It’s out with the old, and in with the new! Now that we’re almost in 2023, you may be looking for an effective way to transform your home and breathe new life into it. With the pandemic being another year behind us, many are starting to get back to living a life free of mandates and restrictions. Color experts are beginning to see how this collective wave to move forward with life is impacting design choices for 2023. Read on to find out which shades you’ll see in several homes next year!
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5 Ways to Upgrade Your Home Office
November 18, 2022
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, more employees than ever before have started working remotely. Does that sound like your lifestyle? Now that you’re spending lots of time in your home office, you’re probably looking for ways to upgrade it. Fortunately, there are many ways you can turn your workspace into you’ll want to burn the midnight oil in! In this blog post, we’ll share a few tips for designing a great home office.
(more…)Painting Your Walls Black? Check Out These Tips!
October 6, 2022
Black paint has become incredibly popular in recent years. It can easily make your home look sleek, modern, and stylish. This hot interior design trend is a quick way to transform your interior and create an elegant aesthetic. Although black is a bold color, it’s also considered timeless. Many homeowners are adding black paint to their homes because it complements several types of furniture and décor. Of course, it can also swallow a room if used incorrectly. Before picking up a paintbrush, here are some tips to keep in mind.
(more…)Interior Trim Color Ideas That Aren’t White
September 15, 2022
Not the cookie-cutter type of person? If that’s the case, you may be looking to do something original with your interior painting. Fortunately, you don’t have to repaint your white walls to give your home some pizzazz. One trick you may not have thought about is painting the trim a color other than white! Since they’re small accents in a room, the trim provides the perfect opportunity to introduce some contrast into a room without making an overwhelming statement. Read on to learn which non-white colors you should consider for your interior trim.
(more…)Cleaning the Walls? Keep These 5 Tips in Mind
August 22, 2022
You wouldn’t necessarily call yourself a clean freak, but you like when your home is spotless. While vacuuming, mopping, and taking care of other surfaces in your home are important, one area often gets forgotten—the walls! Here are some useful tips for cleaning the walls correctly.
(more…)Top Interior Design Trends for 2022
July 21, 2022
Tired of looking at the same old walls in your home? You may be looking for ways to transform your space. Just like clothing and hair, there are many interior design trends that have come and gone over the years. By taking the time to learn what’s hot in 2022, you can easily turn your home into a beautiful, stylish, and functional space. Read on as we share the top interior design trends of the year.
(more…)5 Signs It’s Time for a New Paint Job
June 15, 2022
A quality paint job can last for years. However, it’ll eventually start to wear out even with proper maintenance. When that happens, it can drastically change the appearance of your home, making it look less-than-stellar. If you want your home to stay in tip-top shape, you should consider repainting your walls from time to time. But when is the right time? Read on to learn which five signs indicate it’s time for a new paint job.
(more…)5 Ways a Color Consultant Can Transform Your Home
May 11, 2022
Choosing paint colors for your home is more difficult than it sounds. For some people, it can be the hardest part of decorating! Even if you have the perfect idea in mind, selecting the right colors can stop you from transforming your personal space. Well, if that sounds like you, a color consultation may be exactly what you need! Read on to learn how a color consultant can greatly benefit you in the home design process.
(more…)Essential Dos and Don’ts for Accent Walls
April 11, 2022
As you stare at your room, you know it needs something to take it to the next level. You know you don’t want the whole room to be a crazy color, but you’ve got one in mind. The solution? You could accent one of the walls! An accent wall is the perfect opportunity to add some flair to a room. It can work in rooms of all kinds and sizes, but there are rules for how to make sure it’s a successful style feature. Keep reading to learn what these dos and don’ts are.
(more…)Painting Cabinets: Classic Colors for the Kitchen
March 8, 2022
Every day, perhaps multiple times a day, you go into your kitchen to find something to eat. You open and close various cabinets and drawers searching for the right food and dishes to eat it with. You prepare meals, make lunches for the kids, and bake yummy treats. The kitchen is one of the main hubs of your home!
With all the time you spend in the kitchen, you should love being there. Drab cabinets can date the room and make it feel dingy or just plain old. Keep reading to learn why you should seriously consider painting your kitchen cabinets and which colors to choose from.
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