How Much Paint Do You Need For a Room?
If you’re taking on a DIY painting project, aside from deciding which color to choose, the next most common question is, “how much paint do you need?” Buying too little means another…
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Painting Interior Doors | A DIY Guide for Homeowners
Interior doors are an underrated design feature inside a home. While we may not think of them as an opportunity to add style and personality, they can really add to the aesthetic…
Basement Floor Paint: How to Paint a Basement Floor for a Long-Lasting, Professional Finish
Are you ready to upgrade your concrete basement floors so you can create a space that suits your family? Painting the floor is one of the most impactful ways to refresh your…
How to Paint Shutters Like a Pro: Quick Tips for Raleigh Homeowners
Are your shutters looking a little worn and dated? A fresh coat of paint on your shutters can instantly boost your home’s curb appeal, without the cost of a full exterior paint…
How Long Should I Wait Between Coats of Paint?
If you’ve ever done a DIY home paint project, you’ve probably wondered how long between coats of paint you need to wait? One of the most common mistakes we see DIYers make…
What Kind of Paint to Use in a Garage (And How to Apply It Right to Walls)
Is painting a garage a good idea? While your garage might not be the most glamorous space in your home, with the right paint products, prep, and painting techniques, it can be…
A Step-by-Step Guide to Painting Wood Paneling
Is your home donned with wood paneling on the walls? This type of wall covering can make your space feel dark, dated, and dragged down. While this trend is a thing of…
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…
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…
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…