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Shower detail - brushed nickel fixtures, shower niche, mixed linear tile boader
Tabitha Stephens
Example of a small beach style master beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile drop-in bathtub design in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, a wall-mount toilet and beige walls
Example of a small beach style master beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile drop-in bathtub design in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, a wall-mount toilet and beige walls

Amazing and very decorative led mirror with sanblasted edge and touch switch.
Bright White light.
Designed and manufactured in Spain. Available in stock. Delivery time: 3 to 5 labor days.
Measures: 28 x 28 x 1 : $749.00
36 x 28 x 1: $799.00
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6 ft x 8 foot Classic style ProVia Signet Model 002c-449 Fiberglass Double Entry Doors. Cherry skin exterior stained American Cherry. Factory (ProVia) hardware with 3 point locking system. Installed in Irvine, CA home.
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plaster window grille in the powder room
Example of a large tuscan white three-story stucco house exterior design in Santa Barbara with a tile roof
Example of a large tuscan white three-story stucco house exterior design in Santa Barbara with a tile roof

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Columbus, OH
Wannemacher Interiors
Customized Award-Winning Interior Design Solutions in Franklin Cnty OH

Example of a small trendy master white tile and glass tile porcelain tile corner bathtub design with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a wall-mount toilet and white walls

Large trendy backyard tile and rectangular lap hot tub photo in Los Angeles

4 1/4" white Oak Installed and sanded with Provincial Stain in a satin finish.
Example of a classic dining room design in Bridgeport
Example of a classic dining room design in Bridgeport

2 Bedrooms / 2,200 Square Feet
This pied-à-terre loft with soaring fourteen foot ceilings, sits within a classic cast iron building in the heart of Noho, NYC. It is home to a couple who are serious about their art. DHD worked on this project from the onset of design and construction, allowing for a clear harmony between the architecture and design. The wide plank grey oak floors and white gallery walls set the palette for an art filled environment. A custom designed silk rug fills the main space, while the large-scale Lindsey Adelman light installation hangs above. The furniture, a mix of vintage and classic contemporary, were carefully curated to create a home that is elegant and subtle yet eclectic. The use of cowhide, mohair, woven leather and velvet create subtle textures against the painted brick and wood planked walls.
Artists: Burning plane photo: Richard Mosse
Sculpture coffee table: Roy Gussow
Drawings in the wall unit: Louise Bourgeois and Tracey Emin
Custom Metal Artist: Todd Fouser of Face Design & Fabrication
http://facedesign.com
Photography by: Rick Lew
www.ricklew.com

Mid-sized elegant master brown tile and stone tile corner bathtub photo in Dallas

The transparent silver shimmer transforms the yellowish OSB-structure in cool and glamorous rooms.

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Columbus, OH
Wannemacher Interiors
Customized Award-Winning Interior Design Solutions in Franklin Cnty OH

Useful under-the-stairs storage: this broom closet houses swifter mops and stick vacuum (an outlet is inside). Cabinet doors are painted the same color as the wall and are open by a touch latch. Michelle Turner, UDCP

