🎨 Spray, Roll, or Brush? How ModPaint Chooses the Best Painting Method for Your St. Louis Home

When it comes to residential painting in St. Louis, not every surface needs the same approach — and not every tool gives the same results. At ModPaint, we tailor each project to your home’s needs, using the method that delivers the best finish, longest-lasting durability, and cleanest overall look.

So how do we decide whether to spray, roll, or brush?

Let’s break it down by service type.

🏠 Exterior House Painting: Efficiency Meets Detail

✅ When We Spray Exterior Surfaces:

• Your siding is smooth and expansive — like Hardie board, vinyl, stucco, or garage doors.

• You want a flawless, factory-like finish.

• The job includes large surfaces like fences, decks, or home exteriors.

Why it works: Spraying offers quick, even coverage, reaching every angle and crevice. At ModPaint, we only spray when conditions are right (no wind) and always protect your landscaping, windows, and trim through thorough prep.

✅ When We Roll Exterior Surfaces:

• The surface is moderately textured or confined, like porch ceilings, soffits, or entryways.

• You want controlled application without overspray.

Why it works: Rolling delivers consistent coverage without extensive masking. It's perfect for mid-sized areas where spraying isn’t ideal.

✅ When We Brush Exterior Details:

• We’re painting trim, fascia, railings, window edges, or corners.

• The surface needs precision or has aged wood with grooves or gaps.

Why it works: Brushing provides hands-on accuracy and lets us work paint into critical edges and seams, protecting against moisture and peeling over time.

🛋️ Interior House Painting: Clean, Professional Results

✅ When We Spray Interior Surfaces:

• The space is vacant or under renovation — like a new build or empty home.

• You're looking for a high-end, ultra-smooth finish on ceilings, cabinets, or trim.

Why it works: Spraying produces a perfect, smooth finish but requires extensive masking. We use it only when the home is ready for full prep and protection.

✅ When We Roll Interior Walls and Ceilings:

• You’re living in the home during the project.

• We’re painting standard rooms, hallways, or ceilings.

Why it works: Rolling is the most common, efficient method for interior walls. It’s low-disruption, clean, and ideal for most St. Louis residential interiors.

✅ When We Brush Interior Trim and Edges:

• We’re cutting in around baseboards, ceilings, or corners.

• We're painting doors, windows, or cabinetry trim.

Why it works: Our painters brush by hand to ensure crisp edges and detailed finishes — key for a polished, professional look.

🎯 So, What’s Best for Your Home?

At ModPaint, we don’t just paint walls — we take a designer’s approach to every home we touch. That means choosing the technique that fits your surfaces, your lifestyle, and your desired finish.

Whether we’re spraying your siding, rolling your bedroom walls, or brushing the front door by hand, our goal is simple: make you love your space again.

🖌️ Serving St. Louis and surrounding areas, ModPaint specializes in:

• Interior painting

• Exterior painting

• Cabinet refinishing

• Fence and deck staining

• Trim and detail work

📍 Locally owned. Modern. Reliable. High quality.

👉 Ready for a free painting estimate in St. Louis?Contact us today and let’s bring your vision to life.