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
Want to amp up your decor? Make these 5 changes.
Everybody needs an update once in awhile. Just like we rejuvenate our wardrobe throughout the years, our homes need a little TLC from time to time as well. Here are five ways you can spruce up your home. Choose a Color Scheme for Your Living Space Creating a color scheme is more than justRead More
How to Prepare for a Paint or Stain Match
At James T. Davis, we have complete lines of interior and exterior paints, as well as stains, specialty paints and primers. But, did you know that we can also match paint to fit any existing paint or stain surface? Our process for matching paint or stain is simple, but thorough. We run the desired colorRead More
A Peek Inside: Victoria Bartholomew’s Historic Home
If you venture just a few minutes from the beaten path of downtown Lynchburg, you’ll find yourself transported to another world and era entirely. Washington Street is where locals can get a glimpse of what Lynchburg may have looked like in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The street immediately brings to mind Victorian eraRead More
How to Choose The Right Primer
Using primer during a paint project can make or break the quality of the finished product. A primer is an undercoat that acts as a preparatory coating put on materials before painting. The primer makes sure that paint adheres better to the surface, increases durability and provides additional protection for the material being painted. BeforeRead More
A Peek Inside: Daryl and Johanna Calfee’s Renovation
When Daryl and Johanna Calfee found a listing on Craigslist for a 1980s home right off of Timberlake Road in Lynchburg, they knew they were embarking on a different type of renovation journey. The Calfees, who are known in the local community for flipping need-to-be-loved homes in the Lynchburg area, have always leaned more towardRead More
