Caulking is an extremely underrated task. People either don’t know about it, or don’t appreciate the difference maker that it is. I have covered caulking and different types of caulks in this article here, but this time I would like to focus on caulking before painting your trimwork. Painted trimwork is the trim of choice these days because it is cheap, easy to work with, and paints very well. However, the homes and do it yourselfers that I have come across don’t realize the way it is supposed to...

A well-planned paint job can add texture and dimension to your surroundings. Choosing the right color or color story can tie in your existing furnishings, update them and create a real flow in your home. Here’s an overview to give you some basic guidelines to help you get started. Who Will Do the Job? The first step is determining whether you’re going to hire someone or do this yourself. Hiring someone means you have to get a referral from someone you know and trust or you get at least three...

How do you feel about your home and how does your home feel about you? It is a well-known fact that different colors in the home can have an immediate impact on our mood. Changing a color is one of the most exciting and economical ways to transform a space; alternatively, choosing a color can be a very overwhelming experience, since there are as many colors available on the market as there are grains of sands on the beach. Understanding color is vital to creating your perfect space. Choosing a...