When it comes to painting the exterior of your house, selecting the right type of paint can be overwhelming with so many options available. Two popular choices that are often used for historic or traditional homes are whitewash and limewash. While they may sound similar, there are key differences between the two. In this
Using interior limewash is a unique way of transforming your living spaces. It has been around for centuries and is one of the oldest paints known to man. Limewash is a natural and eco-friendly paint made from a mixture of water, lime, and pigments. It is commonly used to add a rustic and organic
The use of color in a home is an important and powerful tool in creating a balanced and harmonious living space. A home that is visually pleasing and in balance helps create a sense of peace and tranquility. The practice of Feng shui has long been used to bring balance and harmony to homes,
If you’re here, you’re probably looking to paint the exterior of your home. In your research, you’ve likely come across the term “sheen.” In our last blog, we talked all about interior sheen and how to choose the right one for your space. Exterior paint sheen is an equally important factor—It can make all
One of the first things I learned when I joined DeHaan Painting was that paint color comes with a sheen. I always thought sheen just meant how shiny something was… turns out that’s only a fraction of what sheen actually is. This deep dive into the world of painting will be two parts, starting
Let’s be honest with each other, getting your house professionally painted—interior or exterior—is expensive. Professional painters are backed with insurance, years of experience, and proper equipment which tends to come with a hefty price tag. Naturally, you go online and find someone else who’ll do it for less than a third of a price.
For many, the New Year inspires people to change their lives and better themselves. But what about your home? According to the American Time Use Survey, Americans spend about 62% of their waking time at home. Over at DeHaan Painting, we think your home should represent you and be your sanctuary from the outside
Our last blog was about whether or not you should paint your own kitchen cabinets. Regardless of if you decided to do it yourself or hire someone else, you’re now stuck with the daunting dilemma…“what color should I paint my kitchen cabinets?” If you’re anything like me, you’re a little tired of all the
Have you ever had that home project where you think “yeah, I could probably do that myself;” then cut to two weeks later, not even half of the project is done and you’re sitting in the middle of the floor, overwhelmed with paint on your forehead? You’re lying if you say you haven’t.
“Back in my day, even the paint used to try to kill ya!” said a grandpa somewhere, reclining in his oversized ottoman as the grandkids complain about helping grandma with chores. This memoir falls in line with all the other stereotypical things older relatives tend to use to gently remind us how it was
