Baseboards and trim can elevate the appearance of your home’s interior, but even the most ornate trim piece will look dilapidated if it is not painted properly. While the skill of the painter certainly comes into play, the type of paint you use can also have a large impact on the finished product. With this […]
You’ve just installed your beautiful new fence! Now, while it cures, you have the difficult decision of choosing a stain or paint color. With all the options out there, how can you choose the right sealant for your fence? First, before you settle on a color, consider the type of stain you need and how […]
How to Find the Right Color for Your Interior Paint Job Have you procrastinated painting the walls in your home because you’re worried you won’t find the right color? Are you simply “making do” with old-fashioned paint colors simply because the prospect of updating your paint is overwhelming? Or maybe you’re a first-time homeowner who […]
Do you have plans to redo your kitchen in the new year? Even if you don’t consider yourself a chef or a baker, you still likely spend a good amount of time in your kitchen. A kitchen isn’t just a place to slave over the stove. It is a place where you enjoy food that […]
Dry Fall Paint: Definition and Uses Dry fall paint, also known as dry drop paint, is a type of specialty spray paint that is meant to immediately dry to the surface it is sprayed upon. Usually, spray painting results in overspray, which is the name given to small droplets of paint that do not stick […]
Exterior house painting costs are determined by factors such as the number of stories, size and type of material. Painting the exterior of a house is usually done over several days unless you have a large crew working. According to This Old House, the average cost to paint a 2,000 sq. ft. house ranges starts […]
If you’re working on finishing (or refinishing) flooring, a piece of furniture, or a portion of your home, you might receive a recommendation to use lacquer. Knowing how (and why) to apply lacquer is an important skill that many homeowners and/or DIYers should be familiar with. This article will teach you more about lacquer, helping […]
Are you prepping your house to be sold in the coming months? If so, you’ve come to the right place. While this is an exciting time, it can also be somewhat stressful. Having a checklist of to-do items that you need to complete before closing can help you sell your home successfully. Here are some […]
Statement walls and two-tone paint jobs have been growing in popularity over the past few years. All-white homes no longer control all of the top trends. These homes now appear washed out and boring, despite the bright light and blank canvas that they provide. Instead, bold, vibrant, and trendy colors that are tastefully and stylishly […]
With record-breaking heat waves hitting many parts of the country, everything from the travel industry to construction is being affected. One aspect of construction and home improvement that is especially susceptible to the heat is painting, as the ambient and surface temperatures can significantly impact the final results. With this guide you’ll learn how high […]
