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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets
On the surface, painting kitchen cabinets comes across as a relatively easy job. So why is it that the vast majority of DIY-types never seem to be able to replicate the results of the experts? Well, the simple answer is that it all comes down …
How to Choose a Paint Finish
While the sheer volume of paint types available can make selecting the right one seem like a minefield, it really doesn’t have to be a daunting job. When painting an interior living space, the paint finish you choose will have a direct impact on both …
Hömm CPS Celebrates 10 Years in Business with Extended Warranties on All Paint Jobs
The Region’s Number-One in Superior Home Painting Services Continues to Demonstrate Unrivaled Customer Commitment Alexandria, VA: Wednesday, June 8, 2016 – Having recently celebrated 10 successful years in business, Hömm Certified Painting Systems has made the decision to upgrade warranties on all paint jobs. For both interior and …
Painting North-Facing Rooms
A space can be perfectly decorated and beautifully painted but if the chosen wall colors do not complement the natural light, based on the exposure of the room, the entire atmosphere might feel off a bit.
Natural light affects the way paint colors appear based not only on the location of the room but also on the season.
So what are the things to consider when choosing the best paint color? As professional painters we always take the time to consult and explore these choices with our clients.
Project of the Month – textured ceiling removal
Description: In January we updated the ceiling surfaces in a home in Alexandria, VA. Textured ceilings are outdated and the customer had requested an updated look. The process involved thorough preparation, removal and painting of 1,500 sq ft of ceiling surfaces. The end result are …
2016 Benjamin Moore Paint Colors of the Year – Part II Pastels and Neutrals
In part II of this series we present Benjamin Moore 2016 color in neutral and pastel tones. These shades are frequently selected because of their ability to pair with interior items in a variety of colors. The paint colors below are soft, neutral and safe …
2016 Benjamin Moore Paint Colors of the Year – Part I Dark Tones
Benjamin Moore is a trusted paint brand that we consistently use for our professional painting projects and we are excited to present a series of colors that will be trending this year. In our first set of featured paint tones, we are revealing several of …
Wall paper removal and interior painting in Potomac, MD
Our new featured project in Potomac, MD demonstrates an interior home improvement of wall paper removal and replacement with high-quality interior paint. Phase I of the project consisted of taking down the wallpaper which was 37 years old. Even though this process can be tricky, …
Client Review from Reston, VA
Customer: John S. Location: Reston, VA Date completed: Oct, 2015. “Entire exterior of house (cedar siding) and three decks (cedar and pressure treated wood) were stripped to bare wood with an approved chemical stripper, then all surfaces treated with an approved brightener, and finally all …
Project of the Month – October
Our October’s project of the month is an exterior re- staining of cedar siding in Reston, VA. When cedar siding is professionally stained and treated, it continues to appear fresh and it remains appealing for long periods of time. For our project the task was …