Painter Dan Consulting LLC

03/08/2026

Anyone in NJ who’s looking for the best.. look no further than Jason!

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from Painter Dan Consulting LLC! 🎉
Excited to announce I’ll be back in 2026 after a total hip replacement—ready to take on small jobs again! As a licensed realtor and mortgage loan originator, I’m here to help with your projects and real estate needs. Plus, enjoy the benefits of my Sherwin Williams Pro Plus account for your next paint job. Here’s to a fresh start and new opportunities in 2026!

09/13/2025

08/21/2025

Dan Gallagher

03/21/2025

Choosing the Right Paint Sheen for Your Project

When selecting paint, the sheen matters just as much as the color! Here’s a quick breakdown of the different sheens and where they work best:

🎨 Flat/Matte – No shine, great for hiding imperfections. Best for ceilings, low-traffic walls, and older surfaces. Harder to clean.

🎨 Eggshell – Soft, low sheen with a slight glow. A popular choice for living rooms and bedrooms. More washable than flat but still hides some imperfections.

🎨 Satin – Smooth with a slight shine. Great for high-traffic areas like hallways, kitchens, and bathrooms. Easy to clean and resists moisture.

🎨 Semi-Gloss – Noticeable shine and very durable. Best for trim, doors, cabinets, and areas that need frequent cleaning. Also resists moisture well.

🎨 Gloss/High-Gloss – The most reflective and durable. Great for furniture, cabinets, and accents but highlights imperfections.

💡 Pro Tip: Higher sheens reflect more light and are easier to clean, but they also show more surface flaws. Choose wisely based on the look and durability you need!

What’s your go-to paint sheen? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️

03/03/2025

🎯 Paint Roller Showdown: Cheap vs. Pro

Not all paint rollers are built the same — here’s why it matters 👇

🔍 Cheap Roller (Contractor Pack)
• Leaves lint in the paint
• Uneven coverage
• Takes 2-3 coats to get solid color
• Wastes paint = more $$$

💪 Pro Roller (Wooster or Purdy 3/8” Microfiber)
• Zero lint
• Smooth, even finish
• Full coverage in 1-2 coats
• Holds more paint = faster job

👉 Spend a few extra bucks on the right tools, and your walls will thank you.

What questions do you have about paint rollers? Drop them below ⬇️

02/25/2025

Hey homeowners: Ever have a painting project and wonder around Home Depot or Lowe’s and buy whatever you see off the shelf like Behr and Valspar because it’s “cheap”? Well.. today I will assure you that you get what you pay for. I won’t claim they are the worst paint in the world but spending a few extra dollars on the best quality will make a huge difference in the long run..

In the picture you’ll see my top 3 recommendations on the market by Sherwin Williams (Benjamin Moore is also great paint I recommend.. not easily available in my area)

Emerald.. Sherwin William’s highest quality and most expensive paint that may cost over $100 for homeowners.. great for bathrooms (Satin) and definately for best for trim/moldings in Semi-Gloss. Has the best coverage of any paint in my opinion. Comes in all the sheens - flat, matte, satin, and semi-gloss (Will go over sheens in future)

Duartion - Painter Dan’s favorite and most recommended product. The most cost effective with exceptional quality hands down. Also comes in all the sheens. Great for bathrooms in Satin (moisture resistant) and walls in either matte or satin. This paint goes on like butter! Love it!

Superpaint - One step below Duration but still a great paint for literally a few dollars cheaper. Comes in flat, satin (equivalent to matte according to Sherwin Williams), and semi-gloss. As per my cousin Jason Gallagher’s recommendation this is my go to ceiling paint in a flat sheen. Better than any ceiling paint on the market in my view- Great coverage and makes the room pop! Also good for closets

Not sure what sheen to pick?.. Stay tuned and I’ll break it down

Have a project coming up? Let me know and i’ll get you the best results

Painter Dan

02/22/2025

Hey everyone.. Painter Dan’s first tip/advice.. and maybe the most valuable.. your health/well-being/fitness

In my previous life as a certified personal/master trainer for 17 years I’ve learned/instilled invaluable lessons that will resonate with me forever, but today i’ll keep it simple. I’ve always believed that no matter what you do in life.. your fitness/health must be a priority .. even over what you do in your career. Without it.. you are no good to your family, your career, and even yourself.

Over the last 3 months I’ve been thru 4 MRI’s, physical therapy, cortisone shots (and more upcoming) as I deal with shoulder, hips, and back issues where I had to adopt a lion mentality/going to church to help combat these issues as I try to be the best person I can be for my family

Few people I would like to thank that helped me in my fitness journey:
Ron Hyland.. my instructor at Ocean Country Vocational School, where it all started
Karen Kuyl- My fitness director and boss for about 12 years, who taught me almost everything I know in fitness
John Messina - The Man, Myth, and Legend, heart and soul of KS Fitness, a natural born winner I wouldn’t have been a trainer for as long as I was if it weren’t for him and valuable friend
Haeja Yoo- aka Big Cheese - thank you for dealing with all my s**t and never giving on me
Charhee Yoon - a real life Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.. best spotter in the world the best workout partner i’ve ever had. Your Eagles still suck

Before these people existed to me: First came the greatest coach in the planet: Bill Castner along with John Karkovice, Walt Peto, Bill Paskewich and many great coaches I’ve had.

Remember where you came from and use that in the future. Strong mentality, trust God, and trust and believe the process and be the best version of yourself!