Let’s debunk a myth right now about dark wall colors. It's a misconception that dark walls shrink a room. Dark wall colors do not make a room look small just like a light color will not cause the room to look any larger. Dark wall...
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. So, where do you begin? Where do you find inspiration for color? Here are some ideas we...
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? Unless you have previous experience and good knowledge of wood rot, leaving it to reputable paint professionals to detect...
It’s not unusual for one of our customers to ask us how often they should repaint the exteriors of their homes. The answer will depend in great part on where you live, how long it has been since you last painted your home, and the...
Technology is quickly changing the face of professional services such as painting and color selections. Most major paint manufacturers now offer consumers a handy phone app to simplify the often angst-ridden process of choosing a color. As professional painters in Northern Virginia, we’ve seen how...
For a successful paint job, preparation is vital. Selecting a color is just a small part of an overall paint project. If you take your time and do a meticulous job prepping your space before you begin applying paint, you will be happier with the...
There are many ways to add interest to a room and, certainly, we like to say that painting is the easiest! However, we’d be remiss if we didn’t also say that specialty trim molding is another terrific way to change the look of a room...
Running a painting business in Northern Virginia has distinct advantages. It’s a highly populated area which means greater potential for business. This area tends to attract a discerning clientele willing to ask questions and expect a higher standard of service. We are all too happy...
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. As Northern Virginia professional painters, we can offer a few simple...
One of the most frequently asked questions we get as reputable painters in the Northern Virginia area relates to paint finishes. A lot of folks don’t realize that paint comes in multiple finishes often called different things by different manufacturers. You might think the most...
