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Basement Floor Options

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 Solutions

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…

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…

2022 Interior Design Trends

Following the stress and quarantine of the pandemic, many people are spending more time at home. With this life change, comes huge interior design changes that follow. More people are looking to make their home calm, comfortable, and simple. Many of the trends have a 1970’s style vibe which is interesting as people spent more…

What Is Mineral Paint?

Mineral paint as the name states is a product compiled mainly of natural minerals found in the earth. They are the most environmentally friendly paints and can be very versatile depending on the brand you are using. There are many kinds of mineral paint that are used however the most common are flat masonry mineral…

RESIDENTIAL NEWS

Renovations 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

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,…

Wood Paneling Solutions

Do you have outdated wood paneling in your home? Once the most popular wall covering for homes and basements and now tacky and outdated, wood paneling is one of the more challenging design elements to remove from a home. More often than not there is no drywall installed behind wood paneling, making the change quite…

Cabinet Refinishing FAQ

Q- What is the longevity of refinished cabinets? The products we use bond directly to your cabinets to give you a factory like finish that will last 10+ years of normal wear and tear. Q- Do you use Latex or oil-based paint? Absolutely NOT! We only use a 2-part catalyst that dries harder than a…

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…

COMMERCIAL NEWS

Choosing the Best Exterior Paint On Commercial Buildings

Color plays a big role in exterior painting. The right color will affect how people react to the property and can boost traffic to the commercial building because it is more visible and appealing. People react to stimulation. Your business services may not be well advertised, but the color of the exterior painting can drive…

Choosing The Right Epoxy Floors For Industrial Buildings

Epoxy floors have endless advantages. The decision on the type of flooring system to consider is a simple one because epoxy flooring improves your floor condition. The common mistake people make is overlooking how the shiny and bright floor will appear after installation. You should have impeccable cleaning procedures in place as both new and…

Tips for Exterior Painting On Industrial Buildings

Industrial painting projects require proper surface preparation if the paint is to last for years. The surface is analyzed and processed using appropriate methods like pressure washing, cold/hot power washing, steam cleaning, dry ice blasting, chemical treatments, shot-blasting for the concrete floor and blasting. The surrounding surfaces must be well protected and masked off to…

Benefits of Interior Painting in Commercial Buildings

A good paint job gives the building a new look. The paint improves the building aesthetics and covers all the imperfections like dents and marks. The interior painting increases the value of the building and its bottom line. Professionals recommend that you get an interior painting for your building when the paint starts to fade…