Spring may feel incredibly far away with winter’s hold still on us, but in reality, it is mere weeks away! Spring to us in the painting industry means preparing for exterior painting and taking care of all those interior spaces that need a refresh. It’s our favorite time of year! If you are thinking about taking on a painting project in the weeks ahead or as spring emerges in New England, let us remind you why hiring a professional may be in your best interest.  #1 – Time Savings  Most of us live busy lives that include activities and family obligations on the weekends, not to menti ..read more

The kitchen is the central hub of a house. Some say it is the heart of the home. It’s where meals happen, snacks are shared, and socialization is loud and often accompanied by food. The kitchen is not just the main hub of the home, it is also one of the rooms that sees the most traffic from morning meals to midnight snacks.  With all that food prep, traffic and use, kitchens often need a facelift far before the other rooms of a house. Home Depot reports that a complete remodel of a kitchen can range anywhere from $24,000 for a minor remodel to $136,000 for an upscale major remodel. Sadly ..read more

Dynamic, playful, and energetic are just a few ways designers and Color Personality professionals describe our color spotlight this month – the always-optimistic orange!  The orange color family can be found in both the natural environment and the man-made world. We see this energetic and positive color in nature during autumn on festive pumpkins, glowing trees, and in the sparkle of a fire pit. We can also find the hue in foods such as carrots, clementines, and marmalade. Most notably, orange is the shade of a golden sunset or breathtaking sunrise.  This color’s energy and eye-catch ..read more

Many homeowners love the idea of making a change in color in their homes, but they don’t always have the time or money to invest in a comprehensive paint project. One of our favorite and most popular paint projects for homeowners is the repainting of the front door. Painting a front door, or even all of your entryways, is easy to start and complete in a day. The surface can often be cleaned rather quickly and the drying time will be fairly doable due to the small size.  Let’s take a closer look at potential color schemes for your next entryway or front door paint project.  Classic C ..read more

We all love a fresh paint project in how it can transform a space, but most people are not crazy about what a chore painting is. The prep work, the clearing of the room, the waiting for paint to dry between coats and the overall cleanup can be a royal pain to most homeowners.  It is human nature to want to get a job done as quickly as possible. However, in the world of interior and exterior painting, this rushing mentality could make for a less-than-pleasing final product and outcome. Unfortunately, the goal of “getting the project done” often leads many homeowners to rush the project. Th ..read more

So you’ve decided to tackle that paint project you’ve been putting off. You’ve picked your color scheme, bought the necessary tools and supplies and now you want to get started. But how many coats of paint should you be putting on your surfaces in terms of primer and final color? We’ve got some answers for you!  Buying The Right Amount of Paint  To apply the right amount of paint to your home’s surfaces, it is important to buy the right amount at the store. To do this, measure the room including the height, width and depth of the space. This will help you determine the square footage ..read more

When we think about safety for infants and toddlers, we often think about car seats, strollers, and choking hazards. For years, regulators and researchers have gone above and beyond to take a look at the environmental factors that could be harming our children. In our industry of painting, we saw mandatory bans on lead paint in the late 1970s.  But does that mean that all paints have been harmless since that time? Let’s take a closer look at how you can make your paint project safer in terms of the physical space being painted and any chemicals that may be in the paint products.  Th ..read more

Planning to paint a space in your home and want it to look balanced and cohesive? You may want to try the designing rule 60/30/10 which will help your colors feel balanced and bring together a unified look for your space.  If you are not from the interior designing world or the painting industry, you may be wondering what this 60/30/10 Rule is and how it could possibly help your interior spaces come to life and create a well-thought-out space to enjoy.  What Is The 60/30/10 Rule?  This decorating concept suggests using three colors when painting and decorating a space. The main ..read more

What surfaces take up the most space in your home or business? The walls and floors of course! These surfaces are the building blocks on which to base your room designs and color palettes. Since hardwood floors of every style and color are currently extremely popular, let’s focus on what homeowners should consider when trying to create an eye-pleasing color combo.  Let’s explore questions to consider when choosing among the myriad of color combinations that work well together on your floors and walls. Hardwood Flooring Colors  While it may be hard to believe, hardwood floors can com ..read more

It’s that time of year when Benjamin Moore announces the Color of the Year and the Color Trends for the upcoming year – 2024. It’s an exciting time for designers and homeowners alike, especially those who are considering painting the interior spaces of their homes this winter or planning an exterior painting project this coming spring.  Let’s take a look at the Benjamin Moore Trending Colors 2024 and the Color of the Year to see if they might be just what your spaces need for a transformation.  The 2024 Color of the Year  If you love blue and violet, you are going to love Benja ..read more