ColorScapes Professional Painting : December 2010

12.12.10

Thanking all our clients for great year in 2010 !

I would like to personally thank the clients

I have had the pleasure to meet and assist

with renovation projects over 2010.

We are now looking forward to 2011 and

will once again offer the following core services:

1. Interior and Exterior Painting

2. Deck Restorations/Repairs

3. Crown Mould/Chair Rail and Trim Installations

4. Home Theatre Design and Build

5. HVLP Kitchen Cabinet Painting/Repair

6. Pot Light Installation / Microwave Over the Range Installs

(electrician stamped and inspected)

7. Garage and Closet Storage Planning

8. Hardwood Restoration

We do a few other things and we are also happy to train new painters

on airless application technology and hvlp painting.

ColorScapes Painting

9.12.10

Cabinets, Walls and Ceiling - Kilbride Project

Great thanks for the kitchen project Tammy
and Peter K. We added some nice new
Amerock Bronze Brass Hardware to update
the look !

Kitchen spray finished in Target Lacquer Semi-Gloss
Sheen (50 degree) for excellent mar resistance
and cleanability.

ML Campbell Spray Tech Finishing Certification

Our experience in the coatings industry
is second to none and we firmly believe
our work is much better than most
painting contractors in the GTA who
typically quote volume and low-bid
to undercut. We don't deliver service
to low-end clients so they are welcome
to the low end of the ladder in the market.

We price fairly and always with an
eye towards quality using
the best paint products in the industry.

Our commitment to learning new technologies in painting
preparation is well documented with over 20 years experience
with not only working the sales end but also the application
and field experience end. We can talk adhesive ratings
and test results all day of well rated products or we can talk
about how great that new colour looks on your deck or wall - either
way we have a keen interest in modern day coatings application.

All we ask is that you have some colours in mind,
some great ideas about how you want the room to
look and we can get started. !

3.12.10

Canac Kitchens No Longer Manufacturing in Canada

Read the article about Canac's demise and failure to use

Green Technology in its coating application facility in Thornhill

in 2008, prompting the move to Statesville,NC.

Residents often complained about vapour emissions from the

downdraft facilities due to the use of soon to be illegal HAPS

based coatings and lacquers. If you are planning to do

your own cabinets it is wise to avoid oil based or melamine

finishes for these same reasons. Old technology is often

dangerous technology what with solvent cloud ignition

, exposure to Stoddard Solvents, MEK and other

carcinogenic chemicals.

Go the safe route always use waterborne coatings

with soap and water cleanup and fast coalesce cure.

http://www.thestar.com/News/GTA/article/432719

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About Us

Licensed, Registered, Insured with WSIB #768023FJ

25 yrs in the Paint & Coatings Industry for Sherwin Williams, ICI and Benjamin Moore Advanced Coatings Consultant 1994/6 NACE Level 1 Certification 2002 ML Campbell Spray Finishing Certification 1996 Becker Acroma Certification 1998 CNC Certification/Biesse Rover 24C 2012 B.A. Economics Wilfrid Laurier University 1990 Certified Technical Writer Humber College 2007 Our company is WSIB Registered, Insured and is a Registered Ontario Business that can operate in Canada and the United States.

We also make :

Custom Armoires

Dvd Cases/Video Console Boxes

CNC Cut Drawer Fronts/ Valances

Wooden Hunting Cases/ Gun Cases

Jewelry Boxes and Keepsake Boxes

Work Tables and Sanding Benches

Computer Tower Bench Cases

...anything with a case or box!!!

You choose the species and design !

Some Testimonials...

" 2 yrs later, our cabinets still look as good as they day they

were finished by ColorScapes"

P. Dal Bello, Guelph,ON

"From a resale standpoint, cabinets that require refinishing help the homeowner get maximum resale value, so glad we chose to do it"

The Barber Family, Ajax,On

"We tried another overly expensive cabinet company with a fancy gallery and it wasn't near as good as Colorscapes,

We've recommended them several times over..."

S. Carney, Binbrook,On

Thanks so much Steve, we've seen alot of amateurs jump into the refinishing market without understanding the level of effort and expertise required, if they don't have ML Campbell or AcromaPro/Target training, they should not be touching anyone's kitchen in our opinion. This is not a trade for someone with no formal lacquer manufacturer approved applicator training.

