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Painting your ceramic walls: is it possible? CeramicsPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

Painting your ceramic walls: is it possible?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq. ft. = between $0.41 and $0.72 per sq. ft. (finishing products)Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaLise Lavoie (Verified Customer) "Excellent product. Beautiful finish. I recommend it." In the kitchen as in the bathroom, ceramic is a must-have for wall coverings. Durable, resistant, and easy to clean, it ticks all the boxes when it comes to practicality. But over time, it is not performance that becomes the issue... it is the look. Tiles with colors or patterns from another era can quickly make a room look dated, even if they are still in…
Frédéric Riopel
2 March 2022
How to Protect and Maintain Ipe Wood Exterior StainUncategorizedWood PatioWood Treatment

How to Protect and Maintain Ipe Wood

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $0.60 to $1.44Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaBeaudoin (Client) "Excellent service, excellent product that I have been using for about ten years with perfect results. The product does not peel. And it gives a very beautiful result with a brush for outdoor use."Ipe is an exotic wood known for its exceptional durability. Very dense and naturally resistant to moisture, mold, and insects, it is often used for decks and other outdoor installations. However, even if ipe can last for decades, the sun will eventually fade its original color. If you…
Frédéric Riopel
21 August 2020
How to Paint Exterior Brick to Transform Your Home’s Facade Exterior PaintPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to Paint Exterior Brick to Transform Your Home’s Facade

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.90 to $1.75Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaJean-François Denis (Verified Customer) "High-quality paint that I have been using for years with Colobar's impeccable service." Do you dream of transforming the appearance of your brick home without undertaking major renovations? Painting it with exterior brick paint can completely change the style of a facade and give an older house a spectacular new look. Very popular in Quebec, brick houses often have an impeccable structure… but a color or look that dates from another era. With the right products and proper preparation,…
Frédéric Riopel
12 August 2020
How to paint a fiberglass or composite balcony with epoxy in Quebec Commercial PaintHow-ToPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to paint a fiberglass or composite balcony with epoxy in Quebec

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $2.90 to $3.15Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaFrançoise Hamel (Cliente confirmée) "Produit facile d’application et couvre très bien, merci."Fiberglass is a robust material often used for building patios, balconies, and outdoor stairs. However, it has its peculiarities: if you want to repaint your fiberglass balcony durably, you can't just apply anything. First, you need a finish that adheres well to fiberglass, because standard floor paints don't stick well and wear out very quickly. Second, you need a finish that resists UV rays. Urethane mastic meets both these criteria, in addition…
Frédéric Riopel
7 August 2020
How to Maintain and Paint Your Canexel Siding PaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to Maintain and Paint Your Canexel Siding

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.50 to $1.20Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaKarl Hetier (Client) "Excellent paint for my exterior Canexel… super good service at Colobar."For over 30 years, CanExel exterior siding has been recognized for its durability and wood-like appearance. However, over time, CanExel paint can fade, yellow, or peel, often leading to the same question: can CanExel be painted to give it a second life? Good news: yes! With the right product and adequate preparation, you can refresh or completely change the color, improve the appearance, and extend the lifespan of your CanExel…
Frédéric Riopel
17 June 2020
When and Why to Use a Primer (or Undercoat) in Painting? PaintResidential paintingUncategorized

When and Why to Use a Primer (or Undercoat) in Painting?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq. ft. = $0.10 to $0.33Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaLemieux M. (Customer) "Excellent product, easy to apply and good coverage. Thanks to the Colorbar team for recommending this product." Working as a paint advisor, I'm often asked: is it really necessary to apply a primer? Before you get an answer, you first need to understand its role. The primer, also called a "primer," allows the finish coats to adhere properly to the surface. It allows you to cover in fewer coats (and therefore save money!), avoid problems caused by contaminants, and prevent…
Colobar
3 February 2020
Painting your home’s foundation with a paint for cement and stucco Concrete protection & maintenanceNon-slip paintPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

Painting your home’s foundation with a paint for cement and stucco

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.90 to $1.25Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaMarlayne M (Verified customer) "Very satisfied with the product. The final result on my home’s foundation is perfect. The service at Colobar is a level of professionalism that is rare these days. My next paint purchase will be from Colobar without hesitation"With spring returning and milder temperatures, outdoor projects are slowly starting up again. After a Quebec winter, it is normal for surfaces such as stucco, cement, or concrete to have suffered a bit: cracks, splits, sun-faded colors, and wear… that is part…
Colobar
17 June 2019
Polished concrete or raw concrete? A guide to different concrete effects for a fireplace mantel Concrete EffectSpecialized coatingsUncategorized

Polished concrete or raw concrete? A guide to different concrete effects for a fireplace mantel

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $1.51 to $7.50Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaTony Raymond (Verified customer) Very good product, easy to apply and a beautiful result. Fast delivery! Thank you, Colobar!The fireplace is often where the entire atmosphere of a room comes together. It’s where people gather to relax, talk, or simply enjoy the movement of the flames. And since everyone’s eyes eventually turn to it, you might as well give your fireplace mantel a finish that truly showcases it. Covering your fireplace mantel with a concrete effect can completely transform the space and create…
Frédéric Riopel
3 June 2019
My epoxy floor is scratched. What should I do? EpoxyGaragesHow-ToUncategorized

My epoxy floor is scratched. What should I do?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $0.50 to $1Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in Canada (Marco Dumoulin, verified customer) "Excellent product, I applied it with a roller using the cross-rolling method. Excellent results, very good service at Colobar."Has your epoxy floor lost its shine or become covered with scratches over the years? Despite epoxy’s high durability, sand, rocks (or gravel) and heavy objects can leave marks on the surface and affect the finish. Fortunately, there are simple, effective solutions to prevent this damage and restore the coating’s appearance.
Frédéric Bourdon
21 November 2018
16 Tips for Painting a Ceiling Without Roller Marks How-ToPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

16 Tips for Painting a Ceiling Without Roller Marks

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.25 to $0.45Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaMichele Forget (Verified Customer) "Excellent online service, next-day delivery! Unbeatable paint quality. Thank you, Olivier 🥇." Painting a ceiling is certainly not the most enjoyable task in a renovation project. Constantly having your arms in the air, your neck getting tired, and your shoulders aching... You generally want the job to be successful on the first try. Because there's nothing more frustrating than finishing a third coat only to find that the result still doesn't meet your expectations. If you want to avoid…
Frédéric Bourdon
14 June 2018