25+ Years of Experience
Historic Woodworking Expertise
EPA RRP Certified
Denver-Based Crews
Does Your Historic Home Need More Than a Repaint?
Paint failure on an older home is often a symptom of something happening underneath. Covering it with another coat may temporarily improve the appearance, but it will not correct deteriorated wood, failed glazing or openings that allow moisture to enter.
- Peeling paint
- Paint lifting in sheets
- Soft, spongy or visibly rotted trim
- Cracked or missing window glazing
- Loose nails
- Caulking pulling away from joints
- Recurring bubbling or discoloration
- Gaps around windows, doors and trim
- Decorative wood details that are cracking or deteriorating
Restore Before We Replace
Historic restoration should begin with preservation. Whenever practical, we stabilize and repair original wood rather than removing the materials that give the home its character. When deterioration has progressed beyond repair, we recreate the damaged section to match the original profile, dimensions and architectural detail.
Historic Wood and Trim Preservation
Repair and stabilization of original wood trim, fascia, molding, decorative details, siding and architectural elements.
Selective Wood Replacement
Careful replacement of wood that is truly beyond repair, including recreation of historic profiles and details.
Window Glazing and Restoration
Removal and replacement of failed glazing compound, preparation of historic sash and protection of original wood windows.
Protective and Beauty Caulking
Removal of failed sealant and precise application of compatible products that protect vulnerable joints while creating clean, finished lines.
Historic Exterior Painting
Detailed surface preparation, compatible primers and premium coatings selected for older materials and Denver’s climate.
Historic Color Coordination
Exterior color recommendations that respect the home’s architectural style and coordinate with fixed materials such as stone, brick and masonry.
Your Home's Character Took Generations to Create
Before damaged trim, failed glazing or peeling paint turns into a larger restoration, let Emerald Isle Painting take a careful look. We will explain what can be preserved, what needs attention and what the right scope of work looks like.
Testimonials
Michelle P.
"Superb exterior paint job on our 116 year Victorian house! We had a lot of old peeling paint and dried out wood. They replaced wood, scraped and caulked to make it look so much better. Emerald Isle gets my highest recommendation."
Terry H.
"Have a Princess Ann Victorian. Exterior was painted. It is very detailed work and they did a great job. Very customer service oriented. Would definitely hire them again."
Alexis H.
"This is the second time we've used Emerald Isle Painting, and they've been great both times. They recently painted several walls and all of the upstairs trim in our 1930s home. The original woodwork has plenty of character (and imperfections!), and they took the time to fill and fix areas that needed attention so the finished product looks beautiful while still fitting the age of the house. As an architect, I'm pretty detail-oriented, and I really appreciated the quality of their work and attention to the little things."
Fritz W.
"Emerald Isle Painting did a fantastic job for a great value. Our home was in need of significant trim repair and had severe paint peeling. Their crew took great care in safely fixing and preparing for a clean paint job. Our 1920's home looks like new now! I would recommend their services highly to a neighbor or friend."
Historic Restoration Across Denver’s Established Neighborhoods
From Victorian homes and Denver Squares to Craftsman bungalows and Tudor Revivals, Emerald Isle Painting understands the details that define Denver’s older homes.
- Capitol Hill
- Congress Park
- Washington Park
- Baker
- Platt Park
- Cherry Hill
- Greenwood Village
- Bonnie Brae
- Observatory Park
- Park Hill
- West Highland
- Berkeley
- Hilltop
- Cherry Creek
- Littleton
- Lakewood
- Sunnyside
Premium Paints Selected for Your Historic Home
We use premium Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams primers, paints and coatings selected for your home’s original materials, exposure and restoration needs. Low-VOC and zero-VOC options are also available, providing lasting beauty and performance while helping support healthier indoor air quality and a more comfortable home environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know whether my historic home needs restoration or just repainting?
Peeling down to bare wood, soft trim, missing glazing, failed caulking and paint lifting in sheets suggest the underlying surfaces need repair before another coating is applied.
