The world of painting and painting contractors isn't immune to old wives' tales and myths. As a homeowner, you need to know what's fact and what's fiction when it comes to painting because there are a lot of misconceptions.
February 9, 2022
The world of painting and painting contractors isn't immune to old wives' tales and myths. As a homeowner, you need to know what's fact and what's fiction when it comes to painting because there are a lot of misconceptions.
February 9, 2022Let's talk color as we head into a new year! Selecting a color that suits your home's interior design style and your personal preference can be challenging.
February 1, 2022Very old colonial houses hold an inherent beauty. When someone entrusts us at Home Works Painting to repaint a building that's almost 100-years old, we feel a certain respect for the house.
January 24, 2022It's January! Hopefully, you've already winterized your home. But if you haven't, better late than never!
January 14, 2022It can feel overwhelming if you're trying to pick a color scheme for your home's interior. Where should you start?
January 6, 2022Are you thinking of repainting your home? That's not a small project. If you're doing it yourself, it's an even bigger project.
December 29, 2021Selecting 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.
December 16, 2021Paint 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.
December 7, 2021Ready 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?
November 30, 2021It 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.
November 22, 2021Don'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.
November 15, 2021A 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.
November 5, 2021Want to spice up a room? Add an accent wall! As professional painting contractors, we fully appreciate their value.
October 29, 2021At 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.
October 21, 2021One 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.
October 12, 2021As 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.
October 4, 2021Summer days are fading, and so is your home's exterior paintwork. So when should you schedule an appointment?
September 23, 2021If your Northern Virginia home's curb appeal is looking a bit dull or dated, there are a few things that can add value and boost its curb appeal.
September 17, 2021High-quality paints are better than ever. Formulas are healthier than ever for air quality, provide better surface coverage, and the colors are more saturated.
September 8, 2021We touched history this summer! This past June, we painted some exterior areas of Robert E. Lee's childhood home in Old Town Alexandria.
August 31, 2021As professional painters of almost two decades, we see many painting mistakes made by a previous painter or a homeowner.
August 20, 2021We're sometimes asked if we can apply just a single coat of paint to an exterior when we're doing a project.
August 12, 2021Residential painters know how much color can affect perception, including your home's interior and exterior paint colors.
August 4, 2021Many houses in our area have lovely wrought iron railings or details. As beautiful as iron details can be, it does develop rust over time.
July 27, 2021In the last five or so years, we've painted many whites, grays, and cool blues and greens on the walls of Northern Virginia homes.
July 19, 2021Do you have some old paint lying around, and wondering if it's still useable? It might be, depending on a few factors.
July 9, 2021Online reviews are important for small businesses for several reasons. Those leaving the reviews might feel like they have nothing to lose (or gain).
June 29, 2021Painter's tape isn't just for painting! There are some very creative uses for it around the house. You don't have to be a Picasso or even particularly creative to put the tape to some good use.
June 21, 2021We've written about lead paint before, but it's such an important subject, one with health ramifications, that we like to touch upon it regularly.
June 11, 2021A service we provide as painting contractors is wood deck staining. These before and after pictures speak for themselves - staining wood can completely transform the look of wood.
June 3, 2021
