If you’ve been thinking about painting your home but have been putting it off because you aren’t sure about the total cost of painting a house or if you can afford it, it’s time to sit down and do a little research on the subject. While each house painting project achieves the end result of...
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Whether you plan to tackle your own painting project or you want to hire the pros to do it for you, you may have lots of questions about painting. There are tips here from the pros about house painting, wall painting, decorative painting, painting furniture, types of paint, paint prep and much more. And if you’re in the market for a contractor, our advice will help ensure you get the right person for the job.
Did you know that unlike organic paints, the traditional paints, stains and other finishes that we use in and around our home are one of the leading sources of harmful emissions, second only to the emissions given off by vehicles? Volatile organic compounds or VOCs for short are the gases given off by some solids...
Painting the interior of your home is a great way to give your rooms a face lift. It’s probable also the most inexpensive thing you can do to create a visual impact. This doesn’t mean you aren’t going to want to save money on painting your spaces. The more money you can save on painting,...
Small living spaces come with many challenges including the need to simply make rooms appear more spacious than they actually are. Just as with any magic trick it’s all about illusion and there’s a lot you can do with a simple coat of paint to magically push back those walls. Go bold! If asked what...
For homeowners who want to add a whole new sense of depth and dimension to their homes without the dramatic effect of painting their walls, ceiling painting is an ideal solution. However, when it comes to painting ceilings, homeowners often envision countless hours of labor in a difficult-to-reach area as well as the potential for...
Overspray can easily happen when you don’t properly cover your surfaces. Paint overspray removal is all about finding the right product with the least amount of irritation to the painter and the original surface. From chemical strippers to power tools, there are several options. Chemical Removers There is a wide variety of chemical removers out...
According to the EPA, one of the top five leading health risks in the United States is indoor air. And some of the leading contaminants of the air inside your house are paints, varnishes, and solvents containing VOCs, or volatile organic compounds. Short-term exposure to VOCs can trigger asthma attacks, respiratory problems, eye irritation, nausea,...
Gloss painting involves the use of a type of paint, called gloss, that has a shiny, lacquer-like finish when it dries. Gloss paint wears better and is more stain-resistant than other types of paint. Its smooth surface makes it easier to clean, which is why it’s ideal for high-traffic areas of your home like the...
Paint color has a major impact on décor in interior spaces, essentially setting the mood for the entire room. When selecting paint colors, you first need to determine what you want the room to feel like when you spend time in it. While it’s good to have a degree of continuity throughout the entire house,...
If you are considering having the interior of your home repainted, there’s no need to stick the same-old traditional colors and patterns. These days, professional painters have a wide range of painting tools and innovative design schemes at their disposal. In the interior design world, paint is trending toward the dramatic, where colors, finishes, and...