FAQ's - Questions & Answers!

We'd love a mural, but can't decide on an image?
Start with things you love, gardens, vacations, animals, nature, cars, sports, etc. We can help you with ideas. Creativity is our business! Every mural is different as we incorporate personal things that mean something to you!

How long does a job take?
It all depends on what it is, a faux finish, mural, trompe l’oeil etc. How intricate the design is, the type of application and techniques.  A mural without much background detail for a child's room may be done in a day. An initial free consultation will help determine a time line.

What rooms are the most popular for murals?
A mural can go where ever you want it to go! But our most popular requests are for children's bedrooms and play rooms. Tub surrounds are becoming a wonderful escape, and detailing in the bathroom. Front entrances are a super spot as there often aren't large pieces of furniture in that area to block the view of the mural. Dining rooms are also a stunning location for murals. Artwork can go anywhere. We've even done several garages!

Are you able to work in high areas?
Yes, we have a full range of ladders as well as our own scaffolding. Although some spaces are more awkward to get to, most are manageable. For any that are impossible, a design can be painted on canvas and put up that way.

What type of paint do you use?
We use
Benjamin Moore Paints. Its a high quality paint providing extreme durability and completely washable. It is also dry to the touch with in hours! So your home can be back to normal fast. For furniture we use oil paint as it provides the best finish for the wear and tear furniture endures. Exterior paint is used for outdoor projects.

Will paint get on my carpet, sofa etc?
Desorcy Designs is completely professional. All areas are covered in heavy drop clothes to protect carpet, flooring and furniture. We are cautious and take care while working. In all our years we've never ruined carpet, etc.

Will you work weekends?
Yes. Obviously we prefer, like anyone else, to work Monday to Friday. But we are very accommodating to our clients and aim to please!

Do I have to be home while you paint?
Its up to you. Some people enjoy checking in on our progress. While others obviously can not take time off. We are professionals, your home will be safe with us!

What do you use as sources for your painting?
Books, books and more books. We research what we are painting and have several examples of whatever we are painting to refer to.

Who does the work?
Jennifer does the faux finishes. Carla and Jennifer will probably both be working on your mural thus allowing your home to be back to normal in no time!

Will you travel?
Yes. Some place tropical please! Oh not that far, darn! :) We do the majority of our work in a 2 hour radius. Sometimes gas money arrangements are required. Please inquire if this applies for you. If over night accommodations are required, that will also be the added to the price.

How much does it cost?
It all depends on the job. See our
Pricing page for more information regarding cost. Note: a child's room with a few large animals can cost as little as a couple hundred. If you've checked the price of wall paper recently, you know its expensive! And wall paper is all repetitive! Our painting job will be unique, personal and a much talked about focal point for your home or business!

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