Painter
Brian Santos
The Wall Wizard
Brian Santos is a fourth-generation painting contractor, author, and home-improvement educator known as The Wall Wizard, with decades of instruction focused on painting, wallcovering, surface preparation, decorating techniques, and the practical science behind professional results.
Brian Santos quick facts
A concise reference for his painting and wallcovering practice, public education, books, and trade instruction.
| Known as | The Wall Wizard |
|---|---|
| Trade background | Fourth-generation painting contractor |
| Practice | Interior painting, wallcovering, surface preparation, decorative and faux finishing, and home-improvement education |
| Books | Author of eight home-improvement books, including Painting and Wallpapering Secrets from Brian Santos, The Wall Wizard |
| Media & workshops | Long-running Wall Wizard workshops and television appearances including Good Morning America, Today, HGTV, TLC, and the Discovery Channel |
| Paint-related medium | Architectural paint, wallcoverings, decorative finishes, stains, glazes, varnishes, and related decorating materials |
| Common techniques | Surface preparation, brushing, rolling, masking, wallcovering application and removal, faux finishing, and practical tool and cleanup methods |
| Teaching focus | The reasons behind painting and decorating methods, helping DIYers and professionals understand products, processes, and reliable technique |
Sources: The Wall Wizard, Fresh Coat Painters: Leadership Team, and Fresh Coat Painters: Franchise training.