When you start the planning process for painting the exterior or your home you will need to consider your HOAs rules. Most HOAs have CC&Rs which can have rules about paint colors and color schemes. Some HOAs have very little rules about paint and the rules are mostly for general maintenance and keeping a cohesive […]
Read More >>One of the best painting choices you can make is to paint your home before you move in. Painting before you move in saves a lot of headaches. Once all the furniture is in and the space starts to take shape you will likely put off painting. Painting before you move in makes it easier […]
Read More >>If you own a small business in the Boise area you may be considering a DIY painting project to help cut costs but freshen your space. This may seem like a great way to cut costs but you would be amazed how quickly the materials and hours add up. There are a lot of good […]
Read More >>Even if you buy the recommended amount of paint, you might still have some left over. You should have some left over so that you can touch up any damage to the paint. However, if you’re moving or de-cluttering, it’s time to toss out that old paint. So, what can you do with old paint? […]
Read More >>Paint can get expensive, especially if you paint often. That often results in shelves that are loaded with cans of half-used paint in all different colors. You don’t want to throw them away because recycling paint is sometimes a hassle, and you might need the bits of paint again to cover up scratches or stains. […]
Read More >>Exterior home paint is often the victim of a lack of imagination. Homeowners will spend hours and hours designing a color scheme for the interior of the house from the ceiling to the floor. However, they often just pick a bland color for the exterior. That can be easier and even easier to manage but […]
Read More >>There are several different ways to revitalize your home and save money on your heating and cooling expenses. If you’re remodeling the exterior of your house, you might paint the walls and repair the roof. However, there has been a growing trend towards painting your roof. Opinions are very divided about whether or not you […]
Read More >>First and foremost, the best way to make your interior paint cover all surfaces is to buy a sufficient amount of paint. You should buy about 20% more paint than you estimate you will need. That will account for spills, drops, or simple miscalculations. Furthermore, you should buy it all at the same place and […]
Read More >>There are two basic kinds of paint: acrylic and latex. Each one has its uses. There are advantages and disadvantages. Lately, latex paint has been the preferred paint for interior and exterior uses. However, acrylic paint still has its place. So, what’s the basic difference and why would you choose one over the other? The […]
Read More >>In some circles, painting brick can be a controversial move. It’s not always the right move depending on the brick at your building. However, it can yield some great results if you know what you’re doing. You need to make sure your brick is a good candidate for painting, prepare the brick properly, and then […]
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