Scott Burt

Scott Burt owns Topcoat Finishes, a high end residential paint company in Jericho, Vt. As a paint industry trainer, Scott and business partner Todd Pudvar run preptofinish.com - a site dedicated educating and training young painters and contractors. He is the author of the popular "From the Field" column in American Painting Contractor magazine.

Scott Burt's Posts

Q&A
Finishing Tips for Ceiling Trim

by Scott Burt

Should crown molding be painted to match the ceiling, or to match the trim in the rest of the room?
Superb Paint-Grade Finishes

by Scott Burt

Pro tips for a flawless, durable finish for interior trim
Future-Proofing the Workforce

by Scott Burt

Shaping the next generation
Field Test: Elastomeric Coatings for PT Decking

by Scott Burt

After using SuperDeck Deck & Dock elastomeric coating to restore old pressure-treated wood decking, Vermont painting contractor Scott Burt reports on the results.
A Multi-Use Leveling Base for Extension Ladders

by Scott Burt

Here's a leveling foot for extension ladders that reduces setup time and aggravation.