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Best Time to Paint Your House in Michigan
If you are wondering about the best time to paint your house in Michigan, the short answer is this: the ideal window for most exterior painting projects is late spring through early fall, when temperatures are stable, surfaces are dry, and the coating has time to cure properly. In Southeast Michigan, that usually means homeowners…
Interior Design Trends in 2025
Interior design in 2025 is all about innovation and style, and the trends are set to transform home aesthetics. This guide explores the top trends captivating homeowners and designers, including trending colors, innovative materials, cutting-edge furniture styles, and decor concepts. As sustainability, comfort, and personalization become key influences, these elements are reshaping interior design. Top…
Basement Floor Options in Troy, MI
There are many options when finishing your basement floor that can give you that completed home look on every floor. The most common floor coverings used are tile, carpet, and epoxy. The best floor covering for you will depend on your humidity or dampness in your basement. Tiling your basement can a great floor covering…
Basement Ceiling Options
When refinishing your basement ceiling there are 3 main options to choose from, drywall, drop ceiling or painting. When making the choice of which to use for your home your must consider; moisture level, budget, accessibility and finished look you are wanting. Check out our in-depth analysis below and you can be sure to make…
Benefits of a Fireplace Remodel
Updating your fireplace can change the entire look and feel of your home. Whether you have stone, or brick on your fireplace, a remodel can save you thousands over replacing the structure. You can achieve an elegant and classy look in one day to update your living space. With the new mineral paints that are…
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The Great Wallpaper Debate
With the new design trends emerging, we have been noticing many interior designers are going back to wallpaper. The debate on wallpaper versus paint is a decades old debate on which is “better” and why. There are many factors that go into this debate that every homeowner must consider. Considering cost, maintenance, humidity, ROI, and…
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Is Your Home Protected From The Elements?
Protecting your home from the elements may be something new homeowners may overlook however it should be a top priority to protect your largest investment. Your home endures all mother nature has to offer including heat, cold, wind, and water that can cause serious often expensive damages. In Michigan we must protect against summer heat…
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How to pick the right white
Choosing the right white paint can be a stressful overwhelming task as it is easy to design around however hard to choose. There are more than 32,000 shades or hues of white to choose from as white is the most versatile of colors and has a timeless feel. Whether you are looking for a color…
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Checklist For Choosing A Quality Painter in Oakland and Macomb County, MI
Painting your home is one of the most dramatic, cost-effective ways to improve its look and resale value. Hiring a professional painter can save you time and money in the long run as well as provide higher-quality work that will stand the test of time. To find a professional who will deliver a quality experience…
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What Type of Paint Should I Use and Why?
Unsure which paint is best for your project? Don’t skip the research. The type of paint you choose is just as important as the color. Choosing the wrong sheen can lead to dramatic differences in the appearance of the room. Read on to learn more about each type of paint — and potentially prevent a time-…
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How long does it take to paint the inside of a home?
This question gets asked quite frequently, and the inevitable response always seems to be: it depends! As mind-numbing as it is to hear that, it’s completely accurate. There are a lot of factors that go into the timeframe of painting a house, or even a room. Actually, one of the first questions you need to…
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Looking to hire a painter? Here are 7 things you MUST know!
Every decade or so, most homes need a new paint of coat. Painting your home helps protect it from the elements, keeps it looking good, and allows you to just enjoy it more. The thing is- painting a home by yourself can take a LONG time. Plus if you don’t live in a ranch style home,…
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2025 Epoxy Flooring Color Trends
Choosing the color and style of your epoxy flooring is a crucial decision. The color that you select for your Michigan epoxy flooring will complete the aesthetic of your building interior. Different colors and styles can have various impacts on customer and client perception. You need to look at the latest color trends on the market today and find the right…
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Top Four Facts Every Commercial and Residential Painter Wished You Knew
Many DIYers face the same problem during their home renovation or commercial project, as consumers, they wonder “was all of this hard work worth doing myself and ‘saving money,’ or should I have just hired a professional right off the bat?” After reading multiple reviews in household project forums and spending a lot of time…
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5 Tips to Help You Choose the Perfect Interior Color
Choosing an interior paint color can be a daunting and overwhelming task- after all, no one wants to spend the time, money, and physical energy painting a room (or even a whole house) only to be less than thrilled with how the color looks in your home. Often times, this significant decision comes after the…
Should You Paint Before Selling Your Home? | Metro Detroit Home Selling Tips
When you’re getting ready to sell your home, it’s easy to focus on big-ticket improvements like kitchens, bathrooms, or landscaping. But one of the most affordable upgrades with the highest return on investment is often the simplest: a fresh coat of paint. Whether you’re selling a home in Troy, Rochester Hills, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Shelby…
Cabinet Painting And Refinishing In Metro Detroit
A Smart Alternative To Replacing Your Cabinets If you want a new kitchen look without the cost and disruption of a full remodel, cabinet painting and refinishing is one of the best moves you can make for your Metro Detroit home. Top Shelf Painting & Improvement Specialists helps homeowners across Troy, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Rochester…
How to Prepare a Room for Professional Painting
How to Prepare a Room for Professional Painting Preparing your space properly ensures a smooth, efficient painting process and the best results. Follow these five simple steps before our Top Shelf crew arrives. Move furniture and cover surfaces: Shift furniture toward the center of the room or into another space. Cover everything with plastic or…
Bad Renovation Ideas That Hurt The Home
Your home isn’t just a source of pride or a place where you can relax after a long day it’s also an investment in your family’s future. And while it’s natural to want to make improvements to increase your home’s resale value, some renovations will actually cost you money in the long run. Just because…
Choosing The Right Contractor For Home Improvement
When having work done at your home or office choosing the right company to complete the work is often the hardest part. There are nightmare stories about choosing the wrong contractor that can have costly consequences. Some key things to consider when choosing your contractor include online business presence, client testimonials and photos, online reviews,…
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2025 Epoxy Flooring Color Trends
Choosing the color and style of your epoxy flooring is a crucial decision. The color that you select for your Michigan epoxy flooring will complete the aesthetic of your building interior. Different colors and styles can have various impacts on customer and client perception. You need to look at the latest color trends on the market today and find the right…
Understanding the Benefits of Commercial Epoxy Flooring
When you compare an epoxy floor to the average floor you see on a garage, the former is very professional looking and shiny. The appearance of an epoxy floor alone makes it seem like a pretty great idea to pick for flooring. The surface is both smooth and even, and very easy to maintain. All…
Exterior Painting Benefits For Your Macomb County Commercial Building
You’ve seen the benefits of painting the interiors of a Macomb County commercial enterprise. You are probably asking whether the same benefits would apply to the exteriors of the same entity. Well, more or less, it does. Improving the aesthetic appearance of a business entity generates more benefits that you could ever imagine. You may…
What to Know When Applying Epoxy Floors in Industrial Buildings
Epoxy flooring is preferred in industrial buildings for its strong, durable and resistant qualities. It can easily withstand heavy traffic and sticks pretty well to the base. It is not difficult to see why it has made its way into all types of industries. It can be found in loading areas, commercial shops, maintenance spaces,…
Facts About Epoxy Floors For Commercial Buildings
To Macomb County Michigan commercial building owners, it’s vastly vital to settle for a flooring solution that can withstand whatever stands on it. Commercial building owners should never give a chance to possible scratch, tear or harsh environment. That’s why epoxy floors are the number one choice for floors in a commercial building. With epoxy…