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		<title>Selecting a Painting Contractor</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 11:28:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anyone can declare themselves a professional painting contractor and there are few licensing requirements  or governing bodies. The unfortunate result of that is that a high percentage of those who call themselves painting professionals are unqualified opportunists who would like nothing more than to repaint your home every 2-3 years. Unfortunately, the quality of today&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Anyone can declare themselves a professional painting contractor and there are few licensing requirements  or governing bodies. The unfortunate result of that is that a high percentage of those who call themselves painting professionals are unqualified opportunists who would like nothing more than to repaint your home every 2-3 years. Unfortunately, the quality of today&#8217;s domestic coatings usually dictates this frequent, expensive re-coating. (Remember, 85% of the cost of the job is the labour.)</p>
<p>Under these circumstances, you must be cautious in selecting a painting contractor. You may find it worthwhile to bear in mind that, as the client, you should be allowed to specify the coatings to be used and the manner in which they are to be applied. Just as you would hire a carpet, wallpaper or tile installer, you are about to engage the services of a painting professional to &#8220;install&#8221; the finish you specify.</p>
<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-104" href="http://www.murdec.ie/gallery/cimg4228-small/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-104 alignnone" title="Steeplechase , Rathoath , Co.meath" src="http://www.murdec.ie/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/CIMG4228-Small-300x225.jpg" alt="Contracts" width="249" height="191" /></a>            <a rel="attachment wp-att-215" href="http://www.murdec.ie/gallery/dsc_9737/"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-215" title="Domestic Houses" src="http://www.murdec.ie/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/DSC_9737-300x171.jpg" alt="Domestic Houses" width="300" height="171" /></a></p>
<p>While locating a good professional may not be an easy task, the results will be worth your effort. Please  keep the following in mind during your search:</p>
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<li><strong>Seek a painter who likes to work with first class finishes.</strong> Avoid those who are unwilling to apply a coating which they have not used in the past, or those who demand that they select the coating to be used. Do however take on board the advice that the contractor will give you.</li>
<li><strong>Seek a professional who will allow you to specify the use of a particular brand of paint</strong>. We will be pleased to discuss and recommend finished with you upon request. Remember, you are hiring a contractor to do a specific job which need not include the procurement of the finishes.</li>
<li><strong>Demand a copy of insurance certificates</strong> for liability and workman&#8217;s compensation. This should be given to the insurance company that covers your home.</li>
<li><strong>Demand and verify at least two references </strong>before signing any contracts. Frequently, you will determine that the lowest bidder does not necessarily offer the best value for money. NEVER decide on a contactor on the basis of price alone.</li>
<li>As good painting contractors are in constant demand, we suggest that you <strong>schedule your work well in advance.</strong> A quality painting contractor is worth waiting for.</li>
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<p><span style="color: #e18b1d;"><strong>For a FREE quote, contact Murdec now on LoCall 1890 876186</strong></span></p>
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		<title>3 Tips to Selecting Paint</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 10:12:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Moving into a new house or redecorating your existing dwelling can be quite an experience. You want your home to look the best, so it&#8217;s important to pick out the right kind of paint. Of course we can&#8217;t show you absolutely everything that you need to know about decorating or redecorating your home but we [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Moving into a new house or redecorating your existing dwelling can be quite an experience. You want your home to look the best, so it&#8217;s important to pick out the right kind of paint. Of course we can&#8217;t show you absolutely everything that you need to know about decorating or redecorating your home but we will try to give you some good tips on picking quality products.</p>
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<li><span style="color: #d87126;"><strong>Match It -</strong></span> Make sure whatever kind of house paint that you use when redecorating matches up with your existing paint. We will advise you on this if you are unsure.</li>
<li><span style="color: #d87126;"><strong>Use High-Quality Paint -</strong></span> Take a look around at the different types of paint that are available. You will quickly notice that paint varies in quality drastically and you generally get what you pay for. Granted, you have to make sure that you&#8217;re not getting ripped off and you really are getting a good deal, but if you are serious about having a good finish on your house, try to select the best type of paint that you can afford.</li>
<li><strong><span style="color: #d87126;">Ask a Professional -</span></strong> It&#8217;s ok if you don&#8217;t know everything about home remodelling. We will be able to give you some words of wisdom and help, that you might not be able to get otherwise. Don&#8217;t be afraid to ask. Just ask for a little help and you might be able to save yourself some time and headaches.</li>
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		<title>Our Code of Ethics at Murdec Professional Decorating</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 09:46:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>murdecie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you looking for a company you can trust? See if our code of ethics helps determine why you should choose us&#8230;
Loyalty: We are constantly looking out for the best interest of our customers &#8211; even after the invoice. For example, if we come across a new product that will help maintain the property or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking for a company you can trust? See if our code of ethics helps determine why you should choose us&#8230;</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #e66f18;">Loyalty: </span></strong>We are constantly looking out for the best interest of our customers &#8211; even after the invoice. For example, if we come across a new product that will help maintain the property or benefit you in any way, you can expect us to pass the information on to you.</p>
