Interior Painting for Historic Homes
Period-appropriate colors, plaster-safe techniques, and meticulous craftsmanship for Charlotte's Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, and Colonial Revivals.
Interior Painting That Respects Your Home's Character
Older homes weren't built with drywall and latex paint. They have plaster walls, horsehair lath, original woodwork, and layers of history that generic painting contractors don't know how to handle.
We specialize in interior painting for pre-war and mid-century homes throughout Charlotte's historic neighborhoods. That means we understand which primers actually bond to old plaster, how to prep surfaces without causing damage, and why the wrong paint can trap moisture and create bigger problems down the road.
Whether you're refreshing a single room or repainting your entire home, we approach every project with the care your historic property deserves.
Whole-Home Interior Painting
Complete interior repaints with room-by-room coordination and minimal disruption to your daily life.
Plaster Wall Repair & Painting
Crack repair, skim coating, and proper priming for plaster walls—not the drywall methods that fail within months.
Original Woodwork Refinishing
Baseboards, crown molding, window casings, and built-ins restored and repainted to highlight period details.
Accent Walls & Color Blocking
Strategic color placement to highlight architectural features or modernize a space while respecting the home's bones.
Cabinet & Built-In Painting
Kitchen cabinets, butler's pantries, and built-in shelving refreshed with durable, furniture-quality finishes.
Ceiling & Crown Molding Work
High ceilings, medallions, and intricate crown molding painted with precision (we have the scaffolding for 12-foot ceilings).
How We Approach Interior Projects
Every historic home is different. Our process is designed to uncover what your home needs—before we pick up a brush.
Walkthrough & Assessment
We tour every room with you, note surface conditions, discuss your goals, and flag any concerns—cracks, moisture signs, previous repairs that may need attention. No clipboard checklists; just a real conversation about your home.
Lead Testing (Pre-1978 Homes)
We test painted surfaces and develop a safe work plan before any prep begins. This protects your family and ensures we're following EPA protocols throughout the project.
EPA Lead-Safe CertifiedColor Consultation
Need help choosing? We'll suggest period-appropriate palettes that complement your home's architecture—or help you find a modern update that still respects its character. We bring samples, not just fan decks.
Surface Preparation
This is where we spend the most time—and where most contractors cut corners. Proper cleaning, crack repair, priming, and caulking make the difference between paint that lasts a decade and paint that fails in two years.
Where Quality ShowsPainting
Methodical, room-by-room application with attention to cut lines, woodwork, and details. We protect your floors and furniture, work clean, and don't rush. You'll see the difference in every corner and edge.
Final Walkthrough
We inspect together, handle any touch-ups on the spot, and leave you with care instructions specific to your surfaces. The job isn't done until you're completely satisfied.
Timeline varies by project. A single room typically takes 1–2 days. Whole-home interiors for historic properties usually run 5–10 days depending on prep needs and complexity. We'll give you a clear schedule upfront.
Why Historic Interiors Need Specialized Care
Generic painting methods can actually damage older homes. Here's what makes historic interiors different—and why our approach matters.
Plaster Isn't Drywall
It's harder, more brittle, and bonds differently. Standard drywall primers often fail on plaster within a year. We use alkali-resistant primers designed for high-pH surfaces and repair cracks with compatible materials—not mesh tape that telegraphs through.
Lead Paint Is Common Pre-1978
We're EPA Lead-Safe Certified (RRP), which means we follow strict protocols to protect your family during prep and painting. Not every painter bothers with certification—we think it's non-negotiable for older homes.
Old Woodwork Deserves Better
Original trim, built-ins, and moldings often have fine details that get buried under layers of bad paint. We take time to prep properly and use the right sheens to make that craftsmanship visible again—not hide it.
Moisture Behaves Differently
Older homes breathe. Sealing them up with the wrong products can trap moisture inside walls, leading to peeling and worse. We choose paints that allow vapor transmission where needed, especially in bathrooms, kitchens, and below-grade spaces.
Have questions about your home's specific challenges? We're happy to take a look.
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