Exterior Painting in Niagara: Protection, Preparation and Curb Appeal
Exterior colour matters, but protection begins with moisture diagnosis, substrate repair, preparation and application in a workable weather window.
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Painting notes & project blog
Practical guidance from Stephan Gillet on preparation, materials, colour, decorative finishes and the conditions that shape painting work across Niagara.
Interior Painting for Niagara Homes: The Complete Guide
From the first condition assessment to the final walk-through, this guide explains preparation, colour, sheen, sequence and what a complete interior scope should include.
House Painting Cost in Ontario: A 2026 Planning Guide
Use current Canadian ranges as a planning tool, then learn why surface condition, trim, access, occupancy and preparation matter more than a single square-foot number.
Surface Details: Faux Finish, Radiators, Decks & Furniture Upcycling
A collection of practical ideas for refined surfaces: faux finish, Venetian plaster, radiator refinishing, deck maintenance, and furniture upcycling.
From Sample Boards to Signature Walls: The Gillet Studios Story
A look back at how advanced training, sample development and hospitality work shaped Stephan Gillet’s decorative finish practice in Niagara.
Inside the Gillet Decorative Finish Archive
The original website announcement is now an archive guide to the plaster, metallic, glazing, gilding and furniture techniques documented across Gillet’s work.
When Is Furniture Worth Repainting or Refinishing?
Solid furniture can often be renewed rather than discarded. Learn how to assess construction, damage, coating history and the finish you actually want.
Restoring Cast-Iron Radiators as Architectural Details
A Gillet archive story from Toronto shows how cast-iron radiators can be cleaned, refinished and treated as part of a room’s architecture.
Where Faux Finishes Work Best in a Modern Home
Decorative finishes are most successful when they support the architecture. Learn where glazing, metallic effects and textured finishes add depth without overwhelming a room.
Refinish or Replace a Deck? How to Decide
Grey boards do not automatically mean a deck is finished. Learn how structure, rot, fasteners, coating history and access determine whether renewal is realistic.