Your front door sets the tone before anyone rings the bell. The color you choose sends a quiet message — welcoming, formal, playful, calm — and it's one of the highest-return, lowest-cost upgrades you can make to your home's curb appeal.
September 8, 2026Accent walls are one of the easiest ways to add personality and interest to a room — but done incorrectly, they can make a room feel disjointed instead of thoughtfully designed.
August 19, 2026A scuff on the wall, a chip in the trim, a faded patch by the door — why repaint the whole room when you can dab a little paint over the damage?
July 31, 2026You picked a white paint color. A clean, simple, foolproof white. But when you sample it on your wall, it suddenly looks unmistakably pink — or green, or lavender.
July 14, 2026When hiring a painting contractor, it's common to focus on color choices, pricing, and timelines. It is understandable to consider those things.
July 1, 2026A fresh coat of paint can transform your home, but not every painting project is a simple weekend job.
May 22, 2026Getting a room ready for painting is mostly about clearing space, protecting surfaces, and preparing the walls for paint.
April 28, 2026Homeowners often focus their attention on choosing the right paint color. But as Northern Virginia painting pros, we know that a paint's sheen is the unsung hero of a great paint job.
January 13, 2026If you've been in a department store over the last few months, you may have noticed a shift in colors on the clothing racks.
November 25, 2025There's nothing worse than stepping back to admire a freshly painted wall… only to realize there are brush lines.
May 27, 2025Open floorplans are ideal for entertaining, keeping an eye on the kids while you cook, or enjoying that casual, airy vibe.
May 7, 2025To tape or not to tape! Painter's tape is the unsung hero of every crisp, clean paint job. Yes, it's an extra step when you're painting.
April 11, 2025A few months ago, we wrote about selecting the correct sheen for your project. Let's expand on that topic by discussing how paint finishes can enhance durability, aesthetics, and even the maintenance of your walls.
March 17, 2025It may seem like a good idea to purchase wood trim and then call us to paint it. However, this approach often leads to unnecessary challenges, added costs, and disappointing results.
February 25, 2025Your home is your sanctuary, where you unwind, escape the outside world, recharge, and create lasting memories.
February 14, 2025While trends like millennial pink come and go, earth tones, particularly shades of brown, have enduring appeal.
February 5, 2025Choosing the correct color is essential when planning a painting project, but choosing the correct sheen can make or break the final appearance.
January 27, 2025As 2025 approaches, the interior design world embraces fresh, bold, timeless paint color trends catering to diverse tastes.
January 14, 2025Northern Virginia's climate greatly influences the durability and appearance of your home's paint. It's hot, humid summers, cold winters, and varying weather patterns make it essential to understand how these conditions affect paint, enabling you to protect your home better.
December 2, 2024The simple answer is no. Using exterior paint indoors is unsafe because it can release dangerous airborne chemicals.
November 20, 2024When choosing paint colors for a room, one factor often overlooked is the effect of natural or artificial lighting.
November 11, 2024Fall means a lot of things, but in the paint-color world, it means announcements for next year's Color of the Year.
November 1, 2024Hiring a professional painting contractor is a great way to transform your home. Proper preparation before the painters arrive can make the process smoother and faster.
October 23, 2024Over the last year or so, paint color trends have shifted toward deep colors, earthy tones, and timeless classics.
October 15, 2024Estimating the amount of paint required for a project is crucial to avoid running short or overspending.
September 24, 2024The choice of a paintbrush when painting can significantly impact the quality of the work. If you're thinking of tackling an interior paint job, here's our guide to understanding the different types of paintbrushes and their uses to help you achieve a professional finish.
September 13, 2024As we head from summer to fall, it's time to consider exterior painting. Fall can be an ideal time for exterior painting, particularly in Northern Virginia.
September 5, 2024Lighting plays a significant role in how we perceive colors. Lighting can make a shade that looks ideal in one type of lighting appear entirely different in another.
August 29, 2024You can get very creative when selecting paint—and we don't just mean with color! Some excellent specialty paints are available to showcase your creativity in your space.
August 9, 2024As longtime Northern Virginia painters, we know that maintaining painted walls and surfaces in a home can be challenging.
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