Surface preparation
- preparing surfaces for painting
- filling and levelling surfaces (tasoitetyöt)
- sanding
- priming
- removing old paint (maalinpoisto)
Maria Barkova
Painting and surface finishing
My name is Maria Barkova. I am a professional painter and surface finishing specialist. I graduated from Helsingin Maalariammattikoulu, the vocational painting school in Helsinki.
About me
I have experience in painting and surface finishing, and I keep developing my skills. Care, quality and attention to detail matter most to me. I prepare surfaces thoroughly so the result looks beautiful and lasts.
I work as a kevytyrittäjä — a self-employed professional using an invoicing service — and offer painting and finishing for flats, houses and other spaces.
- Education
- Helsingin Maalariammattikoulu
- Service area
- Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa
- Spoken languages
- Finnish, Russian, English and Spanish
- Working status
- kevytyrittäjä
My work
My services
Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa
Painting
- painting walls and ceilings
- maintenance painting (korjausmaalaus)
- painting doors and other wooden surfaces
- furniture painting
- painting metal surfaces
Details and decoration
- painting stairwells and other shared spaces
- stencilling letters and signs
- decorative painting and other painting work
I work carefully and responsibly, giving each project my full attention. Before starting, I discuss the work, materials and desired result with the client.
How I work
A stairwell wall, step by step.
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Starting point
A good finish starts with preparation: I check and protect surfaces before work begins.
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Even surfaces
I fill and level uneven areas, then sand them smooth.
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Careful priming
Primer evens out absorption so the paint adheres well and lasts.
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Colour on the wall
Careful painting with clean edges.
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Finished result
A clean, even and lasting finish.
Try it yourself
Prepare the wall. Pick a colour.
Arrow keys move the tool and work on the wall.
Need quality painting or help with surface finishing?
Get in touch to discuss your project and find the right solution.
Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa