Purple Painting Blog

In wildfire areas the worry is embers getting into gaps. A normal bead of caulk at the soffit helps, but it's not a substitute for the real fire-safe steps.

Limewash, lime paint or integral plaster? How these breathable, mineral finishes differ and which to choose.

Drywall, wood, stucco and brick. Determining a maintenance plan made easy.

The coastal conditions that speed up wear and tear. Local tips for Santa Barbara residents and businesses.

The new owner of a c.1820 Mennonite cabin that was delivered from Ohio and re-built in Montecito log-by-log. We refreshed the window boxes and second story exterior, showing our range of restoration services.