Paper borders have definitely gone up in flames, but how about painted borders? Painted, wallpapered, and stenciled borders have replaced the traditional paper borders and these modern border options have become design acceptable again.

Once stains are there, they become the focal point of the room, the first thing your eyes travel to no matter how gorgeous the rest of the home looks. Are you ready to get rid of these pesky stains once and for all?

If you live in a home with an unfinished basement, chances are that every time you walk downstairs, you have to encounter your concrete floors. Or heading out into your garage every day you see the smooth concrete of your garage floor. If you’re trying to think of some ways to liven things up a bit, it might have crossed your mind to paint it. Painting your concrete is much cheaper and easier than trying to install another kind of flooring over top of the concrete and, if it’s done well, you can end up with a nice result that won’t be an eyesore.

When looking for paint for everyday projects it is very common to see the description “Paint and Primer in one”. This is used to describe paint companies best or premium paint. However, consumers should take note: Paint and Primer are two different products with very distinct purposes.

The right choice of colors and finishes can maximize a home’s natural lighting, making a room feel brighter and its inhabitants happier. Surprisingly, these emotion-evoking interior design elements aren’t always (or even mostly) found on the walls! Yes, the color of your walls is important - a key player in your light maximizing game, in fact. But, more than half of these tips to maximize natural light in your home have to do with colors and finishes found elsewhere besides a room’s four walls!

How would you like to have your cake and eat it too? Well, you can...in the world of interior design, that is! Accent walls allow you to experiment with color, texture, and tone without the commitment of altering the whole room’s foundational design. What’s more, a stunning accent wall becomes the centerpiece to any room, which saves you money on the purchase of additional accessories that would just end up overwhelming the space in the presence of such a diverting focal point.