About Archie Deese

Thank you for considering Atlanta's Paint Doctor. I started this company to make every painting project simple and predictable, and I still work with clients directly. It would mean a lot to earn your trust. Learn more about us

How to Paint a Room in 5 Easy Steps

The key to learning how to paint a room is to do the prep work that needs to be done before you begin applying the paint. There is a right and wrong way of how to paint a room. These steps will ensure you get the best finish you desire. Step 1. Sand and prep You [...]

2011-08-05T21:44:00-04:00August 5, 2011|

Buckhead GA. Exterior Painting Project

This project has been a labor of love.  We first started doing the exterior painting on these units in Buckhead, GA. about 2 years ago.  This is a high-end townhome community in Buckhead, GA.  There are 17 units in the development.  We have done the interior painting on 4 of [...]

2011-07-20T23:41:00-04:00July 20, 2011|

Award Winning Buckhead Residence

We are so proud and pleased for our friend Maria McLaurin Nutt of McLaurin Interiors, who was the recipient of the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers 2011 Silver Design Excellence Award in the Residence more than 3,500-square feet category for Maria’s design of  a Buckhead residence, which The [...]

2011-06-22T15:31:06-04:00June 22, 2011|

Award Winning Interior Painting Buckhead

We are so proud and pleased for our friend Maria McLaurin Nutt of McLaurin Interiors, who was the recipient of the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers 2011 Silver Design Excellence Award in the Residence more than 3,500-square feet category for Maria’s design of a Buckhead residence, which [...]

2011-06-22T11:47:00-04:00June 22, 2011|

Picking Colors for Small Rooms

While many of our clients have decorators who help choose room colors, Atlanta’s Paint Doctor is often consulted for its expertise on choosing colors, even for small rooms. We’ve found through research and experience that there are several schools of thoughts. A lot of what it boils down to is [...]

2011-06-20T17:13:26-04:00June 20, 2011|

Things to Consider Before Hiring a Contractor

From outdoor living spaces to indoor sanctuaries, this time of year means a plethora of projects. But even for the most seasoned home improvement DIY-er, it sometimes makes sense to call in a professional for advice or assistance. Here are some tips that The Paint Doctor thinks you need to [...]

2011-06-15T02:55:47-04:00June 15, 2011|

How to Avoid Contractor Scams When Rebuilding or Remodeling

Recent  news stories about unscrupulous contractors, builders and subcontractors have inspired Atlanta’s paint Doctor to suggest ways our clients can avoid  a similar fate. In the next few posts, you’ll get our 4-1-1 on how to avoid scams and what you should know to protect yourself if you're planning a big [...]

2011-06-09T12:48:17-04:00June 9, 2011|

Beautiful restoration to Coweta Courthouse

Coweta Courthouse We at The Paint Doctor appreciate fine work and, thus, wanted to draw your attention to a beautiful restoration of the 107-year-old Coweta County Courthouse in Newnan, Ga., which was first listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. The Classical Revival style courthouse was designed [...]

2011-05-27T14:20:52-04:00May 27, 2011|

Summer Maintenance Tips

Even though you completed your spring maintenance checklist, that doesn't mean your home maintenance takes a summer vacation. Here are some tips for keeping everything in working order during the hot, humid dog days of summer, and where you can enlist Atlanta's Paint Doctor to making your summer care free. [...]

2011-05-18T11:44:53-04:00May 18, 2011|

Another Color App

Olympic Paint introduced ColorClix, a free mobile application (app) to help users select paint and décor colors on the go. With the app, the user can take a photo with a mobile device, select any color displayed, and match it to one of the company’s interior or exterior paint colors, [...]

2011-05-16T20:59:33-04:00May 16, 2011|