Question:
When painting a cinder block foundation and front steps, should the colors be the same or contrasting?
Answer:
ALWAYS paint them the same colour unless you are trying to draw the attention away from the home. Neutrals like greys and tans work best on the foundation and stairs as they are not the first thing that will draw the eye. You want to visually make them go away
~ Carson
New homes are fresh and sparkling, but over time, they begin to show their age. If you want to keep your home feeling like new as each year passes, it’s important to keep up with proper maintenance tasks. Here are a few budget-friendly and DIY ideas to keep your home in fresh condition year after year.
1. Regular CleaningNormal cleaning tasks like sweeping, mopping, and dusting are important, but to really keep your home looking shiny and new, it’s important to remember deep cleaning tasks, as well.
Steam clean your carpets at least once a quarter, and don’t forget to vacuum and steam your furniture at the same time. When you dust, reach for areas like ceiling fans, wall corners, and the inside of cabinets. Thorough deep cleaning on a regular basis makes all the difference when you’re trying to keep your home looking fresh.
by Jennifer Adams
Who hasn’t been overwhelmed by all those swatches in the paint section? You thought you wanted white, but did you know there were so many different whites? And, where does white stop and gray or some other color start?
Is white the right color anyway? It’s so easy to get overwhelmed looking at those hundreds of paint chips! Here are my tips for helping narrow down the options.
The first step to choosing a color for any room is to collect ideas.
Do you have a piece of furniture, art or an area rug you love in the room? Reduce your choices by looking at color swatches that mostly match those pieces. If your sofa and area rug have lots of colors, too, choose a color that seems to be the background color.