Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? Start here! If you don't find what you're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out anytime, and we'll be happy to help.
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We’re so excited that you’re interested in a mural! For the most accurate quote, we will need dimensions of your space, detailed photos (entire wall/space and close-up of surface) and a description of the type of mural design you are envisioning. Please be as specific as possible to help us give you the most accurate quote.
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We’ll start by meeting to discuss the details about your mural vision - we can meet in person, via Zoom, have a phone call or chat over email, just let us know what works best for you! If you have specific examples of artwork you like, colors or elements you want included in the design, or even murals or artwork you don’t like, please let us know - the more specific information we have, the better!
Don’t know where to start looking for inspiration? Our website is a great place to look for examples - are there any mural designs that feel similar to what you're envisioning, or have a color palette that fits your needs?
Once we’ve discussed your mural needs in detail, BWC will create a mood board explaining our design vision - this mood board will help you visualize the completed mural and will include color and style options to help you finalize your design choice.
Once we finalize the design concept with you, we will create the final digital artwork for your approval. Upon design approval, we will schedule a time to install your new artwork, and the paint magic can happen!
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We typically determine mural pricing by considering the complexity of the design, the total square footage, the cost of materials, and any additional installation requirements, such as scaffolding or lift rentals.
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We accept cash, checks, or payments via Venmo. Once you approve a design direction, we require a 50% deposit to begin the design. The remaining 50% of the cost is due at completion of the project.
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Murals can last up to ten years before showing significant fading or damage, with many lasting much longer. This is only an estimate though, and does not account for extreme weather conditions or direct water damage that will impact the longevity of some murals.
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Walls should be free from damage. If the wall is in poor condition, arrangements should be made prior to painting to repair the damage. Filling cracks and sealing any holes that trap or catch water is very important - if water can get underneath the paint, it will destroy the longevity of your mural. Please consult with us if you have wall-condition concerns or questions.
For new construction, a smooth finish is ideal. A primer or base coat (water-based) should be painted on the wall before the mural work begins.
If it is an existing wall and the wall is in good condition, no special preparation is required, but cleaning prior to painting (power-washing if extremely dirty) is greatly appreciated.
Please review our wall prep recommendations for tips on how to get your wall mural ready.
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This depends on the size of the wall, the complexity of the design, and weather conditions if painted outdoors. Your schedule is important to us, and we will provide a time estimate before we begin painting. For reference, a 9’x20’ mural can take from 2-4 weeks to complete depending on design complexity.
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We can paint on highly-textured surfaces, but it does affect our ability to paint detailed artwork. We don’t recommend highly-detailed or text-based designs on this type of surface.
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If your mural is damaged (graffiti, paint chipping due to weather damage, etc.) please reach out to us and we can discuss repair options! This is not common, but does happen occasionally and we would love to make it right. We charge an hourly rate of $50 to complete small repairs or touch-ups, but may also require a supply fee if the repair is extensive.
*Repair requests will be completed at the discretion of the artist.
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We occasionally can accommodate requests on a shorter notice, but typically need 2-3 months lead time to accommodate larger mural projects. Outdoor murals can only be completed when temps are above 50°F.
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We don’t typically paint signage (excluding text included within a mural design), but there are many local painters specializing in signage who can do a stellar job. Let us know and we are happy to provide recommendations.
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Bright Wall Collective is fully insured with General Liability Insurance.



