Selecting a wall color can be tricky. Our experience and expertise as painters in the Northern Virginia area have taught us a lot about color perception related to color selection. So, we thought we'd share our dos and don'ts for accurate color selection to help...
Paint and stain can be similar and do similar things but aren't the same. Confused? As experienced painting contractors just outside of DC, we're happy to explain the differences - and similarities - between paint and stain. How are they similar? Both paint and stain have the...
Ready to tackle a renovation project in your Northern Virginia home? You'll also need to do some repainting, but you're not sure which comes first - paint or renovate? You might think painting comes first, but it all depends on the project. What's being done -...
It might be our job, but we love transforming a space with paint color! Our recent Chantilly, VA project is an excellent example of how paint can change a home's aesthetic. The home had a lot of black trim - from baseboards to crown molding and...
Don't panic if you spilled paint onto your carpet while doing some touch-up painting! There are a few things you can do to remove the paint. Most importantly, try to remove the paint while it's still wet. Removing dry paint from carpeting is a bit tougher...
A home's exterior can say a lot about who lives in the house. For example, a well-kept front door can say the homeowner cares about their home and its maintenance. This was the case recently on a Vienna, Virginia project. The homeowner hired us to restain...
Want to spice up a room? Add an accent wall! As professional painting contractors, we fully appreciate their value. A wall painted in a contrasting color to the other walls is an excellent way to add interest or highlight a feature, such as a fireplace...
At Home Works Painting, we're not just painting contractors. We also provide other services such as carpentry and power washing for our Northern Virginia clients. For example, we can install crown molding, an elegant decorative element that can significantly change the appearance of a space....
One of the most critical steps to exterior painting is preparation. For exterior paint to adhere correctly - and last longer - pressure washing is crucial in the process. In almost all cases, our painting crew will need to pressure wash the exterior of your...
As professional painters, we've been asked by clients why they have wall cracks. While cracks might look serious, they can be relatively common in new and older homes, including here in Northern Virginia. They are usually caused by normal house settling. However, there are some...
