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05
Nov

Red: Hot or Haute?

Red: Hot or Haute? When thinking of colors in terms of their color temperature, red is at the top of the scale for being a really warm hue. It is commonly referred to as the color of fire and flame and it sizzles in terms of sensuality. Red is a romantic valentine or a sweet...
Wooster Brushes
27
Oct

A Good Paintbrush Can Save a Project – and Your Sanity

Why do some home decorating projects conjure up such dread? Maybe it’s because we approach these projects incorrectly. We spend all this time choosing the right hue of paint, wondering if it will change once it’s on the wall. When we finally settle on the desired color, we grab a paint brush and some tape...
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09
Oct

Simply Stated Accent Walls Can Make a Room

I’ve painted my share of homes, primarily interiors. I’ve painted living rooms and re-painted them within a 36-hour period. I’ve painted oak trim, bedrooms, bathrooms, basements, living rooms, you name it — if it’s a room in a house, I’ve done it. That said, I get a little particular when it comes to color and...
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25
Sep

There is More Than Bland Behind Beige

Beige is a best selling color, and to stretch its reach even farther you can include off white as a pale version of beige. Not only is it a best seller in interior colors but also in exterior colors. Its scope extends from the rich tones of tan to the grayed nuances of taupe. Beige...
22
Sep

Loft Living Tips

Decorating your loft or condo can be very different than decorating a larger house — you have to be sure to make the most out of the space you have.  Here are some of my top tips for styling your loft or condo: Make the most of your focal points: Highlight unique spots in your...
Painting an exterior in the summer
18
Sep

How Much Scraping and Sanding is Really Necessary?

As a morning runner I spend a lot of time looking at houses and exterior paint and there is a home on my route that has had ladders outside for the last year. The owner is an acquaintance whom I know through my kids’ sports. When he began the project a year ago he had...
Can of Natura Paint
13
Aug

Eco-Friendly Living – Plenty of Options

You carry your reusable tote bag with you everywhere, you recycle at every opportunity, and you try to bike when taking small trips – but it just doesn’t seem like enough.  If this sounds like you, then you’re probably searching for other ways to help the environment in your daily life – but you might...
exterior painting hirshfield's
20
Jul

Exterior Painting Expertise

Now that summer is in full swing in the Midwest, it’s time to start tackling your home maintenance projects. After a harsh winter, like the one this past year, your home’s exterior may be in rough shape — and even if it’s not, it might be time for a change of color. Painting is the...
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