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The cost for oil-based paint is $20 to $70 per gallon. Oil-based paint provides a smoother application but requires a longer drying time. The extended drying time is helpful if you make a mistake. With this paint, you will also notice more thorough coverage. Some of the disadvantages of this type of paint include the fact that it is a more expensive option, is high in environmentally harmful VOCs, and requires a daunting clean-up with mineral spirits or turpentine It is prone to cracking, fading, and yellowing.

While tipping house painters is neither expected nor required, you may want to do so, especially if they exceeded your expectations in any way or went above and beyond for the job. How much? Some advocate tipping 15 to 2o percent, but on a $5,000 bill, that adds up to a whole lot. I like this advice I found in a Washington Post story better: It recommends a $10 to $20 tip, plus a glowing online review. “Even better than a tip, however, would be to give the painter a positive review on Yelp, HomeAdvisor or similar websites. And consider providing breakfast (coffee and doughnuts) or a pizza lunch for the crew.”
An eclectic mix of historic buildings, apartment complexes, multi-unit condo buildings, and luxury new-construction condominiums make up the majority of the neighborhood. In fact, some of the nicest Wicker Park condos and homes are located in the historic district located just south of North Ave and Six Corners (intersection of Milwaukee, North, and N Damen Avenues).