Painting is so much more than picking a color. We understand this at Home Works Painting. It's why we will ask you a series of essential questions at our first meeting, and your answers will directly impact the project. We will explain the decisions you need...
Benjamin Moore announced their pick for Color of the Year 2023. It's certainly a bold choice! Raspberry Blush 2008-30 is "the definition of charismatic color," according to the company. Raspberry Blush is a show-stopping, rich combination of red and orange. Its boldness is also reflected in the rest...
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...
While it can be tempting to save money by hiring the cheapest painting contractor, that might not be the best idea. You might save some money upfront, but there's a good chance it can cost you more later. The least expensive contractors sometimes don't produce...
After years of white, grey, and more grey, there's a color transition occurring, including paint colors. Houzz reported in 2021 that searches for green kitchen cabinets were up a whopping 829% from April-June 2021, compared to the same time the previous year. Google "paint color...
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...
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,...
On a quiet, leafy street in the heart of Herndon, Virginia, we had the privilege of working on a historic house. The grand old dame is 143-years old. Seeing the before and after results of this beautiful Victorian gave us a sense of satisfaction and...
Spring is here - for the most part! We still have some evening chills, but daytime highs are creeping up quickly. April and May are a great time in Northern Virginia to tackle some simple tasks around your home before the summer weather arrives. You...
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...
