How Do You Deal with Plants, Bushes, or Shrubs During an Exterior Painting Project?

January 2, 2025

Your landscaping is a vital part of your home’s curb appeal, just like a fresh coat of paint. Together, they create a welcoming first impression, blending natural beauty with a polished, well-maintained exterior. At Spray ’n Coat Painting, we know how important it is to protect your plants, bushes, and shrubs while delivering a high-quality exterior paint job that enhances your home’s overall curb appeal.

Here’s how we carefully manage your landscaping during an exterior painting project:

1. Trimming Back Overgrowth
Overgrown bushes, shrubs, or tree branches close to your home can interfere with the painting process and even touch wet paint, leading to smudges or an uneven finish. To avoid these issues, we recommend trimming back foliage before the project begins.

Not only does this make it easier for our team to work, but it also leaves your landscaping looking tidy and refreshed—a perfect complement to your home’s newly painted exterior. If you’re unable to handle this step beforehand, no problem! We’ll discuss the best approach to ensure your landscaping and home are fully prepared for painting.

2. Covering and Protecting Your Landscaping
Your landscaping plays a huge role in your home’s curb appeal, and we take every precaution to protect it during the painting process. Before we start, we carefully cover plants, shrubs, and flower beds with breathable drop cloths or plastic sheeting.

These coverings are securely placed to prevent paint splatter and overspray while still allowing air circulation to protect the health of your greenery. This extra step ensures that your plants remain safe and your property stays looking its best throughout the project.

3. Creating Work Space Around the Home
To help our team work efficiently and avoid damaging your landscaping, we ask that movable items—such as potted plants, garden furniture, or lawn decorations—be placed at least 8 feet away from your home’s exterior. This creates a clear work area where we can focus on delivering a flawless paint job.

If you need assistance moving heavier items, we’re more than happy to help. A well-organized workspace makes a big difference in achieving a clean, professional finish.

4. Cleaning Up After the Job
Once your home is freshly painted, we make sure everything is cleaned up thoroughly. Protective coverings are carefully removed, and any debris or materials are cleared away.

Your landscaping will be left in pristine condition, looking just as beautiful as before—or even better, thanks to the enhanced curb appeal of your freshly painted home.

5. Minimizing Impact on Your Landscape
At Spray ’n Coat Painting, we understand that your landscaping is an investment and a key element of your home’s charm. That’s why we work methodically around delicate areas, using precision techniques to minimize impact and preserve the integrity of your outdoor spaces.

Our team treats your landscaping with the same level of care and respect we bring to your home’s exterior, ensuring that both remain in excellent condition.

Painting and Landscaping: The Perfect Partnership for Curb Appeal
A beautifully painted home and well-maintained landscaping go hand in hand when it comes to boosting curb appeal. A fresh coat of paint can highlight the natural beauty of your plants and flowers, while your landscaping enhances the attention to detail in your paint job.

When these two elements work together, your home truly shines, creating a space you can take pride in every day.

Schedule Your Free On-Site Estimate Today
At Spray ’n Coat Painting, we’re here to enhance your home’s exterior while protecting your landscaping. With our professional painting services, we’ll add value, beauty, and durability to your property.

Contact us today or fill out our request form to schedule your free on-site estimate. Let’s bring out the best in your home and landscape!

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Project Spotlight: Sealing the Deal at the Caldwell Airport Terminal

May 30, 2025

At Spray ’n Coat Painting, we often get called in to finish what others couldn’t quite get right—and that was the case with this 2,000 sq. ft. concrete floor coating project at the Caldwell Airport terminal. The building, now home to a private charter company, needed a durable and clean finish to make the space more welcoming for employees and travelers. Project Background This terminal originally had carpet in several areas, and after it was removed, thick glue residue was left behind across the concrete floors. Our customer had hired another contractor to handle the coating work, but unfortunately, they lacked the necessary equipment and experience for the job. That’s when we stepped in to get things done right. Our Process To give the customer the clean, sealed finish he was hoping for, our crew tackled the job in several key steps: Joint Filler Replacement: We started by removing the old joint filler and refilling the seams. Heavy Grinding & Surface Prep: Using professional grinding equipment, we stripped away all glue residue and opened up the pores of the concrete to ensure a strong bond. Matte Polyurethane Coating: We applied a commercial-grade polyurethane sealer in a matte finish. This not only improved the look of the space but also provided a stain-resistant, slip-resistant surface that can stand up to heavy foot traffic. Why It Matters For a commercial space like this—where first impressions matter and safety is non-negotiable—the right prep and coating system makes all the difference. The finished floor is now sealed, low-maintenance, and ready to take on day-to-day traffic from both staff and customers.

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