After going through dozens of samples and visiting the paint store who knows how many times, you’ve finally decided on a paint color. You head back to the store for what you hope will be the last time, hand them the sample, only to be asked one more question: what kind of paint? It’s a… Read more »
About to paint your home? Before you grab those brushes and rollers, take some time out for surface prep. Full surface preparation includes cleaning, repairing, sanding, patching, masking and priming. The process may be time-consuming, but it’s an essential step. An estimated 80 percent of paint failures are due to improperly preparing the surface. Here’s… Read more »
If you’ve got a small room in your house, there’s no reason for it to feel cramped or claustrophobic. With the right paint color, you can make your small room feel bigger. Here are our tips: Navy blue Deep, rich colors create the perception of depth in a small space by accentuating shadows cast by… Read more »
If you’re considering a DIY paint job for your home or business, you’ll need the right tools. These are the essential painting tools to pick up on your next trip to the hardware store: Tape No need to get fancy here. Some standard ScotchBlue painter’s tape will do the trick. For detail work, try FrogTape,… Read more »
Choosing the right paint color for your home can be a difficult undertaking. Not only will your color choice help you decide which furniture pieces to buy, it will also determine the mood and feeling of your home. Lucky for you, there are handy tools just a click of a mouse or a tap of… Read more »
If you’re planning to take on a DIY painting project, it pays to know what the pros do! Here are some of our DIY painting tips: Make sure you prep the surface The most flawless paint job in the world won’t hide cracks, chips or irregularities in your wall. Start by scraping, sanding, patching and… Read more »
Choosing the interior paint color scheme for your home can be a challenging task. The colors you choose will determine which furniture pieces you should buy as well as affect the overall mood and feeling of your space. Here are some tips: Start by choosing a color for the largest and most central room For… Read more »
Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt relaxed, energized or otherwise different? You may not believe it at first, but chances are it had something to do with the color of the room’s paint! Choose your paint colors wisely to inspire moods, create the illusion of a larger space or help your… Read more »
We all know how frustrating it is when you notice that the paint in your home is cracking, bubbling or peeling. Why does it happen, and what can you do about it? Why is my paint bubbling? Bubbling is caused by a lack of adhesion between the paint and its surface, usually triggered by moisture… Read more »