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Phone Estimates Don’t Work!

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    Phone Estimates Don’t Work!

    You should never receive (or, for that matter, ask for) a painting estimate over the phone or online.

    March 12, 2020
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    Tired of your kitchen cabinets? Why not repaint them?

    Are you thinking of replacing your kitchen cabinets because you're tired of the color or stain? You might not have to replace them.

    March 4, 2020
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    What you need to know about wallpaper removal

    Sometimes a client is tired of wallpaper and wants us to remove it and paint in its place. We are always happy to help a client refresh the look of their home!

    February 21, 2020
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    What’s best for everyone?

    The main reason we take the time to write our blog is as a service to clients and potential clients across Northern Virginia.

    February 12, 2020
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    What are your expectations?

    There's an old saying that goes something like: "Don't expect too much, and you'll never be disappointed." That might be the case at times, but when it comes to your painting contractor, we don't think it should be valid.

    February 3, 2020
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    Tips for Selecting Paint Colors

    Repainting your home is a great way to transform its look, curb appeal, or even its style. Painting is probably the easiest and most inexpensive way to refresh a home without undergoing renovations.

    January 24, 2020
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    Are you ready for a cabinet transformation? Consider paint.

    If you don't like how your kitchen or bathroom cabinets are looking these days, you might be tempted to replace them.

    January 15, 2020
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    2020 Color Trends – and Where to Look for Inspiration

    Are you thinking of repainting and wondering what colors are on-trend? There's a lot of buzz every fall about what to expect in color trends for the following year.

    January 6, 2020
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    Picking an Accent Wall Color

    Accent walls are an excellent way to add interest to a room. It's also a unique way to highlight a particular feature in a room, such as a fireplace.

    December 20, 2019
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    Have you winterized yet?

    I think we can all agree that winter has arrived in Northern Virginia! If you haven't winterized your home yet, you'll want to do it as soon as possible!

    December 10, 2019
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    Paying the lowest price could cost you later!

    Before you hire a contractor, due diligence is critical. Luckily, it's a pretty standard process: Meet with several contractors at the site of the project, ask about their process for completing the project, ensure that they're licensed, ask for an estimate, and check their references.

    December 2, 2019
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    The Problem with Estimating by Square Foot

    Far too many painting contractors estimate the cost of a project by the square foot only. To be clear, measuring square footage is important, but more information is required to put together an accurate quote.

    November 22, 2019
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    Middleburg Home Gets a Refresh

    This beautiful wood and stucco home owned by our client, Andrea, was ready for a paint refresh. We also did some exterior siding repairs and added new wood or siding trim in certain areas of the exterior.

    November 14, 2019
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    Is your home ready for the holidays?

    The onslaught of the holidays is almost upon us! Before it starts, you might consider refreshing your home's interior painting!

    November 6, 2019
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    Painting an open plan with more than one color

    Open floor-plans, where living, dining, and kitchen areas are combined into one seamless space, are more popular than ever.

    October 30, 2019
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    4 Reasons to Paint your Cabinets – Instead of Replacing them

    If you think your kitchen needs a renovation to breathe some life into it, you might have another option.

    October 22, 2019
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    Leftover Paint?

    Your paint project is done, and you find yourself with leftover paint. What can you do with it? Let's start with the fact that paint contains hazardous elements that could potentially leak and cause harm.

    October 14, 2019
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    Ten Tips for your Fall Checklist

    As a Northern Virginia painter, our experience has taught us that fall is an excellent time for home improvement projects.

    October 4, 2019
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    Selecting Paint for your Bathroom

    Fall is an excellent time for home improvement projects! If you feel like you want to make some changes in your home, the bathroom is a great space to update with paint.

    September 27, 2019
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    Removing Wallpaper for a Beautiful Transformation!

    It's not often we have a 33-year old "before and after" in the making! That's how long Marie's wallpaper had been in place when she asked us to remove it in favor of paint.

    September 19, 2019
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    How to Color-Block Your Room

    We're all about the power of color to improve the look of a space! You don't have to renovate a room to transform it into something exciting, bold, and updated.

    September 5, 2019
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    Is gray still popular and is it the best neutral?

    After years of gray as a favorite paint color, you might be wondering if it's starting to go out of style or is it still worthy of being added to your home's color palette.

    August 29, 2019
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    Painters arrive tomorrow. How do we prepare?

    So, you've read our estimate, signed the contract, picked out your paint colors, and we're arriving tomorrow to begin the project.

    August 20, 2019
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    How long can we keep old paint?

    Sometimes friends or clients will ask how long they can keep old paint.  It’s a great question, as some communities have strict rules about disposing of household chemicals, including paint!  Most homeowners have cans of leftover paints lying around their garage or utility closets.

    August 13, 2019
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    Handy Tips for Selecting Paint Color

    Selecting a paint color can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be. If your one of our current clients, you're entitled to a one-hour, free consultation with our interior designer to help you select colors.

    August 5, 2019
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    Composite or Natural Wood for Your Deck?

    A common question homeowners have when they find it's time to replace or repair their wood decks is: "Do we use real wood or composite?" Great question, because there are differences!

    July 19, 2019
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    What type of washing do you need for your home?

    Did you know there's a difference in power and pressure washing? There's also soft washing as well if we want to include all kinds of exterior washes available.

    July 12, 2019
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    What causes nail pops?

    If you live in a new or newer home, you've likely seen a nail pop or two. So, what causes drywall nail-pops?  Several things cause them, but let's start by defining a nail pop.

    July 3, 2019
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    Reviving the charm of a Virginia cottage

    This charming house owned by the Palmers had a significant amount of wood rot, even though it was built in 2014.

    June 27, 2019
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    Brick House Painting

    Last month we profiled a beautiful brick home made even more spectacular when we painted the brick facade.

    June 20, 2019
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