Upgrade or change the look of a a red, tan, blond, gray, or painted brick home exterior with paint. From choosing the right shade for your trim or front door to painting the brick itself, there are a variety of options to complement or modernize a traditional brick exterior, or to refresh a dated brick…
On any given day, Granite State Painters in Greenland is filled with action.The painting company started small when it was founded in 2012 by Matt Johnson.”And so, I decided to start a painting company with my friend thinking we’d paint one house. That turned into us being booked up all summer long,” Johnson said.The bookings…
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you’ve ever painted a room in your house or apartment, you know the pain of storing leftover paint. You pour the excess from the rolling pan into the paint can, you tap the lid back into place with a hammer, and you stick the…
Paint is the cheapest, easiest renovation you can do: it makes everything fresh and new, it covers defects, and it’s something almost anyone can do to a reasonable level of quality. If you just read that last part and started shaking your head because your paint projects always turn out terribly—patchy, or with visible sheen…
Katarzyna Bialasiewicz/Getty Images Making a room look expensive on a budget can be tricky, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether your space is large or small, modern or traditional, a few coats of fresh paint can make a dramatic impact, especially if you’re working with limited funds. It’s truly transformative. “Most people don’t realize…
Moelyn Photos / Getty Images Painting some home exterior features can lead to moisture issues, malfunctions, or bad adhesion. Avoid painting power and gas lines, air conditioners, and TV antennas since it can mess with their operations. Don’t paint surfaces like concrete, stone, or metal since they can trap moisture and cause peeling or structural…
14 Top Office Paint Colors, According to Designers Nick Mele “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links.” Once upon a time, the home office was an optional amenity in most residences. Despite being extremely convenient, the need for a personal office was eclipsed by co-working spaces and…
Limewash paint is exploding in popularity among DIYers these days. “Beyond its functional features, limewash paint provides a timeless aesthetic characterized by a soft, textured finish that enhances any interior space,” says Duncan MacKellar, executive technical and creative director at Armourcoat, an interior brand specializing in sustainable luxury paint finishes. “This unique visual quality adds depth…
