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...
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...
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...
Wondering just how much paint you need for your project? It's an age-old question for the DIYer! How many gallons should you buy? We can help you out with this, so read on! How to Calculate How Much Paint You Need You can take some steps to...
Did you know that we do more than just paint? As experienced painting contractors in Northern Virginia, we also do carpentry and other services. This past winter, not only did we work on a 143-year-old home in Herndon, but we also created a basement bedroom in...
Before you renovate your bathroom, you might want to consider repainting instead. It's a small investment that could save you thousands of dollars and months for a bathroom renovation. Repainting might be enough to transform the space. A few coats of paint can radically transform a...
Do you find mold growing on just one side of your Virginia home's exterior? That's not unusual. Whatever type of siding you have, it's not uncommon to find mold mainly growing on one side, usually the north-facing wall. There are several reasons for this, and,...
When we come to assess your painting needs, it's extremely important to have the decision-maker (or makers) present. Without them there, we probably can't make a fair assessment of the project. That, in turn, would affect the estimate or quote we give. If the decision-maker for...
