tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:09:14 +0000interior painting tipsinterior paintingexterior paintingspray paintinterior painting ideashome improvementpaintacrylic latex painthome improvement projectshome remodelinglead-based paintprimers2011 paint color trendsValspar Paintexterior paintexterior paint jobfaux paintinghome decorhome decoratinghome exteriorshomeownerskitchen cabinetslead paintno-voc paintspaint palettepainter's tapepaintingpainting jobspray paintingRust-Oleum's PainterTremclad spray paintapply primerbackyardsbanish basementbold paintcabinet paintingchoosing colourcolour 2010colour schemecolour trendscolour zoningcozy living roomdeck décordecorating colours 2012decorative painting systemdesign tricksdiy paintingexteriorexterior colorexterior colorsexterior stain colorsexterior stainingexterior wood stainfaux finishgreenhalloween decoratinghome designhome exterior colorshome improvementshome interiorhome paintinghomeownerhot colourshottest coloursinterior designinterior paintinterior painting preparation tipsinterior painting questionsinterior painting trickskids roomkitchen makeoverkitchen remodelkitchen remodelinglatex paintlatex paintinglatex primerlead dustleaky faucetlow-odor paintsmobile applicationmould removaloil based paintingolder windowsoutdoor decorationoutdoor living spaceoutdoor spaceoutsoor oasispaint ideaspaint jobpaint projectspainting ceilingspainting indoorspainting interior wallpainting odorspainting preparationpainting projectspainting toolspainting wallspatio doorspatio décorprimer-sealerredecoratingremodeling tipsremovable wallpaperrenovate homeright paint colorroof repairroomvirtual home remodelervocwall paintingwaterproofing a basementwaterproofing paintwaterproofing paintswaterproofing solutionwhite roomwindow colourwood stainzero-voczero-voc paintLearn about interior and exterior painting ideas such as wall painting techniques, interior house painting tips, etc.http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger109125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-7388131718232295192Sun, 26 Apr 2020 06:47:00 +00002020-04-25T23:47:56.123-07:00cozy living roompainting ceilingswall painting (NC) The living room is a primary gathering spot for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends. Create a contemporary and cozy space for lounging that is chic yet livable. Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert, shares three ways to create the ultimate space. Create rhythm. Living rooms are often open to other areas of the home, which can make it challenging to http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/04/3-ways-to-create-chic-and-cozy-living.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-4465088116895949342Sun, 26 Apr 2020 06:42:00 +00002020-04-25T23:42:55.754-07:00colour schemedesign trickshome design (NC) First impressions are made at the front door, and the entryway gives guests their first glimpse of your interiors. To help you make a strong statement, Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert, shares three tips for creating a memorable entryway that will set the tone for your entire home. A fresh coat of paint. A great starting point for sprucing up this focal point http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/04/3-design-tricks-to-make-your-entryway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-412730551676448882Sun, 26 Apr 2020 06:32:00 +00002020-04-25T23:33:22.414-07:00exterior paintinterior paintValspar PaintWhat can a little paint do for communities? Sometimes a whole lot. As part of "The Can Do Project," for every one-gallon can of Valspar interior and exterior paint that is purchased at Lowe’s from March 25 through April 1, Valspar will donate a gallon to Habitat for Humanity to go toward their commitment of 250,000 gallons. This one-for-one match is only the latest initiative in http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/04/a-little-paint-can-work-wonders-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-1179834453289258374Fri, 10 Apr 2020 09:41:00 +00002020-04-10T02:42:15.975-07:00leaky faucetmould removalpainting projectsroof repair (NC) Winter is a particularly harsh season on our homes. Snow, sleet and repeated freezes and thaws make spring an important time for home improvement projects. Here are some home projects that are worth tackling this season. If you could use some extra help, try enlisting a handyman. Clean out gutters. Over the winter your gutters will have filled with leaves, snow and other debris. Whenhttp://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/04/call-your-handyman-top-projects-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-8412186268372085715Thu, 02 Apr 2020 08:17:00 +00002020-04-02T01:17:27.302-07:00exterior paintingremovable wallpaper (NC) Whether you’re getting ready to sell or just looking to refresh your home, you don’t need a huge budget to give a noticeable boost to how your home looks and feels. With a modest investment, some DIY skills and a little bit of elbow grease, you can tackle these budget-friendly home renovations in as little as one weekend. Repaint the exterior and update the front door.  A http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/04/diy-home-improvements.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-8200380123527856621Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:54:00 +00002020-03-26T06:54:33.423-07:00exterior stain colorsexterior stainingexterior wood stainspray paintspray paintingwood stain If you’ve ever used an exterior stain on an outdoor project, you know it can be messy. Applying wood stain typically requires multiple steps, including rolling or brushing on the stain, wiping it in, cleaning up brushes and storing leftover stain. Then there’s scrubbing the stain off your hands. It’s enough to ruin an otherwise good Saturday. But now exterior wood stain is available in ahttp://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/03/exterior-staining-easy-way.