Your home’s exterior is the first thing people see, and while its main job is to protect what’s inside your home and withstand harsh weather conditions, shouldn’t it also look beautiful? We want you to feel a sense of pride as your approach your home, so if your exterior could use a little touch-up or you’re feeling tired of the current color, it might be time to change it up! A fresh coat of paint is one of the most dramatic ways you can level up your curb appeal. As summer draws to a close, we’re heading into the perfect time of year to tackle an exterior painting project. Early fall is whe ..read more

We’re enjoying sunsets a little earlier in the evening these days in the Chicagoland area, which means that fall is on its way. While we’re not yet ready to say goodbye to summer, we must admit we enjoy the moody, deep plum hues that streak the sky as clouds move across a late summer sunset. Deep, bold colors always characterize the fall season ahead, and when paired with the grounding energy of a summer sunset, we cannot deny that we’re in love with our color of the month selection: Amazon Soil 2115-30. As part of the Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2021 Palette, Amazon Soil 2115-30 tops the cha ..read more

There’s nothing quite like summertime in the Chicagoland area, and there’s no place quite like your deck. From peaceful afternoon lunches to evening family BBQs, it’s a summer sanctuary where you can grill, gather, and enjoy the weather, and it shows. Now that the end of summer is in sight (sad face), it’s the perfect time to refresh your deck with a coat of stain or color. Whether the wood on your deck is starting to chip or fade, or if you just want a whole new look, the end of summer and the beginning of fall offer the most favorable weather conditions for exterior deck staining. Get the m ..read more

As athletes are preparing to compete for the gold at the Summer Olympics later this month, our latest choice for color of the month takes the top spot on the podium when it comes to timeless versatility and warm sophistication. When you see this golden firecracker hue, you’ll instantly know why Chestertown Buff HC-9 is July’s color of the month. This trendy approach to gold will bring the heat to just about any area of your home. While it’s part of the Benjamin Moore Historical Collection, it will bring fresh energy to any home style, ranging from classic historic architecture to modern and c ..read more

Have you been searching for a way to make your brick house stand out in a neighborhood of brick houses? Or maybe your exterior is so faded and worn it’s starting to remind you of some sort of historical society. Then it might be time to call in the reinforcements…a fresh coat of Benjamin Moore paint! Painting brick is a great way to spruce up the exterior brick of your home…and interior brick too. If you have a brick fireplace that just needs some updating or want to add some character to an old brick wall, painting is a new trend that can score major style points while also protecting that w ..read more

As we crank up the summer ballads and don our latest pair of sunglasses, let’s not forget to crank up the volume on the colors inside (and outside) our homes too. A fresh coat of paint can go a long way, and if you’re looking for something as bright and airy as the hot and happy Chicagoland summers, Beacon Hill Damask HC-2 is precisely the shade you need! As part of the Benjamin Moore Historical Collection, Beacon Hill Damask HC-2 is chic, luxurious, contemporary, and traditional, all rolled into one. This stylish yellow pigment is offset by a hint of green with golden highlights, and it’s th ..read more

Elevate your Home’s Curb Appeal with JC Licht’s DIY Front Door Painting Guide How often do you think about your front door? As long as it keeps the frigid cold of the Chicagoland winters out and protects your house from the spring rain, you probably don’t give it much thought. But your front door is so much more than a place where packages pile up; it’s a place where memories are made. Your front door is where you welcome your guests, take your kid’s “first day of school” pictures, and accessorize with seasonal decorations like fresh flowers in the springtime or pumpkins in the fall. If you f ..read more

Get inspired by the Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2021 Palette Spring has arrived! The weather is getting warmer, flowers are in bloom, trees are filling with lush green leaves — color us inspired. Maybe it’s Spring fever or maybe we’re simply tired of looking at the same walls after a year of mostly staying home, but it’s feeling like the perfect time for a home refresh. One of the easiest and most affordable ways to give a room a new look and feel is with a fresh coat of paint. While you might be tempted to replace your well loved couch, tear up the kitchen, or knock down a few walls; don’t u ..read more

Take on your Next DIY Project with Benjamin Moore’s Alternative to Chalk Paint Do you have old furniture lying around that could use a fresh coat of paint? Or maybe you’ve been “dye-ing” to change the hue of your kitchen cabinets? You can elevate, update, and luxury-ify even your most worn-down pieces with the help of Benjamin Moore Advance Waterborne Matte Alkyd Paint. As an alternative to the ever-trendy chalk paint, the alkyd paint gives you that ultra-matte finish that will bring your furniture into the 21st century. Whether this is your first time venturing into DIY territory or you’re a ..read more

With April showers falling outside, it’s time to shower your home with a little love using our Color of the Month selection: Potters Clay 1221. The earthy vibes and dusty red tones of Potters Clay 1221 by Benjamin Moore bring a touch of nature into your home, and there’s no better time to honor the hues of Mother Nature than now as we gear up to celebrate Earth Day. Delight your senses with a sunbaked shade reminiscent of a clay pot you’d find in a garden. Potters Clay 1221 cultivates those feelings of comfort, tranquility, and energy that come with the budding blooms of the spring season. Th ..read more