http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/ en dchism@chismbrothers.com Copyright 2010 2010-03-01T15:22:23+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/la_jolla_cabinet_kitchen_makeover_project/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/la_jolla_cabinet_kitchen_makeover_project/#When:15:22:23Z Exhibiting superior artisanship and skill, Chism Brothers recently completed a kitchen and “Butler’s Pantry” makeover on Hillside Drive in La Jolla.  The owners have been relying on the paint professionals at Chism Brothers since 1989 when they purchased their home and needed some updating throughout.  Twenty-one years later, these delighted homeowners still trust Chism Brothers to complete their difficult projects. One challenge to this recent project was that it needed to be completed while the owners were away and, because the homeowners have come to trust Chism Brothers staff like family, they were given access to the home throughout the weeklong project.  The Chism Brothers professionals began the update by removing old shelf liner, contact paper and then sanded and primed the kitchen cabinets in preparation for the acrylic water borne paint product used to repaint the cabinets.  This paint looks and performs like the traditional oil base paint.  However, the odor and overspray drift problems are minimized with this paint.  The cabinets, doors, windows, crown and base all received a coat of primer and a finishing coat of semi gloss.  The wall and ceiling each received a finishing coat of low sheen paint. Upon their return home, the owners were thrilled with the completed kitchen.  The look and feel were just as they had anticipated when they contracted Chism Brothers for this project.  Chism Brothers will now move outside the Hillside Drive home to begin work on structures that have received on-going sun and rain damage.  Wood rot on several structures will be repaired, and shutters, door thresholds and wood planters will receive maintenance paint work.   2010-03-01T15:22:23+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/quick_tip_on_maintaining_your_vinyl_fencing_or_windows/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/quick_tip_on_maintaining_your_vinyl_fencing_or_windows/#When:13:39:02Z Vinyl replacement windows, doors, fencing and gates have become quite popular the last 10 years. In fact, almost all new homes communities come standard with vinyl products. It appears that vinyl, overall, has done quite a good job withstanding the California sun, but it still is showing signs of weathering. Typically, vinyl products show their age by changing color, chipping, or cracking. This all depends on the exposure the vinyl gets from elements such as mildew, mold, water, salt and sun.  To help prolong the life of your vinyl windows, doors or fencing, Chism Brothers Painting suggest that you clean the surfaces at least once a year. Sometimes a simple pressure-wash with just water will do the trick. If you live in the coastal communities, we’d suggest using a biodegradable (green-friendly) detergent or a mixture of bleach and water. The bleach kills mildew and some mold. If you decide to use bleach, make sure you protect your landscape, as bleach will burn your plants very quickly. To avoid the burning of your landscape, quickly spray down the area with water. Finally, if using bleach or a mild soap, you may need to use a sponge to wipe down the surfaces to help remove harmful elements.  In some cases, a clear sealer can be applied to vinyl surfaces. However, keeping them clean will avoid having to use a sealer. If you don’t want to tackle this job yourself, Chism Brothers can accomplish this project through our Painter For a Day program.  Homeowner Paint Tips 2010-02-20T13:39:02+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/quality_paint_warranties_in_san_diego_and_la_jolla/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/quality_paint_warranties_in_san_diego_and_la_jolla/#When:18:32:20Z If you are on the look out for a quality painting company in San Diego, Mission Hills, Del Mar or La Jolla, Chism Brothers Painting has one of the best guarantees in town. Most painters in San Diego will warranty their work for 1-3 years. Some of the more well known companies we have seen offer a two-year warranty. When our clients with with Chism Brothers, they get two things: 1) A 5 year warranty on our workmanship and 2) a No Questions Asked Guarantee. The no questions asked guarantee means that we will do the right thing. We won’t make you feel terrible if you call us with a warranty question. We like to consider ourselves the “Nordstrom” of painting contractors. You will always feel comfortable with our painters, our service and the quality.   Homeowner Paint Tips 2010-02-04T18:32:20+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/la_jolla_historical_society_dedication_of_cottage_house/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/la_jolla_historical_society_dedication_of_cottage_house/#When:15:27:30Z The La Jolla Historical Society will be having an open house this Saturday, February 6th to dedicate the newly restored Cottage House. Chism Brothers Painting was one of the main volunteers in the restoration of this historical property. There is expected to be a large turnout. Please join the Historical Society to see the changes that have been made. For more information, visit the La Jolla Historical website. Community 2010-02-04T15:27:30+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/las_patronas_jewel_ball_preparation_begins/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/las_patronas_jewel_ball_preparation_begins/#When:14:06:36Z Two weeks ago the nonprofit group, Las Patronas of La Jolla, began their preparation of their annual Jewel Ball. They kicked off January by painting the backdrops for this year’s theme. Chism Brothers Painting has been assistanting Las Patronas every January for over 16 years. They setup the paint sprayers and begin the several hour process of painting over last year’s Jewel Ball themes. One of the highlights