05/21/2026
A lot of people only see the finished paint job. They don’t see what’s underneath.
These columns looked decent from the ground, but once we soft washed them, years of failed paint layers, poor prep, trapped moisture, and shortcut repairs started showing themselves fast. Paint was literally peeling off in sheets.
This is exactly why proper prep matters.
Anybody can throw another coat of paint on something and make it look good for a little while. The hard part is taking the time to remove failing coatings, correct the underlying issues, and do the work the right way so it actually lasts.
The amount of detail work in these column capitals is incredibly time consuming, but this is the kind of craftsmanship that separates true restoration work from a quick repaint.
At Pinnacle Painters, we believe the quality of the finish is only as good as the preparation underneath it.
Preparation. Precision. Pinnacle.