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…
How Humidity Impacts Interior Painting in Raleigh, NC
Have you ever finished an interior paint project only to be left with streaks, tacky walls, or an uneven finish? It probably wasn’t your paint skills. High moisture levels were likely the…
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…
Color Trends for 2026: What’s Hot in Home Exteriors and Interiors in the Raleigh Area
If you live in the Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, or Chapel Hill), and are thinking about freshening up your home’s exterior or interior, 2026 is shaping up to be a subtle, but strong…
Winter Painting in the Triangle NC: What You Need to Know & How to Plan
When winter hits the Triangle in North Carolina, most homeowners assume their painting projects will have to wait until spring. It might come as a pleasant surprise to learn that winter painting…
The Best Paint Sheen for Your Home Office
Working from home, either in a full-time or hybrid role, has become the new normal for many, and your home office plays a big role in how focused and productive you feel.…
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…
Choosing the Best Paint Sheen for Dining Rooms: A Complete Guide
A fresh coat of paint can completely transform your dining room, but it’s more than just finding the perfect color. Choosing the best paint sheen for dining rooms is just as important,…
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…