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-8244650495498058109Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:48:00 +00002020-03-26T06:48:56.530-07:00deck décoroutdoor decorationpatio décorspray paintspray painting Chances are, your deck or patio décor includes a variety of surfaces such as wood, wicker, metal and plastic, all of which may become weathered from summer sun and winter storage. Armed with a few cans of spray paint, you can give your backyard oasis a great new look, quickly and affordably. When decorating outdoors: – Use color to unify your space. Selecting a palette of a few colorshttp://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/03/improve-your-outdoor-decor.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-7200507524366836464Thu, 26 Mar 2020 06:12:00 +00002020-03-25T23:12:30.873-07:00home improvementsinterior designinterior painting tipsvirtual home remodeler Want proof of how carefully you need to weigh the alternatives before making upgrades to your home? Look no further than the Florida couple who last year decided to have their house painted to look like artist Vincent Van Gogh’s famous canvas "The Starry Night." It wasn’t just that it was such an odd choice for an exterior that it attracted tourists – sort of the local answer to New York’s http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/03/3-tips-including-virtual-reality-for_25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-2226453610528293071Thu, 26 Mar 2020 05:54:00 +00002020-03-25T22:55:12.765-07:00diy paintinginterior paintingno-voc paints It’s a DIY world. Whether it’s to save a little money or just a desire to personally express one’s own style, more people are doing it themselves. And nowhere is the DIY trend more apparent than in interior painting. Now, thanks to some innovative product breakthroughs, what once was considered a chore is now a whole lot easier and convenient. Goodbye to the Painting Season For a majorityhttp://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2020/03/product-innovations-make-diy-painting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-3436515877130874401Sat, 01 Mar 2014 17:44:00 +00002014-03-01T09:44:59.437-08:00paint paletteValspar PaintAre you courageous when it comes to decorating your home? Many of us would like to be as creative as possible but need guidance to venture out from the neutrals -- and into something more powerfully beautiful. Color is the most important tool in the toolbox, say experts, who often add that one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to infuse the home with http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2014/03/decor-decorating-express-yourself-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-7065945486626291679Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:57:00 +00002014-02-27T00:01:13.706-08:00bold paintinterior painting Paint is one of the least expensive and most versatile means to changing the look of a room. According to the experts from "This Old House," 60 percent of the colors of a home that visitors perceive come from the paint on the walls. Choosing a color scheme can be challenging, which is why so many people stick with neutrals like beige and white. For those who are ready to add a spark of http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2014/02/using-bold-paint-colors.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-1519842338499216271Wed, 26 Feb 2014 05:39:00 +00002014-02-25T21:39:24.636-08:00apply primerhome interiorpainter's tape Painting a home's interior can give it a completely new look and feel. A fresh coat of paint can make a room feel more vibrant and up-to-date, creating a whole new attitude within the room without breaking the bank. Whether creating an accent wall or painting each wall within a room, painting is a relatively easy and inexpensive home improvement project. But that doesn't mean painting does http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2014/02/prep-work-important-before-painting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-1002773479114246499Wed, 26 Feb 2014 05:35:00 +00002014-02-25T21:35:37.298-08:00home improvement projectsinterior paintingpainting indoors Few people might think of potential safety hazards when planning to paint the interiors of their homes. Though every home improvement project can lead to injury if safety measures are not taken seriously, painting is widely considered a project where do-it-yourselfers are at minimal risk of injury. But in addition to the injury risks associated with climbing up and down ladders to paint http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2014/02/caution-necessary-when-painting-indoors.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-8864944255029436672Wed, 26 Feb 2014 05:32:00 +00002014-02-25T21:32:37.754-08:00cabinet paintingkitchen cabinetskitchen remodelprimer-sealer Many homeowners dream of giving their kitchens a full-scale remodel. Though such a project can give a kitchen an entirely new look, that look does not come cheap. According to Remodeling magazine's 2013 "Cost vs. Value Report," homeowners can expect to spend more than $53,000 on a major kitchen remodel and recoup just below 70 percent of that cost at resale. So while the idea of a http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2014/02/add-some-fresh-color-to-kitchen-cabinets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-8486884534054697734Thu, 24 May 2012 10:33:00 +00002012-05-24T03:33:44.110-07:00window colour (NC)—White is the most common choice for window trim, but nine times out of 10, the wrong one. While it is right for white or light-coloured houses with a cottage-y feel, or for the look of a seaside home, it is not right at all for houses built of natural materials or with colourful siding or stucco, say the experts. Bright white is too bold, the contrast too great—and the result is a http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2012/05/give-your-windows-more-character-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-4647096291193983686Thu, 10 May 2012 02:00:00 +00002012-05-09T19:00:42.220-07:00exterior paint (NC)—It is hard to let loose and have fun with colour on the front of our homes. We usually feel the need to restrict our whims to the front door—and what goes into the planters. But according to colour and design experts, there are a few more places for colour fun that won't upset the neighbours. Consider these ideas: Step Risers. If you are using more than one colour on your http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2012/05/have-more-colour-fun-on-front-of-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-1900866141550851134Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:30:00 +00002012-02-23T05:30:36.855-08:00exterior paint jobhome exteriorshot colours (NC)—With the warmth of spring comes a blast of much needed colour as plants and people come back to life after a long winter. Winter can be harsh, not just on us but on our houses. Now is the time to give your house a little TLC and take years off the face of your home. Every season has a fresh new palette of hot colours. The same is true for home exteriors. “Rich grays, fresh blues http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2012/02/hot-new-colours-for-home-exteriors.