Painting

How can choosing one neutral “base” colour for most rooms give you more freedom with furniture and decor?

Using one main neutral shade across most rooms – maybe varying it slightly in depth – creates a…

Painting

Why should you think about how your wall colour will look next to the neighbour’s exterior if you share a boundary?

If you share a boundary wall with a neighbour, or if your house sits very close to the…

Painting

How can using a softer shade on ceilings make rooms feel less harsh than pure bright white?

Pure, brilliant white on ceilings can sometimes feel a bit clinical, especially with certain lights. It can create…

Painting

Why is it better to test paint on more than one wall instead of only one spot?

Light changes from wall to wall. A colour that looks perfect on the wall opposite the window might…

Painting

How can repainting just old door frames instantly freshen the look of a hallway?

Door frames get knocked by bags, scraped by shoes and touched constantly as people move around. Over time,…