Platinum Painting Blog

What You Should Know Before Painting an Accent Wall

February 8, 2022

room with blue accent wall

Accent walls. They’re incredibly popular in the decorating industry because they’re an easy and stylish way to spruce up your home. Not only do you have unlimited paint options for your accent wall, but you can choose any surface and use almost any material. Every home is unique, which means your accent wall should be just as special. Before you start painting, here are a few dos and don’ts you should know about.

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4 Exterior Paint Trends in 2022 You Need to Know

January 17, 2022

green house with black door showing exterior paint trends

This time of year, many homeowners like to check some improvement projects off their to-do list. Some projects require a lot of time and effort, but few have an immediate effect like painting the outside. When you choose to hire an experienced painting company, the hardest part is deciding the color(s). Here are the exterior paint trends you need to know about for 2022.

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Interior Painting: How Does Color Affect Your Mood?

December 14, 2021

young woman holding color swatches

While looking at color swatches, you’re probably thinking about how a shade will look in your home. Even though you want to choose a paint color that looks good, you must also consider how it’ll make you feel. It may not seem obvious, but the way you feel in your home is affected by your color selection. To help you make the best decision for your space, continue reading to learn more about how certain colors can impact your mood.

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A Guide to Picking the Right Interior Paint Gloss

November 9, 2021

different types of paint

Initially, choosing an interior paint color for your home may seem like an easy decision. However, you might feel overwhelmed once you’re standing face-to-face with the seemingly endless number of colors and finishes to choose from. Since each type of paint gloss serves a unique, practical, and decorative job, deciding on the right one is critical and requires some thought. Fortunately, we’ve created a handy guide to help you choose the perfect one. Simply keep reading to learn more!

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How Exterior Painting Can Boost Your Home’s Value

October 6, 2021

person exterior painting

A fresh coat of paint can go a long way in improving the aesthetics of your home. Not only can exterior painting make your property look amazing, but it can significantly boost its value and appeal. If you’re trying to sell your home, a quality exterior paint job will surely attract buyers like no other. After all, who doesn’t want to move into a home that already looks good? With that in mind, continue reading to learn more about how exterior painting can boost your home’s value.

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Painting Your Child’s Room? Don’t Be Afraid to Break the Rules!

September 8, 2021

mother and daughter laughing while painting room

Are you tired of the lackluster, drabby walls in your child’s room? If so, you may be thinking about adding a fresh coat of paint to brighten up the space. When picking up a home-painting project, some people like to plan carefully to make sure the final product is mature and sophisticated. However, painting a kid’s room should be a completely different process. Tossing out the rulebook can help you give your little one an amazing room! Read on for a few tips to keep in mind.

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Skip the Trends: Choose Timeless Bathroom Colors

July 16, 2021

beautiful bathroom colors

After reading all the design magazines and watching plenty of HGTV shows, you feel confident in your knowledge of what’s trending right now in home design. In the bathroom, you want to create a stunningly beautiful space for you and your guests. But what about when you’re ready to sell your home in 10 years? Will your bathroom continue to wow, or will it need to be revamped with new paint colors in just a little while when the trends change? Here’s some advice for picking bathroom colors that stand the test of time.

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5 Interior Paint Trends for 2021

June 18, 2021

a sitting room that's painted with neutral colors

The inside of your home is your own, personal sanctuary that you can retreat to after a hard day’s work, running errands, or dealing with unfortunate situations life throws at you. However, if your home hasn’t been updated in 10 or even 20 years with a fresh coat of paint, it might not feel as relaxing and welcoming as you may want it to. A fresh coat of paint will help bring it into the 21st century, allow you to impart your unique style onto it, and make it feel newer. Read on to learn five interior paint trends that homeowners love in 2021.

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4 Steps to Prepare Your House for Exterior Painting

April 15, 2021

a person pressure washing the outside of their house

Countless DIY-ers try to take on the task of painting the outside of their home every year, but because countless steps can go awry, many of them end up wasting their valuable money and time by not doing it properly the first time around. The key to success is knowing what you’re doing and having a little experience, or else you may find yourself hiring a professional, even after you’ve attempted the feat once yourself. Doing it right the first time takes skill and knowledge, so read on to learn about four key preparatory steps necessary to have great exterior painting results.

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5 Ways to Make Cozy, Small Rooms Feel Larger

March 24, 2021

small room that looks bigger

You love your old house. You chose it because of its history and charm. Sure, it has some quirks, but it has great bones and amazing potential. One pitfall is the size of the rooms—you’re worried about feeling cramped instead of cozy. Although expanding the small rooms likely isn’t an option, you can still make them feel much bigger. In this post, you’ll learn ways that you can open up and create the illusion of more space in little rooms.

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