Painting New Construction Home Hardwood Floors Polyurethane finishes look “plastic”, are prone to scratching, and need to be recoated frequently. Choosing a Finish for Hardwood Floors. Coordination and sequencing of Floor finishes and Wall finishes many times leads to damage to walls by floor finishers, or damage to floors by … Read More
Builders, subcontractors, and homeowners many times find it difficult to sequence the various steps during new home construction. Hardwood floor installation, staining, and finishing typically create one of the biggest logistical challenges to the project manager. Wall and ceiling painting many times involves ladders and scaffolding, which can damage freshly … Read More
Q I have read that gluing drywall to the studs is the best way to eliminate nail pops. We have spent thousands on drywall repair ( including the mess! ) repairing nail pops in our present home and I wanted to avoid this in our new home if possible. Also, what … Read More
Carpenter Bees hate the smell of Bee Stop, an all natural carpenter bee deterrent that also deters many other flying insects. It is not a poison, or insecticide. It is simply a proven blend of oils to just deter the bees away from structures, without killing them. Bee Stop is … Read More
If you’re building a new horse barn, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right wood finish system. The wood surfaces in your barn are exposed to moisture, UV rays, and other environmental factors that can cause damage and reduce the sanitation, beauty, and lifespan of … Read More
Andriots Paint Source is the trusted Best Family owned Paint Store for procuring and implementing the finest and most functional coatings and wood finishes for new home or remodeling projects. Andriots Paint Source Network consists of Design / Builders and their Finish Contractors who have aligned with Premium Coatings Suppliers … Read More
I am Doug with Andriots Paint Source. Here we will discuss our experience with Farrow & Ball Paint. Farrow & Ball is a paint company that is known for producing high-quality, premium paint with a focus on rich, deep colors. They use a unique paint-making process that combines traditional methods … Read More
Andriots Paint Source features the 11 new paint colors from Farrow & Ball here: New Farrow & Ball Colors 2022New Farrow & Ball colours are debuting in the brand’s showrooms and online on September 29, 2022. We encourage you to overwhelm your senses with a colour sample from Farrow & … Read More
Builders should always consider Lexel, NP-1, Geocel, Big Stretch, or Allpro Pro Stretch for ALL CAULKING on any new home. 2.Builders and painters should be using Waterlox Tung Oil Finishes for all wood surfaces in our forever home for all interior wood surfaces including hardwood floors, cabinets, trim, and counter tops. How can you possibly allow … Read More
See Nature Color on some elegant wood structures here: Structures Gallery Structures Nature Color wood coating system is a proven exterior translucent satin wood finish. The special oil alkyd resin formulation is combined with special iron oxide, ultraviolet reflecting/ absorbing pigments. This protection formulation is intended to establish and sustain … Read More
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Waterlox represents our finest choice of wood finish and protectant for Bourbon Barrel Wood creations and elements. The following creations from LM Handcrafted Designs showcase Waterlox as their featured finish. Planter or Ice Tub with Waterlox Marine Finish
For clients to achieve Andriots Certified Caulking Solution, we insist on Elastomeric or Acrylic Urethane caulking for all projects we specify or guarantee. Most of your projects will likely require 3 very specific individual caulking products for 3 specific surfaces on any new home, or remodelling project. Our Choice Solutions … Read More
Doug Wilson Paint and Wood Coatings Consultant At Andriots Paint Source, our mission is to provide the best painting and wood care advice and solutions to homeowners, contractors, and commercial property owners. We possess expertise in all areas of paint and wood coatings. Please contact us for a quick chat … Read More
BEES ARE IMPORTANT Bees play an important role in the ecosystem. They provide honey, beeswax, and perform pollination. By continuously pollinating the ecosystem, bees create sustainable farming, help biodiversity and environmental protection, and creates food security. By studying bees and their behaviors, scientists can determine the environment’s current situation and … Read More
Andriots Paint is the #1 Benjamin Moore Dealer in Ky and the Midwest. Andriots has sold Benjamin Moore Paint for over 40 years. Please engage Andriots team of Benjamin Moore Paint experts before your next project. Over ten years ago, Benjamin Moore revamped their entire paint-making process with new formulas, … Read More
Aegean Teal, which was Benjamin Moore 2021 Color of the Year, is a combination of blue-green, blue, green, and gray according to Doug Wilson, founder and editor of The Painting Information Network. “Aegean Teal is a such a fantasic example that demonstrates the difference between Andriots Paint, Sherwin Williams Paint, … Read More
1. BEAUTYBrings out the inherent beauty and character of wood2. DURABILITYPenetrates into wood fibers to build a waterproof film that locks out water 3. EASY TO USESelf-leveling during application and simple recoating process 4. FOOD-SAFEPerfect for countertops, cutting boards, serving trays and utensils 5. FAMILY TRADITIONSince 1910, the Hawkins family … Read More
If you live in a doghouse, and have real wood floors, then Andriots Paint and Fine Wood Finishes can help you choose the best wood finish for your floors. Waterlox represents the best performing, lowest maintenance, with no sanding ever in the life of a Waterlox coated floor. When rejuvenation is … Read More