If you're looking for some simple home improvements, we have some excellent ideas for you. This is a perfect opportunity to refresh your home's appearance without making time-consuming or costly changes. We have four ideas for how to update old paint or transform the look of your home with fresh paint. 1....
Homeowners 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. Pick the wrong sheen for a room (or other painted surfaces), and you'll have scuffs, smudges,...
So you've just had your walls painted, and they look perfect. Now comes the important - sometimes - tricky part: keeping them looking that way. For one thing, paint finish (sheen) matters greatly when tackling stains and wall cleaning. Matte and flat finishes are exceptionally...
Painting your cabinets might be the refresh they desperately need. It's typically a fraction of the cost of replacing them—and when done by pros, the results can be transformative. They can look new without being new. Here's what to know about painting cabinets: • Paint type matters. Latex...
The Colonial Color Playbook: Paint Colors That Work With Brick Colonials If you live in Northern Virginia, there's a good chance your home has one thing in common with others in the neighborhood: brick. And while brick is timeless and elegant, it can also make exterior color...
If you've been in a department store over the last few months, you may have noticed a shift in colors on the clothing racks. And it's not just about fall colors. Brown is everywhere. Warm, deep earth tones abound. And now, Benjamin Moore is reinforcing that...
When you’re comparing painting contractors, it can be hard to tell one from another at first glance. But here’s a little insider tip: take a look at their tools and equipment. Professional painters who take pride in their work invest in high-quality tools because they know...
If you live in Northern Virginia, chances are your home has plenty of brick. From stately colonials to cozy fireplaces, brick is common in this area. And every so often, we get calls from homeowners who are ready for a change and ask the big...
Let's be honest — removing wallpaper isn't anyone's idea of fun. It's one of those home projects that sounds simple until you're standing there with a scraper in one hand and regret in the other. However, by following the correct process, it can be a...
When our clients ask for our take on chalkboard vs. whiteboard paints, we usually respond with two simple questions: How do you plan to use the surface? Do you prefer to use chalk or markers? Your answers will help you decide between chalkboard paint and its...
