Decorating with paint

Below are some great tips on how to use paint in your home décor. If you are looking for a quick and cost effective way to change the look and feel of your home, try one of these!

Sources: styleathome.com, elledecor.com

  • Choose a colour that reflects your individual style and personality. Creative, social types are drawn to dusky blues, spicy reds, and lime greens, designed to captivate your attention. Traditionalists looking to create a contemporary space may go for earthy greens and taupes. And if you are an introvert who wants to make their first foray into accent colors, you can’t go wrong with pale pastels, such as light pinks, blues, and yellows that make the smallest of spaces pop.
  • Make sure you have the right finishes. Flat or matte paints don’t reflect light, so they hide imperfect walls better than higher-sheen paints (such as eggshell, semigloss, or high-gloss). However, the smoother the finish, the easier it is to wipe dirt and grit out of cracks and crevices. Flat paints allow moisture to penetrate the walls, and that can result in a mold or mildew problem, so it’s best to use them in low-humidity areas such as bedrooms, living rooms, and hallways. Keeping that in mind, use semigloss paints in bathrooms and kitchens or any other high-humidity area.
  • Paint the ceiling! Make a tight space seem larger and airier by using the paint a shade or two lighter than your wall color or create a more intimate space by paining the ceiling a darker colour.
  • For a modern effect try painting the walls and trim the same colour. Use a flat paint for the walls and a semi-gloss for the trim.
  • Add a splash of colour to neutral walls by selecting zones on a wall or ceiling and painting them a different, often contrasting, colour from the main wall. This technique is known as colour blocking.
  • Create a fun mural, like clouds or the night sky, on the ceiling. This is a great way to decorate with paint in a child’s room, nursery or family room.
  • Feature a wall at one end of a hallway by painting it a contrasting, dramatic colour; that will serve to visually bring it forward.
 

Painting the exterior of your house

A home’s exterior plays a large part in how the world, or at least neighbours and visitors, see you. It is also the first thing potential buyers will see, and the first impression is often a lasting one. Below are some great tips on updating your house exterior from styleathome.com.

  • Consider updating your home with a fresh coat of paint every three to six years. If preparing your home for sale, use an appealing neutral colour.
  • If you want to invigorate your home’s exterior without painting the entire exterior, freshen up the trim. White or rich neutrals, depending on the house’s exterior colour, can easily update the look of your house.
  • Paint your front door a statement colour that stands out from the rest of the house. Try a gorgeous historical blue or a radiant ruby red – not something you see every day.
  • Shutters and porch gables are the perfect place to express a love for colour and decorate with paint.

Staging with paint

Changing paint colors is one of the easiest (and cheapest!) ways to make your home look better and actually increase its value. Below you will find some tips on how to use paint when preparing your home for sale. Source: www.stagemyownhome.com

  • Limit your interior colors for home staging to earth tones and neutrals. Neutral wall tones create excellent backdrops for the color you are going to add later during the final staging, with furniture, draperies, artwork, and accessories. Added color will simply “pop” against a neutral canvas.
  • Examples of interior colors for home staging that most people love: beige, taupe, ivory, coffee tones, honey, butter, golden, wheat, blue-green, mossy green, brown, blue-gray, and gray. Gray is a sophisticated color and very trendy at this time. Gray complements all other colors and serves as an excellent backdrop for brighter colors, allowing them to shine.
  • Light neutrals and earth tones have the widest appeal among home buyers and will complement most people’s furniture.
  • An easy way to create color flow is to use lighter and darker shades of the same color throughout your home. A fan deck or paint color swatch from any home improvement store can help you select interior colors for home staging. The great thing about paint sample strips is that they take a lot of guess work out of choosing paint colors, as they contain one color in several different shades.
  • To expand visually a space (or hide ugly moldings), use the same light color on walls, baseboards and trim work. Doing so will cause unattractive features to recede, or seemingly blend into the walls Minimize the length of a long narrow room by painting the long walls a light color and the end walls in a darker warm shade of the same color. Because darker colors advance, this gives the effect of “squaring” the room.
  • For over-sized rooms, use a combination of warm and darker colors. The dark colors will make the room seem cozier and more intimate.
  • Visually lift a low ceiling by painting it white or a light pastel hue.

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Below are some great tips on how to use paint in your home décor. If you are looking for a quick and cost effective way to change the look and feel of your home, try one of these!

Sources: styleathome.com, elledecor.com

  • Choose a colour that reflects your individual style and personality. Creative, social types are drawn to dusky blues, spicy reds, and lime greens, designed to captivate your attention. Traditionalists looking to create a contemporary space may go for earthy greens and taupes. And if you are an introvert who wants to make their first foray into accent colors, you can’t go wrong with pale pastels, such as light pinks, blues, and yellows that make the smallest of spaces pop.
  • Make sure you have the right finishes. Flat or matte paints don't reflect light, so they hide imperfect walls better than higher-sheen paints (such as eggshell, semigloss, or high-gloss). However, the smoother the finish, the easier it is to wipe dirt and grit out of cracks and crevices. Flat paints allow moisture to penetrate the walls, and that can result in a mold or mildew problem, so it’s best to use them in low-humidity areas such as bedrooms, living rooms, and hallways. Keeping that in mind, use semigloss paints in bathrooms and kitchens or any other high-humidity area.
  • Paint the ceiling! Make a tight space seem larger and airier by using the paint a shade or two lighter than your wall color or create a more intimate space by paining the ceiling a darker colour.
  • For a modern effect try painting the walls and trim the same colour. Use a flat paint for the walls and a semi-gloss for the trim.
  • Add a splash of colour to neutral walls by selecting zones on a wall or ceiling and painting them a different, often contrasting, colour from the main wall. This technique is known as colour blocking.
  • Create a fun mural, like clouds or the night sky, on the ceiling. This is a great way to decorate with paint in a child’s room, nursery or family room.
  • Feature a wall at one end of a hallway by painting it a contrasting, dramatic colour; that will serve to visually bring it forward.