<p><span style="color: #e66f18;"><strong>Dedication:</strong></span> We believe a customer is not an interruption to our workday; it is the purpose of it.</p>
<p><span style="color: #e66f18;"><strong>Consistency:</strong></span> You can expect the same 110% dedication regardless of project scope.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #e66f18;">Value:</span></strong> We will not compromise quality for quantity because its always more difficult and expensive to correct problems in the future. We will not release &#8220;quick and dirty&#8221; solutions through our quality assurance standards.</p>
<p><span style="color: #e66f18;"><strong>Honesty:</strong></span> We believe in turning away business if your request is outside our capabilities. Our goal is to deliver solutions not talk around the problem.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #e66f18;">Freedom of Risk:</span> </strong>We are probably one of the few truly seasoned professional decorating companies that will guarantee satisfaction and results.</p>
<p><span style="color: #e66f18;"><strong>Convenience:</strong></span> There will always be one of our employees available to talk to about your requirements.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #e66f18;">Results:</span> </strong>We can help plan and measure the monetary impact of our work.</p>
<p><span style="color: #e66f18;"><strong>Integrity:</strong></span> We are not afraid to admit when we make mistakes, nor are we afraid to tell you about your risks.</p>
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		<title>The Importance of Sash Window Care &amp; Maintenance</title>
		<link>http://www.murdec.ie/2010/06/25/the-importance-of-sash-window-care-maintenance/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:51:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sash windows are a fantastic addition to any building especially on a period home but they require care and maintenance to keep them looking their best. Sun, rain and frost can have a harsh effect on the finish of your sash windows resulting in blistering, cracking and chipping of the paintwork. The result: your windows look [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sash windows are a fantastic addition to any building especially on a period home but they require care and maintenance to keep them looking their best. Sun, rain and frost can have a harsh effect on the finish of your sash windows resulting in blistering, cracking and chipping of the paintwork. The result: your windows look old and tattered.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>How do you maintain and treat Sash Windows?</strong></p>
<p>Restoration and repair of sash windows is a specialist job and will require an expert in the area. <a href="http://www.murdec.ie">Murdec Decorating </a>specialise in restoring sash windows and bringing them back to their original glory.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Stage 1: A full inspection of the windows is carried out to determine the extent of the damage and the windows are assess for rot.</p>
<p>Stage 2: Advice on how best to treat the window and restore it to its original glory.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.murdec.ie/contact-us/"><strong>Click here for further information.</strong></a></p>
<p>We use the very latest treatments to ensure the highest quality finish of the project and we ensure that your sash windows are protected for the future. Careful maintenance will ensure your windows look fantastic, last for years to come and that future damage is reduced as much as possible.</p>
<div id="attachment_158" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.murdec.ie/gallery/img_4517/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-158 " title="Sash Windows Murdec" src="http://www.murdec.ie/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Sash-Windows-Murdec-300x200.jpg" alt="One of our recent Murdec Projects" width="300" height="200" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">One of our recent Murdec Projects</p></div>
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		<title>O&#8217;Niell&#8217;s Bar , Maynooth , Co.Kildare</title>
		<link>http://www.murdec.ie/2010/03/09/oniells-bar-maynooth-co-kildare/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:31:32 +0000</pubDate>
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New Public House in Maynooth
Main Contractor &#8211; Sammon Contracting
This involved complete Basement Kitchen and Toilets , Ground Floor Lounge  and First floor Disco bar.
Complete external to include masonry and Timberwork
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<h3>New Public House in Maynooth</h3>
<p>Main Contractor &#8211; Sammon Contracting</p>
<p>This involved complete Basement Kitchen and Toilets , Ground Floor Lounge  and First floor Disco bar.</p>
<p>Complete external to include masonry and Timberwork</p>
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		<title>Welcome to Murdec professional decorating</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:47:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We provide a prestigious Painting and Decorating service in the Republic Of Ireland. Established in 1975, our company has increase in size without compromising the quality of our tradesmanship and is highly regarded within both the Painting and Decorating trade and Construction Industry.
Our aim is to:

Deliver quotations as and when required.
Give competitive prices using quality [...]]]></description>
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<p>We provide a prestigious Painting and Decorating service in the Republic Of Ireland. Established in 1975, our company has increase in size without compromising the quality of our tradesmanship and is highly regarded within both the Painting and Decorating trade and Construction Industry.</p>
<h2>Our aim is to:</h2>
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<li>Deliver quotations as and when required.</li>
<li>Give competitive prices using quality materials.</li>
<li>Use trained and experienced staff to provide work and a degree of excellence.</li>
<li>Have jobs completed within the estimated timeframe and with minimal disruption to our customer.</li>
<li>Provide and efficient after sales service.</li>
<li>Have long term customers remain long-term customers.</li>
</ul>
<p>For more information, please get in touch.</p>
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