Painting a stairwell can be a pain in the rear! They have high walls, uneven flooring and create awkward angles and spaces. Stairwells tend to be one area that many DIYers draw the line and call a professional painter. But, with the right tools, the right know-how, and a few professional tips, you can get …
Painting baseboards with carpet is a fairly common task for a painter. The problem, however, is that in my years of painting, I have seen what should be a fairly easy and straightforward painting project turn out awful when done wrong. I’ve seen contractors and homeowners alike who have painted baseboards in rooms with carpet …
You`ve decided that you`re ready for a new living room look, but you don`t have a clear vision of the finished product. Whether you`re remodeling because you`re putting your home on the market, moving into a new apartment, or you`re ready for a change, you can use these ideas to inspire your home transformation. When …
How much does it cost to paint a room? The amount of times I’ve been asked this question by a potential client in my 16+ years as a painting contractor is huge. This is a completely valid question and anyone calling or emailing me should be given a good answer. I’ve asked similar questions to …
It is often said you can’t judge a book by its cover. But if the cover is ugly, you probably aren’t going to put it on the shelf for everyone to see and enjoy. One of the first things you notice when pulling up to your friend, relative, or even work acquaintance’s home is their …
Whether you realize it or not, wall color is the first thing you notice when you walk into a room. The color of the walls dictates how the space feels and sets the tone for every other design choice. Without the best interior paint, your colors won’t pop and your sheen won’t shine! When you’re …
Slate blue paint brings a serene vibe to any room, turning it into a peaceful retreat. Its versatility allows for easy pairing with a range of colors, from soft neutrals to warm tones. Whether you’re considering it for your walls, furniture, or exterior, slate blue adds depth and tranquility to your home. To make the …
Let’s face it, your garage and basement floors aren’t the design focus of your home. They tend to be catch-all spaces that don’t get a lot of traffic but rather, piles of junk. A stained, cracked, or neglected concrete floor adds to the disuse of the space. But you can easily change this and create …
Benjamin Moore Advance came onto the market roughly 6 years ago as an answer to the gap between oil and water-based enamels. Since that time Advance has become popular both with painting contractors and homeowners for its unique properties. You can purchase Benjamin Moore Advance Here. But is Benajmin Moore’s Advance what you should be …
Painting over new or repaired drywall is not the same as repainting existing walls. While not complicated, painting new drywall does require extra steps to ensure an even finish, true color and a consistent sheen in your finished paint. This is all achieved by using a drywall primer. In this post, we’re going to share …
Paint roller extension poles are a vital part of any DIYer’s toolbox. They allow you to reach areas otherwise unreachable and reduce the amount of ladder work needed on a job. They also save your body, especially your back, from the harsh work of reaching high and reaching low while painting. A paint roller extension …
It`s time. Time to cover the dull and lifeless neutral paints you bought the house with. It’s time to take each space and add your personality. It’s time to add some color. But, after all the hard work of moving furniture, picking the perfect color, taping the walls and spreading the paint, the new color …
Your deck is the center hub of outdoor summer fun. You grill on the deck, you relax the afternoon away and you enjoy your deck with friends and family. Because it is such a central piece to our backyards, we want our decks to look the best they can and for that look to last …
Porch and floor paints are incredibly durable paints that are resistant to dirt, moisture, and other common issues. Porch and floor paints are able to be applied indoors and outdoors on wood, concrete, and other surfaces. What makes them especially unique versus other paints is that they are specifically designed to be walked on. This …
Painting your ceiling and the paint you use, are oftentimes an afterthought of most homeowners as they are painting their home. They don’t realize that a well painted ceiling will brighten your room, make it feel larger, and improve the look of the paints on your walls. Ceiling paints are extremely important and choosing the …
Over the last 20 years, ladders have gone through some major transformations. After the introduction and success of the Little Giant ladder (which blew up in a 2003 infomercial), companies have tried to produce the next great ladder. Some are incredibly handy while others are not. Thankfully, we’ve tried them all and can help you …
Ask any painter what the secret to a beautiful interior paint job is and you will usually get an answer along the lines of prep work. I typically tell my clients that the keys to a great paint job are prep work and that painting is 80% prep work and 20% painting. This holds true …
Having worked in the painting industry for nearly 20 years, I’ve learned the importance of paint sprayers for achieving top-quality paint jobs quickly. They save time and money while delivering a superior finish not achievable with traditional methods. In this post, I’ll share my favorite paint sprayers for various interior and exterior projects, covering both …
No matter if you live in a new house or an old house, you’re likely going to run into mold issues at one point or another. Mold needs three things in order to grow, organic material, oxygen, and water, three things that are readily available in homes. In this post, we’re going to talk about …
House painting is something that millions of homeowners do every weekend. From interior wall painting, kitchen cabinet painting to painting the exterior of their homes. Sadly though, many people do not understand the potential dangers of paint fumes and particles and therefore do not take the necessary precautions with paint masks and paint respirators. In …