A home’s exterior plays a large part in how the world, or at least neighbours and visitors, see you. It is also the first thing potential buyers will see, and the first impression is often a lasting one. Below are some great tips on updating your house exterior from styleathome.com.

  • Consider updating your home with a fresh coat of paint every three to six years. If preparing your home for sale, use an appealing neutral colour.
  • If you want to invigorate your home’s exterior without painting the entire exterior, freshen up the trim. White or rich neutrals, depending on the house's exterior colour, can easily update the look of your house.
  • Paint your front door a statement colour that stands out from the rest of the house. Try a gorgeous historical blue or a radiant ruby red – not something you see every day.
  • Shutters and porch gables are the perfect place to express a love for colour and decorate with paint.

 

Changing paint colors is one of the easiest (and cheapest!) ways to make your home look better and actually increase its value. Below you will find some tips on how to use paint when preparing your home for sale. Source: www.stagemyownhome.com

  • Limit your interior colors for home staging to earth tones and neutrals. Neutral wall tones create excellent backdrops for the color you are going to add later during the final staging, with furniture, draperies, artwork, and accessories. Added color will simply “pop” against a neutral canvas.
  • Examples of interior colors for home staging that most people love: beige, taupe, ivory, coffee tones, honey, butter, golden, wheat, blue-green, mossy green, brown, blue-gray, and gray. Gray is a sophisticated color and very trendy at this time. Gray complements all other colors and serves as an excellent backdrop for brighter colors, allowing them to shine.
  • Light neutrals and earth tones have the widest appeal among home buyers and will complement most people’s furniture.
  • An easy way to create color flow is to use lighter and darker shades of the same color throughout your home. A fan deck or paint color swatch from any home improvement store can help you select interior colors for home staging. The great thing about paint sample strips is that they take a lot of guess work out of choosing paint colors, as they contain one color in several different shades.
  • To expand visually a space (or hide ugly moldings), use the same light color on walls, baseboards and trim work. Doing so will cause unattractive features to recede, or seemingly blend into the walls Minimize the length of a long narrow room by painting the long walls a light color and the end walls in a darker warm shade of the same color. Because darker colors advance, this gives the effect of “squaring” the room.
  • For over-sized rooms, use a combination of warm and darker colors. The dark colors will make the room seem cozier and more intimate.
  • Visually lift a low ceiling by painting it white or a light pastel hue.

FAQ's For Homeowners

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive when it comes to our full range of painting services. Please contact us with any further questions.

 

What kind of paint do you use and why?

Depending on the job, we use either oil-based or water-based paints. If it’s for surfaces that experience a lot of wear and tear, we will use an oil-based paint due to its durability. If it’s for your interior walls and ceiling, a water-based paint will do the trick, and it will dry faster as well.

Do you still use oil-based paints? What is the primary difference between oil- and latex-based paints? What are the benefits of each?

Yes, we still use oil-based paints, especially on property exteriors, cabinets, doors, trims, and furniture. The primary differences between oil- and latex-based paints are drying time and durability. With oil-based paints, you can enjoy increased damage resistance and a smoother finish. With latex-based paints, you can expect shorter turnaround times.

What types of environmentally friendly options do you offer?

We offer eco-friendly, non-toxic paint options to complete your painting project. Plus, we make use of leftover paints for moldings and trims and dispose of everything the right way.

How many coats of paint are included in the quote?

If we’re painting dark on light, 2 coats of paint are included. If we’re painting light on dark, up to 6 coats are included so that we can achieve the color you want.

How long does a new paint job typically last?

Our top-quality paint jobs will typically last you for 10 years. Still, if you want to maintain their pristine condition, we recommend scheduling paint touch-ups every 3 to 5 years.

How can I get a painting estimate?

You can get an accurate estimate by scheduling a consultation with our experts.

Would you need to prime an area before painting it with another coat of latex paint?

Generally, you would not need to prime an already painted wall, but at Finishing Touches Painters, we make sure your walls are clean before adding a new layer.

What are the different kinds of paint finishes, and how do I select them for each room?

The different kinds of paint finishes include eggshell, matte, semi-gloss, and satin. Our painting contractors will be happy to let you know which is best for each room of the house.

How do I prepare for your visit?

We will handle the prep work so that you don’t need to worry about anything.

Will there be a big disruption to my home while you are painting there?

As professional painters, we do our best to keep out of your way. We will try to accommodate you by working at the least disruptive times. One way or another, we promise to keep the disruptions to a minimum as much as we can.

How long does a paint job normally take?

Every paint job is unique. A standard paint job will take a few days, but to know a more precise time frame, we suggest setting up a consultation with our painting contractors.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes, our company is fully licensed, insured, and bonded.

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