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-6074900801449229285Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:55:00 +00002012-01-13T04:55:49.545-08:00lead dustlead paintlead-based paintolder windows  If your home was built before 1978 and you still have the original windows, it's time to seriously consider replacing your windows -- especially if you have young children or a pregnant person living at home. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the routine opening and closing of windows in homes built prior to 1978 can disturb lead-based paint around the http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2012/01/lead-paint-hazards-and-older-windows.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-4934464394424484832Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:31:00 +00002012-01-11T00:31:50.177-08:00exterior colorshome exterior colorshomeowners The new 30-page FRESH Home Exterior Colors guide is now available free online to help homeowners select the perfect colors for the exterior of the home. Written by national color expert Kate Smith of Sensational Color, the free downloadable tool is designed to make it easy for people to choose color palates that complement the exterior of the home. "Enhancing homes with exterior http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2012/01/fresh-home-exterior-colors-guide-now.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-4696198822973315420Wed, 28 Dec 2011 02:38:00 +00002011-12-27T18:38:56.582-08:00decorating colours 2012paint palette (NC)—Take a sneak-peek here at the trendiest decorating colours for 2012. If you have it in mind to refresh any of your rooms sometime soon, it's worth envisioning something that is totally new and totally hot. Use these trends from the colour experts at Behr Paints to give your home the most memorable—and the most enviable—rooms in town: Santa Fe Today: Living Room, Family Room http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2011/12/paint-your-world-ahead-of-curve.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-3436945409502081085Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:30:00 +00002011-12-19T06:30:55.711-08:00home decoratingmobile application (NC)—Now when decorating, you can act upon whatever inspires you in the moment. A major paint company is giving us an easy-to-use, digital application to record, identify, and match any favourite color, on the go. It might be the blue sky in a park, a vivid red sweater, or an amazing shade of lavender fabric in a flowing curtain. If you want that color exactly, it can be yours. This http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2011/12/newest-mobile-app-matches-paint-color.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-3759853123953934644Thu, 08 Dec 2011 02:47:00 +00002011-12-07T18:51:31.369-08:00acrylic latex painthome paintingkitchen cabinetskitchen remodelinglatex primer A remodeled kitchen is the fondest dream of many homeowners. But at an average cost of $56,000 for a "mid-range" upgrade according to Remodeling magazine, the price is simply too steep for most. That said, if you're on a budget, there's a great alternative: spending $100 or so to give your kitchen a whole new look with paint. "Many people underestimate the dramatic change you can make in http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2011/12/fresh-paint-great-recipe-for-affordable.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-6373797566166082219Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:12:00 +00002011-12-01T07:15:53.139-08:00banish basementwaterproofing paint Water entering a home's basement is very unpredictable. One minute the basement could be dry and the next there could be a river running through it. For homeowners, ignoring a water problem could prove costly and rob its residents of an otherwise enjoyable place to spend their time. For concerned homeowners, protecting the basement from potential water damage is easier than you might http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2011/12/banish-basement-dampness-in-single.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-6542928387403788148Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:51:00 +00002011-10-21T05:51:14.741-07:00exterior paint jobexterior paintinghomeownerslatex paint Now that Labor Day has come and gone, most of the country is entering the stretch run of the exterior painting season. If your house is in need of a new paint job, there's little time to waste: "Paint-friendly" weather is fast disappearing. "Doing exterior painting in the right weather conditions is extremely important," says Debbie Zimmer, of the Paint Quality Institute. "Fresh paint http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2011/10/do-or-die-season-for-exterior-painting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32636969.post-8763663705378893904Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:33:00 +00002011-10-04T19:33:52.749-07:00exterior colorexterior paintinghome exteriors  The growing trend of homeowners staying in their existing houses longer due to economic challenges has had a colorful effect on homes. People are taking the opportunity to personalize their homes more with colorful exterior accents and they're not stopping with just a splash of paint. According to national color expert Kate Smith, homeowners are taking steps to express their http://interiorpaintingideas.blogspot.com/2011/10/embracing-color-on-your-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0