Does your iron fence look like Chicago winters have been winning the battle for years? That slow orange spread across pickets and rails is not just an eyesore - it is active corrosion undermining the structural integrity of metalwork that frames some of Chicago's most architecturally significant residential properties. Windy City Painters addresses iron fence rust at the source, using professional-grade rust conversion chemistry and direct-to-metal coatings engineered for the specific abuse Chicago's climate delivers.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
This project involved a heavily rusted ornamental iron fence on a Chicago North Side residential property. Rust had progressed beyond surface oxidation into moderate pitting on lower rails, a pattern Windy City Painters sees frequently on properties within blocks of treated roadways where salt drift accelerates corrosion. The scope included mechanical descaling, chemical rust conversion, DTM priming, and a durable gloss topcoat matched to the original fence color.
MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS
Ospho Rust Converter: A phosphoric acid-based treatment that chemically reacts with iron oxide, converting it to iron phosphate - a stable, paintable compound. Corroseal Water-Based Rust Converter is an alternative for situations requiring lower VOC handling. Rust-Oleum Professional DTM Primer and Sherwin-Williams DTM Acrylic Coating serve as the primary coating system, formulated for direct metal adhesion with built-in rust inhibitors. For structurally compromised sections, welding is coordinated before any chemical or coating work begins.
THE PROCESS
Step 1 - Mechanical Preparation: Wire wheel grinding on an angle grinder removes loose rust scale, mill scale, and flaking paint. For advanced pitting, Windy City Painters deploys a needle gun descaler, which impacts the metal surface thousands of times per minute to drive scale from deep cavities. This step determines whether the fence can be coated or needs welding first.
Step 2 - Chemical Rust Conversion: Ospho or Corroseal is brushed onto all remaining rust surface. These products do not simply seal rust - they react with it. The conversion process takes 24 hours to fully cure before topcoating. Skipping this step is the single most common reason iron fence paint jobs fail prematurely.
Step 3 - DTM Priming: Sherwin-Williams DTM or Rust-Oleum DTM primer is applied by brush to ensure full penetration around decorative elements, picket tips, and weld joints. Spray application is used on open sections for even film build. DTM formulations bond directly to prepared metal without a separate shop primer.
Step 4 - Finish Coating: A DTM topcoat in gloss or semi-gloss provides the final weather barrier. Gloss is preferred for iron fencing because the harder surface sheds water more effectively and resists dirt adhesion between maintenance cycles. Windy City Painters applies two finish coats for maximum film thickness.
CHICAGO-SPECIFIC CHALLENGES
Chicago's freeze-thaw cycle is the primary enemy of iron fence coatings. Water infiltrates micro-cracks in paint film, freezes, expands, and delaminate coating from beneath. Properties on the North Side and Near West Side also contend with lake-effect humidity that keeps metal surfaces damp for extended periods, slowing cure times and promoting under-film corrosion if preparation is inadequate. Greystones and Victorian brownstones typically feature ornate cast iron or wrought iron fencing with complex geometries that trap moisture and demand hand-brush application to fully coat recesses.
WHAT TO EXPECT LONG-TERM
A properly prepared and coated iron fence in Chicago should hold 5-8 years before requiring recoating. Annual inspection of weld joints, picket tips, and base rails closest to grade will identify early rust return. Addressing small spots with touch-up converter and primer extends service life significantly between full recoats.
PRO TIPS
Tip 1: Never pressure wash a rusted iron fence immediately before painting. Water drives moisture into pits and delays the surface drying needed for chemical converter adhesion. Allow 48 hours of dry weather before prep begins.
Tip 2: Picket tips and rail ends are the first failure points. These end-grain equivalent areas on metal concentrate corrosion. Ask your painter to apply an extra brush coat to every tip and terminus.
Tip 3: Black is the traditional and most durable color choice for iron fencing. Dark pigments absorb UV rather than reflecting it, reducing thermal cycling stress on the paint film at color change boundaries.
FAQ
Q: What does iron fence painting cost in Chicago?
A: Most residential iron fence painting in Chicago ranges from $400 to $1,200 depending on linear footage, rust severity, prep method required, and whether structural welding is needed before Windy City Painters can coat the surface.
Q: How do I know if my fence needs a welder before painting?
A: If you can press a screwdriver through a rail or picket, the metal wall has failed. Windy City Painters inspects all fencing before quoting and identifies weld-required sections so repairs happen before any coating investment.
Q: Is Ospho or Corroseal better for my fence?
A: Both convert rust effectively. Ospho is solvent-based and fast-acting, preferred for heavy rust. Corroseal is water-based with lower odor, preferred in enclosed or residential settings where off-gassing is a concern. Windy City Painters selects based on site conditions.
Q: Can iron fence painting be done in winter in Chicago?
A: Application requires temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit for DTM coatings to cure properly. Most iron fence painting in Chicago runs April through October, with scheduling flexibility based on extended warm stretches.
Q: How do I maintain my fence between professional recoats?
A: Inspect annually in spring. Sand any rust spots to bare metal with 80-grit paper, apply Ospho, let cure 24 hours, then spot-prime with DTM primer and touch up with finish coat. Windy City Painters offers maintenance inspections.
Q: Do you paint courtyard building fences and coach house gates?
A: Yes. Multi-unit courtyard buildings and coach houses are common in the North Side neighborhoods Windy City Painters serves. We coordinate with property managers and HOAs for larger perimeter fence projects.
Q: How long after painting can I touch the fence?
A: DTM coatings are typically dry to touch in 2-4 hours and hard dry in 24 hours. Full cure for maximum hardness takes 7 days. Windy City Painters advises against pressure washing or heavy contact during that cure window.
Visit windypainters.com to request your free iron fence assessment and project quote.

Carolina Craftsman Builders is a Craftsman Style Custom Home Builder in Charlotte, North Carolina. Neighborhoods Chantilly, Elizabeth, Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, and NoDa's Builder, Specializing in New Construction Custom Homes, Remodeling, Renovations, and Design.

Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design LLC
Example of a transitional home design design in Boston
Example of a transitional home design design in Boston

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Columbus, OH
Wannemacher Interiors
Customized Award-Winning Interior Design Solutions in Franklin Cnty OH

Builder: Mike Riddle Construction Materials provided by: Cherry City Interiors & Design
Bathroom - mid-sized traditional master beige tile and stone tile bathroom idea in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate countertops, a one-piece toilet and gray walls
Bathroom - mid-sized traditional master beige tile and stone tile bathroom idea in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate countertops, a one-piece toilet and gray walls

This project is from our early years as general contractors in the Chicagoland area. These photos aren't professionally shot, but it should help you to understand our history of design and construction excellence.
For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/
To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/galleries/bathrooms/
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