Residential Interior Painting

While DIY is still a huge trend in home improvement, many still choose to hire a professional to ensure the job is done right the first time.  Hiring an interior painting contractor is worth the investment, but it is exactly that - an investment. You want to be sure that you are working with someone who is trustworthy and will do an excellent job.  But how do you weed through all the options? Here are some tips for finding the best interior painting contractor for you. Shop Around First, you need to find out what is available to…

Preparing your house to sell is full of must-dos: You must fix those broken handrails. You must have great curb appeal. You must replace those broken shingles. This list of must-dos often includes giving your home a fresh coat of paint to make it more appealing, but how do you know what colors will sell and which will send buyers running? Here are 5 things you MUST know when painting your house to sell: Don't Go Monochromatic on the Exterior While one color may be recommended for interior painting, the large areas and varied sections of your home's…

Are you ready to change up the interior of your house? Painting your home is a fun way to show your creativity, but some people are hesitant to dive into “risky” wall colors, especially dark ones. Why are dark colors so intimidating when it comes to home painting? Strategically using dark colors can create drama and impact in your space without making it feel closed in. Here are 4 examples of how choosing a dark interior can give your home all the drama you want without the claustrophobic feel: Apartment Therapy This interior is a perfect example of…

With the abundance of cabinet projects we have been doing lately, we get asked this question daily. Everyone wants to know the best order to have their kitchen remodel done. To be honest, there is no right answer, but Armor Tough Coatings will definitely help you through it all! We recommend that you schedule the jobs, as the contractor(s) become available. We can not speak for other contractors but for us, we are normally scheduled out 1-2 months. Just because a contractor you want to work with is booked, doesn’t mean everything else should be put on hold.…

Home design seems to be all the rage nowadays, with HGTV home improvement shows and Pinterest boards galore inspiring many of the ideas shared. Homeowners and renters alike are scrambling to make their homes feel like the cover of Better Homes & Gardens magazine. However, many of us are struggling to keep our homes planted in the now. The first step to any home remodel is recognizing what needs to go, especially dated designs. Here are 3 ways your walls might make your home look outdated: Wallpaper There’s nothing that says outdated more than Victorian wallpaper. Tear it…

Should you paint a new home before or after you move in? The answer may seem like a no-brainer for some, but for others, this question doesn’t even cross their mind. Here are some pros and cons to consider when painting your new home before the big move. Pro: Painting an Empty Room is Easy Before you haul all of your belongings into the home, you may want to consider painting the walls first. Imagine how much time you could save from having to shuffle your furniture around the room, cover your belongings in plastic, and make room…