Many (if not most) exterior painting projects begin with removing existing coats of paints. A process that can be anything from a walk in the park to an all-out nightmare, depending on the materials you’re working with. Painted metal, for example, has the potential to be fairly tricky to strip. It’s a job that can […]
Category: Painting Basics
Is it Necessary to Sand Between Coats of Paint?
All painters – professional or otherwise – have their own preferred approach. But there are nonetheless several standards that form the basis of a quality paint job. The golden rules of effective painting, if you like. One of which is to create a slightly rough surface for the paint to adhere to, usually with fine-grit […]
The Full Lowdown on Primer: Necessary or Not?
Attempting to paint certain surfaces without first applying a coat of primer is a recipe for disaster. Something that applies to exterior and interior painting projects alike, for which primer is almost always essential. Also referred to as primer paint, primer serves a whole bunch of invaluable purposes. Its main job is to ensure optimum […]
High-Value Home Improvements to Consider in 2022
Getting a fresh start in a new home can be an inspiring experience – even if only moving a few miles down the road. With the events of the past two years still ringing in everyone’s ears, millions are setting their sights on relocation in 2022. Consequently, record numbers of homes are expected to be […]
Watching Paint Dry – How to Reduce Curing Times Indoors
There’s a reason ‘watching paint dry’ is often used in reference to something that is quite crushingly boring. As far as the interior painting process goes, it’s just about the dullest part of the entire project. This can be particularly so when waiting for a base layer to dry, prior to which you can’t get […]
Key Factors When Selecting Exterior Paint Colors
It may seem like an eternity away, but we’re already getting excited about the spring. And with good cause, as it’s not exactly been the mildest or most pleasant of winters. With the (eventual) arrival of longer and pleasant days, attention once again turns to exterior home improvements. A prime example of which is exterior […]
How to Choose the Best Paint Color for Trim
If ever there was a contentious issue in home painting circles, it’s which color to use for trim. Some will tell you that painting trim effectively means ensuring it blends in with the rest of your décor. Elsewhere, others argue that your trim simply must stand out as a bold feature in its own right. […]
The Right Way to Use Paint Stripper
Getting rid of old coats of paint without a heat gun is perfectly possible. There’s also no need to sand away the surface in an aggressive and frenzied manner, simply to reveal the natural wood beneath. While both of these approaches can work, they’re not exactly good for the material. Excessive heat can really do […]
How to Create a Color Story From Room to Room
There are few things that can help freshen up a tired interior design more than a fresh coat of paint. Painting your home can breathe new life into the rooms, give you a new palette of colors to work from for accessories and accents, and can help change the way you view and feel about […]
How Paint Color Can Affect Curb Appeal
A brief disclaimer before getting started – beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder. We all have our unique tastes and preferences, reflected in the way we decorate our homes. Hence, there is technically no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way of painting your interiors. Just as long as you are happy with the result, […]
