October 14, 2026
Painting a Stucco Home on Sarasota's Keys
Island houses wear paint differently than homes a few miles inland. Here is how salt, wind, sand and bridge traffic shape an exterior repaint on the keys.
Read moreThe painting journal
Straight answers to the questions Sarasota homeowners ask us most, written from what we see on real houses every week.
Written by Cornelia Sherwood, Painting Journal Editor
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October 7, 2026
How Often Should You Repaint a Sarasota House?
Sun, salt and summer storms all shorten paint life on the Gulf Coast. Here is how to judge when your Sarasota house is actually due, room by room and wall by wall.
Read moreSeptember 22, 2026
Exterior Colors That Hold Up in Florida Sun
Strong Gulf Coast sun is hard on certain pigments and kind to others. A practical guide to choosing exterior colors for a Sarasota house that still look right years from now.
Read moreSeptember 8, 2026
Elastomeric vs Acrylic Paint on Stucco
Elastomeric coatings bridge cracks and shed wind-driven rain, while quality acrylics breathe and recoat easily. How to choose between them for a Sarasota block-and-stucco house.
Read moreSeptember 3, 2026
Pool Cage and Lanai Upkeep Between Paint Jobs
A painted screen enclosure and lanai can look good for years longer with a little routine care. Here is the upkeep we suggest to Sarasota homeowners between professional repaints.
Read moreAugust 25, 2026
Timing Exterior Painting Around Rainy Season
Afternoon storms, heavy humidity and hurricane season all shape when exterior paint goes on in Sarasota. How to pick a window and what a careful crew does when summer weather moves in.
Read moreAugust 12, 2026
What to Repaint Before Selling a Sarasota Home
Fresh paint is one of the simplest ways to get a Sarasota home ready for market. Here is where to focus, which colors to choose, and how to time the work around listing photos.
Read moreAugust 11, 2026
How to Get Ready for Interior Painters
A little preparation before interior painters arrive keeps the job moving and protects your belongings. A practical checklist for Sarasota houses and condos, from color decisions to the first week after.
Read moreJuly 28, 2026
Getting HOA Paint Color Approval
Many Sarasota neighborhoods require approval before an exterior color changes. What committees usually look for, what to include in your application, and how to keep the repaint on schedule.
Read moreJuly 14, 2026
Cabinet Painting vs Refacing
Both painting and refacing can give tired cabinets a new look without a full remodel. Here is how they differ, and how to tell which one your Sarasota kitchen actually needs.
Read moreJuly 8, 2026
Interior Paint Sheens for Florida Humidity
Sheen affects how paint looks, how it cleans and how it holds up in damp air. Here is how we choose flat, matte, eggshell, satin and semi-gloss for rooms in a humid Florida house.
Read moreJune 30, 2026
Why Paint Peels on Florida Homes
Peeling paint is almost always a symptom of something underneath. The common causes on Sarasota block, stucco and wood, and the prep that keeps the new coat from failing the same way.
Read moreJune 16, 2026
Repainting a Seasonal Home While You're Away
Many Sarasota homeowners split the year, and summer is a natural time to repaint while the house sits empty. How to plan the job, stay informed from a distance and come home to finished work.
Read moreJune 2, 2026
Pool Deck Coatings Explained
Pool deck coatings range from simple paint to textured overlays. What each option does, how Florida sun and pool chemicals affect them, and what to ask before your deck gets refinished.
Read moreMay 20, 2026
What a Good Painting Quote Should List
Two painting quotes for the same house can describe very different jobs. Here is what a clear, complete quote should spell out, so you can compare Sarasota painters fairly.
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