The Home Painting Blog for Denver
Where we delve into the best home painting techniques and design tips to keep your space fresh and homey!
How Different Flooring has an Impact on Deciding Interior Wall Colors
The flooring’s color in a room can contribute to the vibe of the space. The hues that you choose for the interior walls will either balance or magnify the floor’s effect. Flooring can come in a wide variety of materials and colors that range from reddish-brown to beige. If the room’s floor has more than […]
Impress Your Holiday Guests with a New Interior Paint Job
‘Tis the season to be jolly and time to pull out Christmas lights, ornaments, garland, mistletoe, and your inflatable yard Santa. Since the arrival of the holidays, many people are searching for interior decorating ideas that will bring cheer to their home. There are several holiday decorating suggestions available but why not celebrate this season […]
Safety Steps for Stripping Wall Paint
Stripping wall paint is not as simple as it looks. Due to the fact that most kinds of paint contain a significant amount of lead, it’s important that you take some safety measures before you start removing the paint. First of all, let’s look at the harmful effects of lead. Lead poisoning is a serious […]
How Long Can You Store Paint?
If you’ve finished repainting a few of your home’s rooms, you may find that you have some leftover paint. This is expected since it’s very difficult to determine exactly how much paint you’ll need for your room or for whatever painting project you’re working on. What do you do with this paint? Some people throw […]
Top 5 Ways to Avoid Fouling Up a Wood Finishing Project
Here’s a famous line often heard on the site of a wood refinishing or cabinetry project: “Hey, what could go wrong?” Short answer: lots, long answer: more than you can imagine! We’ve been refinishing wood and cabinetry for 20 years, and in that time, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve said to myself, […]
How to Paint a Garage Door
The first question to be answered when planning to paint your garage door is this: wood or metal? This is crucial information, as it will guide the process from preparation through painting to the final clean-up. To get started, you will need a few items. They will be similar to either type of door, though […]
Paint Interior Walls to Match Your Personality
They say that the color of your interior walls can say a lot about your personality. The cool or warm tones and hues of a color on your walls can give your visitors a glimpse of your character and you can even portray your sense of style through the choice of your wall color. The […]
Should I Buy The Paint Myself Before Hiring A Painting Contractor?
When it comes to painting a home, the best option is to hire a professional, even if you have prior experience in house painting. Professionals have the experience, expertise, and equipment to complete the job quickly and without compromising on quality or creating a mess. If you want a smooth, consistent finish throughout your home, […]
A Guide to Selecting the Best Painting Contractor
In the fast-paced world we live in today, it can become extremely hard for people to find spare time to indulge in DIY activities. In such a situation, it can be difficult to handle important jobs like painting your home. In fact, such an activity may seem unthinkable or perhaps too far-fetched. This is why […]
Choosing A Type Of Paint Finish For Your Space
A space’s paint finish has to do with how much sheen the paint on your wall has when it dries. The types of paint finishes range from being flat or matte to high-gloss. In between we have eggshell, satin and semi-gloss. These options can get a little overwhelming, so here are some things to consider […]
Doug’s Top 10 DIY painting “Do’s & Don’ts”
1. Not Allowing Enough Time – don’t do this. This is #1 for a very good reason: WE ALL DO THIS! (including budding professionals). Also # 1 because it causes other mistakes, in fact it is the #1 cause for other mistakes! Not allowing enough time will directly result in any or all of items […]
Why Should You Choose A Glossy Paint Finish?
After you have chosen the interior color of your choice, it is important for you to choose the type of paint finish. While choosing a paint finish you can pick from a matte, satin or glossy finish. Although each type of finish has its own set of pros and cons, a glossy paint finish gives […]