Welcome to the Monarch Painting and Power Washing Blog!

Hello everyone! Welcome to our newest section of our website, our Homeowner Information Blog! We are excited to have you as a reader and hope you will return frequently to read interesting tips and information about all things Painting and Power Washing. Jorge Rios, owner-operator, has been painting and remodeling for over 18 years and has experienced every type of painting and resurfacing situation imaginable. We were inspired to write this blog based on the most common questions that we have gotten through the years about all things painting and power washing! We hope that this painting and power washing blog can be a resource for home owners and a starting place for information about any projects you are considering.

Topics will include these and more:

• Interior resurfacing and painting:

  • What are the steps to repairing drywall damage from holes or leaks?

  • How can you stop stains from coming through on ceilings?

  • What products do you use to control water damage in the bathrooms?

  • How do you repair nail pops?

  • How do you get rid of water, mold or cigarette staining?

  • How many coats of paint are needed on surfaces?

  • How can you remove the texture from my walls?

  • How can you remove popcorn-ceilings?

  • How can you remove wallpaper?

  • What are the differences between paint finishes? Which finishes are best for which surfaces?

  • Do I need to “dry-lock” my basement? What does that mean and how do you apply it?

  • How can you remove the carpet from my stairs and refinish the wood?

  • How do you install or paint wainscoting, crown-molding or new trim?

  • What are the differences, pros, and cons of major paint brands? Which one does Monarch Painting use and why?

  • What are the steps to refinish cabinetry and furniture? What are the best products?

  • How can you apply an epoxy floor coating in my garage, gym or basement?

  • What is skim-coating and would that work for me?

• Exterior surface care

  • What is the correct way technique to pressure wash your home?

  • Can you paint vinyl shutters and siding?

  • What products are best for painting exterior doors?

  • What are the differences between different stain types? Which ones does Monarch Painting recommend?

  • How can you repaint window trim?

  • What are some important considerations for painting historic praoperties?

  • How can you check for or remediate lead paint on my exterior structures? Do I need to remove it?

• How can I repair or refinish my deck? What are the top products to save damaged wood surfaces?

• Power Washing Topics

  • Do you power wash windows?

  • What types of products are the best to remove driveway discoloration and staining?

  • How can you power wash pavers?

  • Can you power wash vehicles, boats and more?

  • Should you power wash before you paint th

e exterior of a home?

• Are there benefits to power washing every year?

• How can you power wash an historic property? What are the best products to use and some considerations for my project?

We are writing these blog posts with the wisdom that has come from our prior experiences and with the professional knowledge we have gained over the many years of serving homeowners and business owners. That being said, every individual case is different and you should always contact a professional to get advice about your particular project, because your individual needs may require different or additional products, techniques or considerations. If you have any questions you would like to see answered, please email us

at monarchpaintingNJ@gmail.com and we will be happy to answer your question and include your topic on our blog!