Adding a new paint color to your walls can have a transformational effect on your space—that is, if it’s done right. However, some aspirational DIY-ers find themselves frustrated when their selected paint color didn’t cover their walls correctly. So before adding another coat of paint and crossing your fingers, you may need to backtrack andRead More
Spotlight on: Megan Wells
We’re always eager to find artists who can translate inspiration into visually captivating works of art. One of those artists is Megan Wells, the creator of the iconic Academy Center of the Arts mural. Megan first worked with clothing and lifestyle brand Anthropologie and then was an art teacher for 6 years before becoming aRead More
Why High Quality Paint is Important
Perhaps you found a color that inspires you. In fact, it inspires you so much that you’re ready to pick up a paintbrush and get to work. But, painting is more than just choosing your dream color, it’s also about making sure you have the best quality paint possible. So before you apply your newRead More
Spotlight On: Tera Janelle Design
In our industry, we get the pleasure and opportunity of working with incredible, talented people. Tera Janelle of Tera Janelle Design is one of them. A native of Wisconsin, Tera grew up around construction and, from a young age, developed a passion for functional, beautiful aesthetics—a passion she’s cultivated and utilized in her interior designRead More
How to find the right type of painter’s tape
While painting is easy if you have the right tools and the right help ahead of time, there are certain mistakes that you could make that could make your job more difficult than it should be or not deliver the best end result. If you don’t properly mask the surfaces that you don’t want painted,Read More
The Types of Paint Sheens and What is Best for Your Home
The best rule of thumb you will ever hear for paint sheen or finishes: The higher the sheen, the more durable your paint will be. Sheen refers to the level of shine. As you’re picking out paint finishes for your home or business, keep this rule of thumb in mind and it will guide youRead More
How to Prepare for Deck Stain and Apply the Stain Correctly
The summer months mean lots of barbecues and time spent outside. What it also means is a lot of wear and tear on your deck. This summer, consider updating the stain on your deck with these tips on how to prepare for deck stain and apply the stain correctly. How to prepare a deck forRead More
A Peek Inside: The Morris Manor
As you drive past fields and endless rows of trees in Gladys, Virginia, you may begin to think you are lost. But one left turn and a short drive down a dead end street, and you will find that you are, in fact, home. Katrina and Scott Morris, owners of The Morris Manor, purchased aRead More
