Congratulations! You’re now a homeowner! May 1 is actually a holiday just for you – it’s “New Homeowner Day.” Being a homeowner can be overwhelming and the list of projects can seem endless. But think of the possibilities that are ahead of you. What colors will you choose to inspire you? Paint or wallpaper? What...Read More

Bob from 3M is here to offer some tips on how to tape around windows before painting. Using Scotch Blue Painter’s Tape, you can easily tape around the edges of a windowpane to give you a perfectly polished look once the painting is complete! The tape can also be used to cover hinger covers when...Read More

When painting a room in your home, don’t forget about the 5th wall – the ceiling! Whether you want to go bold with a bright, vibrant color or stick to the classic white or beige, a fresh coat of paint can really change the look and feel of a room. To make sure the painting...Read More

What’s the easiest way to tackle that laundry list of home improvement projects you have posted on your refrigerator?  One at a time! March 14 is International Ask a Question Day, so we decided to ask the experts at Hirshfield’s to give us their pick for the one project they would tackle first in their...Read More

The new paint color you’ve chosen for your room has dried and looks great on your walls. Job well done! Now it’s time to remove the tape protecting your woodwork and floorboards. This may sound simple – but there really is a “right” way to take off painters’ tape. Bob from 3M shows us just...Read More

The new paint color you’ve chosen for your room has dried and looks great on your walls. Job well done! Now it’s time to remove the tape protecting your woodwork and floorboards. This may sound simple – but there really is a “right” way to take off painters’ tape. Bob from 3M shows us just...Read More

The new movie “Tangled: the Story of Rapunzel” could have your little girl begging for a fairy tale room to call her own. This princess bed is pretty stunning. But the room’s green walls and window treatments can still transition to another style as the little girl grows up. This room combines traditional pink with...Read More

We all have a favorite color, that shade of green or blue or purple that just makes us feel good. But if you’re looking for Tiffany blue or Coca-Cola red for your next project, sometimes there just isn’t that perfect match in the countless options of paint chips available at the paint store. That’s where...Read More

Finding that perfect color of paint for your next project doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Think of the possibilities! Shades of red can have a hint of orange to deep cranberry.  Blues can be anything from a cool turquoise to a deep navy.  There are even countless shades of white and cream! Hirshfield’s uses four...Read More