Painter Contractor Job Description

A painter contractor is a professional who specializes in painting jobs. This profession does not only focus on painting as their name implies but their work encompasses the application of finishes on ceilings, walls and other surfaces which may require finishing. This means that their medium is not limited to paint but also includes others such as paper, vinyl and fabric. One other job that may be included in this description is the need to smooth over a particularly rough surface. Damage to the wall or ceiling made by nails and the scraping off of the older paint should be smoothed over before the application of the selected medium

Other Mediums

Other than paper, fabric and vinyl, there are also other mediums that the painter contractor might use to do the job. Varnishes and other similar forms of applications can be included in the mediums that this professional might use. Some wood and stone might also be included in their medium of choice, but this is unusual unless it is specified that he can actually do it. The kind of paint to be used is dependent on the type of surface it is to be applied on. Metal, wood, brick, concrete and other materials need different kinds of paint. Some types of paint do not adhere well to certain surfaces. In addition to knowing which paint to use on a given surface, the professional should also be skilled enough to determine the exact colors needed for the finishing job.

Purposes

There are practical reasons why this job is required for residential and commercial service. Aesthetics is one of the primary reasons why a paint job or a finishing job may be necessary for a house or a commercial building. Another valid reason for the use of these services is to ensure that the outer and inner surfaces of the establishment or domicile are protected. Paint and other mediums are a form of protection from the elements. The outer walls and even the roof will benefit from a good finishing job if done properly by the painter contractor. These are highly susceptible to rust or overall deterioration due to constant exposure to rain and other elements, but with paint, they can last longer. On the other hand, interior finishes benefit the home owner by protecting the walls and ceiling from possible damage done by cooking and other daily domestic chores.

Finishing touches such as designs and murals are also part of the job description. These are painted directly on the wall or ceiling as designs which are uniquely tailored to the home owner's specifications. Some business establishments or stores also prefer to have their own personalized paint jobs which reflect their style. Wallpaper is another job that a painter contractor specializes in. Paper hanging is a detailed job that requires an eye for perfection. Before the paper can be hung, the surface needs to be cleaned from debris, oil and dirt, which can all impede the appearance of the result. An older application of wallpaper on the wall will need to be scraped off and cleaned adequately before the new application commences.