is having some of the wives and their husbands take turns pulling the trigger on the paint sprayers with the supervision of a Chism employee. It is their once a year stab at painting without having to mask and cover the surrounding areas: they just paint. Las Patronas is a women’s group that raises money for San Diego-based nonprofit groups. They will typically donate vehicles, equipment and supplies, all which come from the fund raising efforts of the Jewel Ball. The Jewel Ball this year will be held at the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club on August, 8th: The theme: Silk and Spice. To learn more about Las Patronas, visit their website or consider donating HERE. Community 2010-01-20T14:06:36+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/chism_brothers_on_angies_list_san_diego/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/chism_brothers_on_angies_list_san_diego/#When:15:22:55Z We just wanted to say a quick Thank You to four of our clients who took the extra time to write some great reports about their experience with Chism Brothers Painting. We recently got reconnected with Angie’s List and realized we had 4 positive reports on the “List.” We are very grateful. Our mission is to provide a one of a kind experience simply by doing the right thing. It is so nice to see great reviews when we never asked them to write a review. Thank you so much for the kind words. We are not perfect! The one thing we can promise is that we WILL do the right thing. If something is not quite right, we’ll take care of it: no questions asked. Become a member of Angie’s List and write reports on your experience with service companies in San Diego.   Company News 2010-01-15T15:22:55+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/happy_new_year_from_chism_brothers_painting/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/happy_new_year_from_chism_brothers_painting/#When:16:40:18Z We wanted to wish all of our customers and those who stumble upon this post a very Happy New Year! We are off to a busy start. Our painting projects are ranging from a Penthouse near downtown renovation, an exterior repaint in Mission Hills to a repaint and repair work on a custom home in the Del Sur area: near Fairbanks Ranch. We are keeping our painters busy but we still have room for more work. So if you need any painting completed on your home, give Chism Brothers a try. We typically work the coastal areas of San Diego but will gladly discuss your painting needs with you. We hope to hear from you soon. Oh ...and by the way, if you are searching from an iPhone, we’ve recently made our website more mobile friendly! Company News 2010-01-11T16:40:18+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/chism_brothers_painting_wishes_you_all_a_merry_christmas/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/chism_brothers_painting_wishes_you_all_a_merry_christmas/#When:11:02:10Z All of us at Chism Brothers Painting want to wish all of our clients and friends a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for another great year of using our painting services. Our office will be closed Christmas Eve in the afternoon and Christmas Day. Some of our painters will be doing a few projects the week between Christmas and New Years. If you wish to have any painting done over the holidays, please email Mike Chism.  By the way, Chism Brothers provides painting services throughout San Diego county. However, we are best known in the following communities: La Jolla and Pacific Beach Del Mar and Solana Beach Mission Hills and Bankers Hill Kensington Our specialty is the repainting of fine homes. If you are looking for a quality coastal painting company, our goal is to do the right thing. You will always be treated with the utmost professionalism.    Company News 2009-12-24T11:02:10+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/kudzu_reviews_of_chism_brothers_painting/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/kudzu_reviews_of_chism_brothers_painting/#When:01:09:53Z We have not advertised on Kudzu but are excited to see that we currently have 12 reviews from our clients. We are always so encouraged and grateful when our customers send us notes, emails, letters and online reviews of their positive experience with our painting services. Our mission is to provide a one of a kind painting experience, simply by doing the right thing. Thank you to our wonderful painting clients for helping us continue to provide excellent paint services for the coastal community of San Diego.  View our current REVIEWS. Chism Brothers Painting provides fine painting services for clients who live in Mission Hills, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Del Mar and a other parts of San Diego. Our clients hire us because they want a professional staff to handle their paint job with no hassles. We do not do average painting projects. We really like to work with homeowners and contractors who put quality as their top priority.  Company News 2009-12-14T01:09:53+00:00 http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/la_jolla_cottage_house_painting_project_complete/ http://www.chismbrothers.com/blog/la_jolla_cottage_house_painting_project_complete/#When:14:18:30Z Mike Chism, President of Chism Bros. Painting, and John Peek, owner of Peek Bros. Painting joined forces again to volunteer for the painting of the La Jolla Historical’s Cottage House. Two of La Jolla’s best painting companies worked side by side painting the interior surfaces of this historical property. The property looks virtually brand new. Stop by and take a look! It is such a joy to see two competitors as friends. They know that in La Jolla enough work is available for both of their successful companies. If you are looking for a painting contractor you can trust, you will not be disappointed with either company. I, David Chism, am a little biase as my father is Mike Chism. I love to brag at the way he hires his employees, runs his jobs and treats his clients. He always does the right thing. Community 2009-12-07T14:18:30+00:00