Painting with purpose
Originally from Australia, Sam trained as a house painter in the coastal landscapes and prestigious homes of Northern Beaches, Sydney. However, after more than a decade of honing his craft as a painter, Sam experienced firsthand the harmful impacts of conventional paints.
Heavily reliant on petrochemicals and off- gassing toxins, known as Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), these chemicals can cause detrimental health impacts such as headaches, nausea, respiratory irritation and more serious long-term damage. As is the case with many trades, waste and pollution are also a huge problem; paint is responsible for more than half of the microplastic pollution in our oceans. Sam felt there was a better way.
Meanwhile, Bianca, a recent Fine Arts graduate, shared Sam’s passion for environmental sustainability. Together, they embarked on a journey to pursue regenerative farming, and spent years working on organic market gardens, becoming more environmentally engaged and accessing healthy, natural food. Drawn to Matakana's vibrant local food scene and beautiful coastline, they found themselves at the crossroads of pursuing their dream of starting a farm.
In the midst of their sustainable farming aspirations, Bianca and Sam founded Better House Painters, blending Sam’s expertise in house painting with Bianca’s creative eye and their shared commitment to health and environmental wellbeing. Their specialist painting service prioritises natural paints, composed of naturally occurring, organic and non-toxic ingredients and free from harmful chemicals and VOCs.
Natural paints, while boasting an industry leading 25-year interior guarantee, require craftsmanship, a meticulous approach and high attention to detail. “With the right application these paints can subtly finish a room or achieve commanding textural complexity,” explains Bianca. The couple's commitment to environmental responsibility extends beyond paint selection, utilising industry leading tools that reduce dust and other toxic materials on worksites, and employing responsible clean-up practices to protect our waterways.
Described as friendly, detailed, and precise, with a worksite that's organised, clean, and respectful, Sam and Bianca are on a mission to offer the Rodney region better house painting options. Better House Painters is an excellent choice for those invested in health and wellbeing, and those looking for environmentally sustainable options in the trades.
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