New Jersey homeowners have many questions about exterior house painting. Some of them have complicated answers, but some are quite simple. In the case of using a brush versus a roller for exterior painting, it is utterly simple to answer: both! It is a bit like asking if you need a frying pan or a spatula
The more we learn about chemicals and the ways in which they impact us, the more we want to keep them out of our bodies. Along with the desire for cleaner water and more natural foods, we want to fill our lungs with fresh air. That has driven the movement towards low-VOC and zero-VOC paints,
For some of us, choosing exterior house paint colors is an enjoyable process, but for others, it comes with a sense of intimidation or stress. There are so many paint colors to choose from! How do you even begin? One great way to organize and select your exterior house paint colors is with themes. Some
In the early days of summer, we all tend to heave a sigh of contentment and look forward to the pleasant weather that stretches out for months before us. We get the feeling there will be lots of time for all the things we want to fit in, from outdoor activities to exterior house maintenance,
Beauty is found in proportion, in the artistic composition of color and contrast. One of the ways this is achieved is with accents. If everything is similar, nothing stands out, and there is nothing for the eye to rest upon. An accent, however, draws the eye to itself, and it provides contrast so that the
Some people never seem to hesitate when it comes to a decision. Others of us, however, can suffer from “paralysis by analysis,” the tendency to overthink and reconsider every option! If you are the latter type, choosing house paint colors can be intimidating — what if you don’t like it?! That’s why we are offering
When the temperatures warm, the trees regain their leaves, and the birds are all back from their vacations in the south, everyone seems to heave a sigh of relief! Suddenly our attention turns to the outdoors, with so many possibilities before us. One thing that might catch our eye, however, is the condition of the
If there is one thing our culture is obsessed with, it is choices! Whether you are buying shampoo or coffee or orange juice, it seems like the options are limitless, and how do you even begin to choose?! That same feeling can be a problem when you walk into a paint store. With so many
When certain parts of our exterior paint begin to look worn, we know we will need to do something about it. However, many of us wonder whether it works to do some exterior touch-up painting, or if we need to paint the whole home exterior. Which is best? How should we decide?
One of the most visited rooms in any house is the kitchen, and one of the most visible aspects of the kitchen is the cabinets. When the cabinets are outdated or shabby, it creates the wrong impression for guests, and it is a less inspiring place to spend time and prepare food. That is why
