Archive for "Painting"

Feb 17

Monochromatic Color Schemes That Work

Monochromatic color schemes make a bold statement when done right. By using a single color in various shades, you add drama and sophistication to any room. Reference a paint swatch to achieve a monochromatic color scheme that works. Paint swatches show you the same color in tones that range from rich and saturated to pale […]

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Dec 15

Marsala: Using the Color of the Year In Your Home

The color specialists at Pantone have chosen “Marsala” as the Color of the Year for 2015! The sophisticated, reddish brown will define consumers’ mood and design trends for the year. You can already find Marsala across the globe in food, fashion, and home décor. The color trend will continue to grow in 2015, whether it’s […]

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Aug 18

Understanding Paint Estimates

When ordering the services of a professional paint contractor to re-paint your home, it’s always good to understand to the pricing estimate involved.  Typically, the quote given to you accurately reflects cost of materials plus time needed to complete the task, spread across the wage spectrum. Understand how paint pricing works by completing a rough […]

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Jun 17

Painting In Heat & Humidity

Summer house painting projects can pose a challenge, especially when it comes to your homes exterior. Heat and humidity can cause these types of projects to turn into disasters.  Read on to discover how to counter the problems summer weather can cause and prevent them from damaging your home improvement project. High Temperatures: Painting the […]

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Jun 13

Painting Costal Homes

On behalf of Mother Nature, exterior home paint is subject to many beatings. As weather on the coasts tends to be a bit more extreme, beachfront estates or homes situated in any coastal region know all too well that severe weather can cause paint to fade or chip at a quicker rate than landlocked homes. […]

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Nov 19

Tips for Painting Brick

Exposed brick on the interior of your home can look beautiful… sometimes. Other times, it can be a distraction from the ambiance of your room. Before you whip out the paint brush, read these tips to determine how you should handle your brick dilemma: Condition. Brick that is chipping or deteriorating in any way should […]

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Nov 4

The 4 P’s of Painting

Not everyone is a master painter. You could be a first-time homeowner looking to brighten up your new bathroom or maybe you just want to renew an old piece of furniture with a fresh coat of paint. Regardless of the situation, there are four basic steps to completing any painting project. They are the four […]

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Oct 15

Tips for Painting in Cold Weather

Winter is quickly approaching, which means many homeowners will put off outdoor home improvement projects until the warm weather returns. Cold weather (temperatures between 35 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit) can wreak havoc on an exterior paint job, but that doesn’t mean that your projects have to be put off. Read on for tips on painting […]

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Sep 12

Tips for Painting with Gray

When it comes to home décor, gray is the new white. This color was once looked at as a boring household addition, but today is becoming more and more popular in homes across the country. Gray décor has been featured in a number of home decorating magazines, and is growing more popular for bathrooms, bedrooms, […]

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Aug 29

How to Paint the Ceiling

Look up. Does your ceiling look dingy, dirty or damaged? Maybe it’s time to repaint. Painting your walls can clean up a room but nothing brightens up your entire home like clean, crisp ceilings. We compiled instructions on how to get started painting your ceilings. Tools: First you need the proper tools. Just paintbrushes and […]

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