"5 yrs later, we still love our refinished kitchens,

The one at our residence AND, the one at our

vacation home"

The Stevenson Family, Toronto,On and Lion's

Head,,ON.

"Dad, the cabinets look amazing..."

N. Kharrat Mount Hope,On

"The kitchen looks really nice with a much needed update"

P and M. Sangster

"The transformation from worn cabinets to like new is impressive!

A. Iaccobelli

" I love the new updated look of our kitchen ! "

K. Van Der Zalm, Hamilton,ON

"Our listing on Summerchase received 30 grand more after our kitchen was refinished for under 2 grand, what more can you ask ?, it was a great decision to go with ColorScapes !"

S. Crawford, River Oaks,Oakville,ON

"I love the new look of our kitchen cabinetry !"

Jenn S, Hamilton,ON

"We love the new look of our refinished kitchen !"

The Palumbo Family, Burlington,ON

" Basement renovation went smoothly and helped us

get the resale dollars we needed to move up as we have

a young family that needs a 4 bedroom home..."

"Barry is very skilled at many things and helped us tie

it all together at an excellent price !"

"I love the doors made for us by ColorScapes, they

are real maple. The price and quality are excellent for a small shop business and we got a nice gift card in return !, win-win in my opinion, this guy is very good at what he does with cabinetry and refinishing"

A. Haybarger, Chicago, Ill.

"Awesome refinishing, we loved the return we got

when we sold our home in under 1 week on MLS ! "

The Davis Family, Oakville,ON

"Truly happy to be done looking at butter pecan

stained woodgrain from the 1980's !"

Alicia and Peter J. Port Credit,ON

"Unreal skill at finishing our cabinetry and

rec room, Highly recommend Barry and ColorScapes"

The Cosgroves, Orangeville,ON

"Over the moon with our resale dollars, cannot believe

the difference in the attention our listing received with

a kitchen update...and, expert work on the wall oven cabinet

you built us, its an exact copy of a high-end door we paid

440.00 for from Masterbrand Cabinet...."

Jim and Sheryl Cosgrove, Orangeville,ON

"Great work Barry, so glad we chose your team for our

kitchen and 2 staircases" Christian and Christie A.

Burlington,ON

"No one else would give us a 5 year warranty,so glad

we went with ColorScapes...I didn't want wall and trim

paint on my cabinets I wanted a factory lacquer..."

Azim H. Burlington,ON

"We wanted to use someone who has over 25 yrs experience with wood coatings and was registered with WSIB and does great work..." Very happy with our refinished kitchen

Peter and Janelle T....

from Barry..." Yes it was a true pleasure to assist in your

goal for maximum resale realization :)"

" What a transformation, thanks for coming up to North Bay to do our kitchen, we love it !"

Sandy and Dave Breck, North Bay

"Outstanding value for our resale..." Ryan and Jen H.

Burlington,ON Nottingham Forest

"Kudos on an amazing refinishing job on my kitchen!"

Don G. Oakville,ON Cairncroft

" This guy is very skilled as a painter and renovator, not only in the sales and knowledge arena but also in application, the sprayed crown moulds look amazing !"

Franca and Angelo M, Oakville,ON Bronte Woods

" It looks like we got a new maple kitchen finished in

the colour we wanted, awesome job Barry"

Tony and Anna D, Hamilton,ON

"Crazy good work, blown away by the transformation of our

kitchen and bath !" Ken P, Oakville,ON

" We were tired of looking at faded and UV damaged

old butter pecan cabinet doors..."

" I love the new look...buh bye 80's pickled oak !"

Alison and Wayne M, Burlington,ON Northshore Burl.

"I've known Barry since high school and his woodworking skills have evolved to the point of mastery, great job on

our built-in's." Heather M. Maui,HI

"Beautiful work on cabinetry, thanks for assisting on our

reno project" Chris and Tanya C. Erindale,ON

"OMG, I love it...kitchen looks great ! "

Lynda V, Badenoch,ON

"We are more than pleased with our kitchen refinishing,

great job Colorscapes !"

Ron Ng, Oakville,ON

"So happy with my updated kitchen and fixtures."
D. Wilson, Dundas,ON Jerome Park

Barry did an excellent job for us hanging 54" commercial vinyl paper and custom staining my office. Bill Miller, Century 21 Realty, Oakville,ON 1989 Installation Speers Rd.

"I love my new white kitchen, thanks Barry"
Melanie M., Brucedale,ON

If you have not done so, refinished cabinetry is "the bomb".

The Furtado Family, Copper Creek,ON

from Barry...

"It's true Claudia, we price our refinishing to help the homeowner get maximum refinished and resale value.

Our small business model ensures that we can give you

a great price and great result, We also hate seeing people throw out cabinetry that is in excellent structural shape, especially if its Barzotti..."

"I could not afford the headache and delays of a full tear out, plus my cabinetry was in great shape, just faded from UV, so

impressed with your refinish & renewal services"

Jenn and Dave H. Grimsby,ON

OMG, thousand-watt smile here, we love the new look of

our closet room ! Amazing !!! So tired of looking at butter

pecan woodgrain...Jenn and Dave T. Headon Forest, Burlington,ON

"The condo repainting while we were in Florida was breathtaking, what a transformation Barry...it's nice to deal with honest trades who have earned and learned how to decorate from the time they were in high school..."

Joan Donahoe, Oakridge Condo Owner Oakville,ON

"It's 5 years after refinishing our Barzotti cabinetry

in the waterborne lacquer process Barry uses and it still looks like the day it was finished..."

Chris and Scott C. Headon Forest, Burlington,ON

"Great work Barry, thanks so much we love it"

Patty and Chris G. The Orchard, Burlington,ON

"It's unreal, it looks like a brand new kitchen for a fraction of the price..great work..." Carlotta and Mike B. Kingsview Stoney Creek

" Wow, we love the refinishing, the kitchen looks modern

and huge now, no more dark walnut 80's !"

Matt & Kristin F. Glen Cannon/Stoney Creek,ON

"Extremely pleased with the fit & finish of our new tv built-in wall unit. It's also refreshing not to have to wait 16 weeks for Kraft Maid to respond..."

K. Wloka Oakville,ON

"It was nice to not only get our kitchen refinished, but

something back at the end of the job with a nice gift card"

Lorna and Grant W. Westdale,ON

"The built in unit you did for us is amazing,thank you so

much Colorscapes and Barry,Janice, saved so much by not going to Ethan Allen ..." Verhaege Family, Oakville,ON

"This guy knows his stuff and can deliver on budget and workmanship...the condo repainting was immaculate..." C.Caron, St.Catharines

" I didn't have the time in 2008 to repaint our large home in Maplegrove Estates, as I am a busy NHL hockey coach, Barry you can be on my team anytime,great work !!!" Paul M. former TML coach Schiavone Realty/Prudential Oakville Project

"Colorscapes has helped us paint stage quickly and affordably

on some of our flagship properties, his work is impeccable, fast

and does a few extras that you don't appreciate till well after

the job...kudos..." Carol Perey, Royal Lepage Realty

"Barry, you knocked it outta the park as usual, well done !"

Mike Huether, PHH Homequity

"Great job at a great price, fast and you made our unusable basement a great escape gym and fitness studio - still shaking our heads at how nice it turned out " Jeff and Sabrina Kennett ,Hamilton,ON

"We love what you were able to do to our old

tired kitchen cabinetry - the refinishing was superb"

K.Chisholm, Oakville,ON Devon Estates, Oakville

"Barry, you did an amazing job on our cabinetry, thank you !"

M.Gibson, Ancaster,ON

"We have known and used ColorScapes Painting

since the early 1990's when Barry first set up

shop - he has helped us stage and repaint 3 of our

homes and even came all the way down to

Topsail Beach,NC to do some work on our vacation

home ...Annette and Tom DeLong, Oakville, ON

"We were blown away by how nice the cabinetry and

closet doors came out in our walk-in custom closet

and kitchen" G. Terry, Burlington,ON

" Thanks for taking the time to repaint and transform our

property the right way and be meticulous in detail..."

B. Salena Ancaster, ON Sulphur Springs/Deerview

"Unbelievable, this guy Barry.. he works all day long and never takes a lunch break!. Phenomenal ideas and amazing with

even a reversing backcut saw, which is something you don't

see much in the young flash and dash trades...sometimes

a mitre saw on site is nothing but a sawdust mess maker....might be fast cuts but are they tight and gap free ? "

"We sold our home in 3 days and his work in the kitchen was a big part of our resale maximization ."

Kevin and Sandy McCance. Colonial Cr, Oakville