Should I Paint My House Before Selling?
No one wants their house to sit on the market for any longer than necessary. And everyone wants to sell their house for the best price possible. There are lots of things you can do to prepare your property for the market and most of them only require an investment of your time. While painting your house does require you to purchase painting materials or hire a professional painter, it's a worthwhile investment if you want to sell your house faster and for a higher price. Why Does House...
Brushing Paint vs Spraying Paint
Are you considering giving your home a new splash of colour? Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is one of the most effective ways to update its appearance. But before you get started, there is one important decision you need to make - brush or spray? Both spraying and brushing paint have pros and cons. Read on so you can decide which method is more suitable for you. Brushing and Rolling Paint The traditional brush and roller application technique is still the preferred method...
Textured Paint Tips
While textured walls may be out of fashion, textured paint is growing in popularity. Texturing walls with paint gives a completely different finish to those bumpy 80's style ceilings and roofs homeowners are so eager to get rid of. Think farmhouse-chic and casual, rustic vibes that will give your home a unique modern edge. Benefits Of Textured Paint Textured paint comes with a heap of benefits including: Low maintenance Add depth and dimension Hides flaws and marks Cover up...
What is a Taubmans Certified Painter?
Generally, homeowners look to hire a professional painter when they don’t have the time to do it themselves. Sometimes, it’s due to a physical limitation or a difficult surface. Whatever the reason, a professional painter should be skilled, experienced and reliable. If you don’t know where to start looking, choosing a Taubmans Certified Painter, is a quick and easy way to source a painter who has an excellent reputation, is fully insured and whose workmanship is guaranteed....
What Are Anti Graffiti Coatings?
Anti-Graffiti Coatings are specially formulated to protect exterior surfaces from Graffiti. They go on easily and can be applied to either bare or previously painted surfaces. If your property is vandalised by graffiti, high-pressure water will remove aerosol paint with ease. Benefits Of Anti Graffiti Coatings Protects surfaces from damage due to graffiti Graffiti (including aerosol paints) are easily removed Saves money as no need to repaint Easy to apply Cost effective solution...
How Paint Colours Affect Mood
Yes colour psychology is real. While the exact link between colour and mood is not fully understood, it has been scientifically proven that colour does affect how we act, think and feel. Color psychology is the study of hues as a determinant of human behavior. Color influences perceptions that are not obvious, such as the taste of food. Colours can also enhance the effectiveness of placebos. It makes sense then that the paint colours we choose to paint the walls of our home will...
Why a Colour Consultation is a Good Idea
A colour consultant is a professional interior decorator who specialises in colours. As you may know, choosing the right colour scheme is one of the most challenging aspects of doing a home improvement project. Fortunately, colour consultants are there to lend you their expertise, helping you fully understand what every room needs in terms of colours and paint textures. Here are three good reasons why you should consider the services of a colour consultant. 1. Avoid Making Costly Mistakes Have...
3 Reasons You Should Hire a Professional Painter
…………… and why DIY is not always cheaper! When it comes to painting, many of us have a romantic image of pulling on the overalls and spending a day transforming our homes. However, this vision of domestic bliss (often originating and promoted by paint companies), is far from the truth. Painting is hard-work. Painting is messy. Most importantly, painting is a skill and requires a trained eye and a steady hand to get it right. Not convinced? Here are our top 3 reasons you should hire a...