Author: Mike Katounas

We love collaborating with past clients on their new projects. Sue and Bob of Vienna gave us that opportunity this past August, making it our third project with them. We were happy to help them, partly because we did more than paint. Read on for...

As painting contractors, we often talk about the transformative power of paint because color can make a huge difference! Here are four creative ideas to help you add character to your home. To have a fabulous room, you don't need architectural details, like molding or paneling....

Paint color trends often reflect how broader society is feeling or behaving. Cool greys, whites, and pastel blues and greens have been popular for several years. Then about two years ago, we began to see a few hues more rooted in nature peeking through, particularly...

Do you know paint finishes well enough to pick the right one for your walls? Paint comes in different finishes. As a long-time painting company in the Sterling, Virginia area, we know that paint finish (also known as paint sheen; we'll use the names interchangeably...

With decades of painting experience, we've learned to ask many questions before taking on a job. The questions and client's answers help guarantee a project's success and a client's satisfaction. And we like it when our clients are happy! Unfortunately, although it's rare, sometimes projects do...

We paint a lot of Northern Virginia homes, but we also regularly paint commercial spaces and offices. Keeping your offices looking sharp is essential for the message it sends your clients. Outdated colors or peeling paint can make your business look unprofessional. Here are some valuable...

"How long will it take," is one of the questions we often hear, and it's a reasonable question. Each interior project is different, meaning timelines will vary. It can take a few hours, days, or even weeks if it's a large home. Several factors affect...

If you're not in the paint industry, you probably don't realize the amount of research and development done by manufacturers to improve paint. Today's technology can lead to improvements that go way beyond color. Paint quality is better than ever, and there is more variety....

Did your little Picasso use a wall in your home as their canvas? It's not a rare event. (We mean the crayons, not that your child will turn out to be Picasso!) There are several easy methods using household items you can try before you...

Our clients here in Northern Virginia often ask us about doing an accent or feature wall. If you're unfamiliar with the term, an accent wall is painted, wallpapered, and/or trimmed differently than the others in a room. They can add interest and dimension to a...

Awards and Recognition

Alternate Best Pick Ribbon
Member of Painting Contractor Association

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