting Services (Painters in Lexington) for the job they did on the outside of my house. I hated the color of the brick and had tried to remedy by having someone else dye the brick; it looked like he had put graffiti on my house. Keith, the owner, did some research on what I could do to fix it. We decided on a lime wash paint and it looks great. I have had several compliments within just a few days. I will use them for any painting needs in the future as well

Al Creque

21:04 21 Oct 19

My Three Sons Professional Painting did excellent work at our home. We had our master bathroom, front entry and door, and our garage door painted. They always showed up on time, worked conscientiously, and the results were fantastic. Very professional job. I highly recommend them for any painting around your home.

Lechia Robinson

22:40 09 Oct 19

My Three Sons Painting painted several pieces of trim work and a small bedroom for me. I am very satisfied with with the end result. Keith Zafren, Ryan, Terry and Justin were all very professional, competent, friendly and polite. Thank you Keith, Ryan, Justin and Terry for the excellent work!I will be calling on you again.

Monica Scott

00:50 18 Jul 19

Keith and his team from My Three Sons EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS in every which way! We are extremely satisfied with the outcome of the interior paint provided by My Three Sons and enjoyed working with the staff each day. Very kind, very professional, and worth every penny. Thank you, Keith and your wonderful staff!

J Waldmann

20:39 10 Feb 21

I hired My Three Sons to remove the textured ceilings in a new home I purchased in December 2020. The job was sizable, requiring the removal of approximately 3400 square feet of textured surface. Tony, our project manager, successfully finished the job over a relatively short period with great care and attention to detail. Looking at our ceilings now, you would never know they were once textured--they are perfectly smooth, pristine, and look original to the house. Moreover, the removal of the texture brightened the light in our home significantly and modernized the overall look immediately. I can't say enough about how professional My Three Sons was or what a great job they did. Amongst all the many, large-scale projects we tackled in our new home, refinishing the ceilings resulted in one of our favorite finished products and it is something we are so glad we did with My Three Sons.

Ava Taylor

21:51 05 Dec 20

We could not be happier with the quality of the work. The ceilings went from textured to absolutely flawless and smooth. The work was done in a very professional manner. There was virtually no dust and extra care was taken to protect floors and furnishings. They were prompt and the work was completed in an amazing timeline. We highly recommend My Three Sons to smooth out textured ceilings and also paint.Ava and Ken Taylor

Vivian C

16:24 19 Jan 21

With these painters in Lexington you get what you pay for - a premium result done by courteous professionals who care about your satisfaction and your property. Great communication kept us informed along the way. Highly recommend

Kris Miller

16:33 15 Oct 20

Painters in Lexington - My Three Sons Professional Painting Services. We hired this company to stain our deck. It’s a new deck that we spent a lot of time (and $$) to build, so we wanted the initial staining to be done well to protect our investment. We got numerous bids and while My Three Sons was not the lowest price, they were an easy choice for our project. The initial estimate process was very professional, knowledgeable, and plan clearly explained. Follow-up calls were not done in an annoying/pestering way. When it was time to move forward, the communication moved to a different person, but the transition was smooth with no drop in customer service. The project started exactly when promised, the crew on-site was professional, stayed busy, and communicated very clearly when they were leaving both days for what to expect next. We’ve had our share of bad experiences with contractors not showing, communicating, poor quality, etc. My Three Sons has been the best contractor experience that we have ever had. When we’re ready for our next painting/staining project, we’ll definitely return to this company!

Nancy Jones

14:23 14 Nov 20

We had our house limewashed and we couldn’t be happier with the results. My Three Sons painting knew exactly what we were looking for. If you are looking for Lexington painters contact them. They were so helpful and easy to work with. We had a certain look we wanted and they were glad to repaint and rewash as much as needed to get the exact finished product.

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Spray vs. Brush: Pros and Cons of Different Painting Techniques

Introduction

Spray Painting

Pros:

Cons:

Brush/Roller Painting

Pros:

Cons:

Which Technique Is Right for You?

Conclusion

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