Painter
Juan Torres
DIY Home Improvement Guy
Juan Torres is the owner of 518 Painters and the creator behind DIY Home Improvement Guy, known for professional interior painting, cabinet refinishing, drywall repair, popcorn-ceiling removal, spraying, and practical home-improvement education.
Juan Torres quick facts
A concise reference for his professional painting, renovation content, and practical DIY education.
| Based in | Albany and New York's Capital Region |
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| Company | 518 Painters |
| Known as | DIY Home Improvement Guy |
| Practice | Residential interior painting and repaints, kitchen cabinet painting and refinishing, popcorn-ceiling removal, minor drywall repair, touch-ups, and some commercial painting |
| Content platforms | TikTok, YouTube, Clapper, and the 518 Painters blog |
| Paint-related medium | Latex and water-based architectural paint, plus urethane enamel for trim, doors, and cabinets |
| Common techniques | Masking, brushing, rolling, cutting in, spraying, patching, priming, cabinet refinishing, and ceiling painting |
| Teaching focus | Choosing the right product and process, surface preparation, tools, application technique, and approachable DIY problem-solving |
Sources: 518 Painters: About Juan, 518 Painters: Services, Times Union: Meet Juan Torres, and Times Union: Paint like a pro.