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Color Can Date A Room

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    Color Can Date A Room

    Keeping up with color trends isn’t of interest (understandably) to everyone. However, paint color can be important for several reasons.

    October 27, 2017
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    Wallace Job

    Replace old wallpaper with paint and what you get is a new room. The project we tackled for a charming Northern Virginia couple was an excellent example of the transformative power of paint in the expert hands of a reputable painting contractor.

    October 11, 2017
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    Wallpaper Removal

    Removing old wallpaper is a daunting task. There is no nicer way of putting it. As one of the leading painting contractors in Northern Virginia, wallpaper removal is one of the services we offer.

    September 18, 2017
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    Paint before you list your home

    Imagine walking into a home on the real estate market: the walls are scuffed, and the walls appear dingy.

    September 1, 2017
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    Painting kitchen cabinets

    What kind of paint should I use to paint my kitchen cabinets? If your kitchen or bathroom cabinets are past their prime, you might be able to have them painted instead of replacing them.

    August 23, 2017
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    Dry Erase Paint

    When our clients and friends ask us for our professional opinion of chalkboard paint, we turn it back to them with two questions: How do you intend to use the surface?

    August 11, 2017
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    Staining

    It would be great if you never again had to re-stain your deck. But, that's not the case for most of us - especially if any weather elements reach the deck and you use it!

    August 3, 2017
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    How to insert vibrant color into your home

    Grey and white are still popular neutrals these days, but that doesn’t mean you have to live in an entirely monochromatic home.

    July 21, 2017
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    Can You Paint Vinyl Siding?

    Our customers often ask us if they can paint vinyl siding when it starts to look worn. In most cases, you can paint vinyl siding.

    July 10, 2017
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    Questions to ask a Paint Estimator

    We’d like to offer you some advice on what to ask a paint estimator or us before your next home project.

    June 27, 2017
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    Powerwashing

    Now is a good time in Northern Virginia area to begin preparing your home’s exterior for hot summer days and outdoor entertaining.

    June 13, 2017
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    Father’s Day

    Father’s Day this year is just a few weeks away on June 18. What are you giving to the father in your life?

    June 2, 2017
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    Paint Spraying

    Let us offer a few words of advice for do-it-yourselfers thinking of spray painting their home’s interior.

    May 30, 2017
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    Is your home ready for summer?

    Are you ready for summer? The weather is warming up and it’s time to start thinking about getting your Northern Virginia area home ready for summer.

    May 16, 2017
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    Do dark colors make a room smaller?

    Let’s debunk a myth right now about dark wall colors. It's a misconception that dark walls shrink a room.

    May 3, 2017
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    Selecting Paint Colors

    If you have ever needed to select a paint color, you know it's not always easy!  It can be a big challenge to find the right paint color.

    April 17, 2017
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    Wood Rot

    Have you checked your home’s exterior for wood rot recently? Do you know how to check for it and what to do if you find it?

    April 6, 2017
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    Spring into Action for Exterior Painting

    It’s not unusual for one of our customers to ask us how often they should repaint the exteriors of their homes.

    March 27, 2017
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    Apps for Paint Colors

    Technology is quickly changing the face of professional services such as painting and color selections.

    March 15, 2017
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    Prep Work

    For a successful paint job, preparation is vital. Selecting a color is just a small part of an overall paint project.

    March 5, 2017
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    Moldings

    There are many ways to add interest to a room and, certainly, we like to say that painting is the easiest!

    February 20, 2017
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    Five Tips For Potential Customers

    Running a painting business in Northern Virginia has distinct advantages. It’s a highly populated area which means greater potential for business.

    February 10, 2017
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    Winterizing Your Home

    It’s not too late to perform some winterizing of your home if you haven’t already! This winter’s fluctuating temperatures could cause damage to a home - not to mention the loss of energy efficiency.

    January 15, 2017
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    SELECTING THE RIGHT PAINT FINISH

    One of the most frequently asked questions we get as reputable painters in the Northern Virginia area relates to paint finishes.

    December 28, 2016
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    Paint-It-Forward: We Have a Winner!

    READY FOR RELEASE December 12, 2016 Home Works Painting Selects ADAPT Clubhouse as the First Annual Paint-It-Forward Winner Brain Injury Services Organization to Receive $5000 in Painting Services Home Works Painting, LLC is pleased to announce ADAPT Clubhouse, an Alexandria based brain injury program, as the winner of their first Paint-It- Forward program.

    December 12, 2016
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    First Day of the Project

    One question our clients often ask us what they can expect on the first day of their project. Great question!

    December 8, 2016
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    Refresh Your Home on a Budget

    Here are five things you can do to refresh your home’s look without investing a lot of money.  If you're handy around the house, you can save more money by doing them yourself.

    November 29, 2016
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    Don’t Make Color Decisions at Sunset

    Here’s a painting tip: never select a paint color in the early morning or early evening hours.  As a professional Northern Virginia painter, we know that it is very important to look at paint colors at various times throughout the day, but not in the early morning or around dusk when the human eye's color perception is at its worst!

    November 11, 2016
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    This Fall We’re “Painting” It Forward!

    That’s right! We’re “Painting” it forward. Similar to the cultural phenomenon you see on social media where people pay for someone else’s coffee or doughnuts in line behind them, Home Works Painting has joined the national movement and will be doing our part by “painting” it forward.

    October 14, 2016
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    New Paint Vs. New Furniture

    If you want to change the look of your home’s interior spaces, try repainting. It is the easiest and most inexpensive way to refresh a look without undergoing a renovation.

    October 5, 2016
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