Can You Paint Over Wallpaper or Should You Remove It?
Let’s talk about wallpaper. It’s a great way to add your unique style and personality to a space, choosing from fun colors, textures, and patterns. But like most things – wallpaper doesn’t…
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Best Porch Ceiling Paint Colors | Haint Blue Porch Ceiling Colors
A freshly painted porch ceiling can instantly elevate your home’s curb appeal and welcoming vibe – but it’s not just about picking any old color. Many traditional southern homes lean towards porch…
Painting Hardie Board Siding | Best Paint for Hardie Siding
If you’re looking for a durable, long-lasting siding solution for your home, you may have landed on Hardie board siding. This fiber cement siding is tougher than traditional vinyl or stucco and…
HOA Painting Guidelines | Painting In A HOA Neighborhood
Living in a neighborhood with a homeowners association (HOA) has its perks (think… well-kept lawns, beautiful landscaping, parks, community pools, and enhanced property value). However, with those perks also come some rules…
Power Washing Vs. Painting | Tips to Extend Exterior House Paint
Are you looking for ways to keep your home’s exterior looking fresh, but aren’t sure if it needs power washing vs painting? For many homeowners, this is a question that often arises.…
Can You Paint Stone? | How To Update a Sealed Stone Surface
If you have a stone exterior house or fireplace, you may be wondering, can you paint stone? This is a common question from homeowners! Painting stone can really update the look and…
Can You Limewash Stone? | How To Test If You Can Limewash Stone Exterior
Is your stone looking a bit outdated, either on the exterior of your home or a smaller surface, such as a fireplace? Limewashing stone is an excellent way to update the look…
Can You Paint During Pollen Season? | Exterior Painting During Pollen Season
As the weather warms up in the spring months, many homeowners are eager to refresh their home’s exterior with a fresh coat of paint. However, spring also marks the arrival of pollen…
Can You Paint Grout Lines? | Paint for Grouting Tiles
Has your grout seen better days between all the dirt, grime, water splashes, fading, and spills? Worn, dingy grout lines between your tiles can really put a damper on the aesthetic of…
How Many Coats of Primer Do You Need?
When tackling a DIY paint project, priming may feel like a time-consuming extra step, but trust us, it’s so important for achieving a professional, long-lasting finish. We wrote an entire blog post…