Painting walls is a fairly easy way to switch up the look and feel of a home. Some people paint their own walls, while others may hire a professional to get the job done. And some happen to be the professionals who do the painting. Whoever you might be, we have some basic tips for prepping walls before you begin …
New Year, New Home Improvement Projects
Whether you’ve been putting off that honey do list for way too long or you’re a professional in the construction and home improvement field, the beginning of the new year is a great time to start some much needed home improvement projects! Here are our top five new year home improvement projects! Clean and de-clutter. This first one may be …
Accent Walls: Annoying or Amazing?
Accent walls have been a prevalent focal point of home design for the last few years. Some designers adore the idea while others aren’t sold. Where do you stand on this topic? Personally, I’m a fan. Accent walls are great opportunities to add an extra fingerprint of your own sense of style. Could it go too far? Absolutely! However, that’s …
Selecting the Right Subway Tile
Although it isn’t the focal point that granite countertops or stainless steel appliances may be, subway tile placed in the correct manner can upgrade the atmosphere of a room. One thing is for sure though, nothing could have prepared me for how many options there are when selecting how to outfit a backsplash. Color: There are many options when …
Great Ways to Increase your Home’s ROI
It’s safe to say that remodeling parts of a home has been a steady trend in the real estate sector. Since the renaissance of the DIYer, revamping a room and upgrading houses to get more bang for your buck has been a rather large part of the industry. Based off of media opinion, the hot spots for performing these makeovers …
Clearing Up Confusion About Caulk
Caulking is an underappreciated aspect of the home improvement process. Without it you could end up with a drafty home and skyrocketing energy bills, or mold issues because of a leaky seal in the bathroom. Let’s take some time today to talk about caulk and how much of a role it can play in your next DIY project. Caulk is …
The Steelcoat® Spring Cleaning Checklist
Guess what? Winter is finally coming to end. Birds are chirping, lawns are no longer white, and every once in a while we can head into work without a bulky jacket on. With spring comes a new beginning for many, including you! Let’s get to work on a fresh start; we can start with some major decluttering. We get it, …
Steelcoat® High Density Masks, Covers, and Protects
If you’re already a participant in the paint industry, you know how important plastic sheeting can be on a frequent basis. There is an abundance of ways that it can come in handy on the job site but those who aren’t around the paint industry may not have as clear of an understanding as to its benefits. DIYers may not …
Bursting Paint Bubbles: How to eliminate these setbacks once and for all.
Bubbles. Where does your mind go when you think of these shiny spheres of soap? I bet a lot of your memories take you back to being a child, running around the lawn in the summer, and trying to catch them before they touch the ground. Paint bubbles, on the other hand, bring none of those happy thoughts to the …
Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Home Value
Making a jump into the housing marketplace is an important life decision. It doesn’t matter which side of the spectrum you’re on, buying or selling. For today’s purposes, lets stick to what I feel is the more neglected side; very few of the cable network home shows focus on the seller. Most highlight the process of purchasing and renovating the …