Painting & Carpentry Blog

Guides, costs, and colour advice from 30+ years of painting Vancouver homes.

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If you're considering painting your ceiling, there are a few things you need to take into account before deciding whether or not to go ahead

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Looking for an inexpensive way to make a big shift in the look and feel of your home? Painting is an easy, cost-effective solution that can

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Painting wall corners and edges with finesse can be challenging, but it’s a skill that is necessary for any great paint job. Corners and edg

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If you love spending time outdoors on the deck of your home, then you’ll want to make sure it remains in its best condition. Your wooden dec

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Your kitchen is one of the most essential rooms in your home. Not only is it where you prepare meals, but it's also often used for entertain

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It's easy to feel as if you've made a bad decision when the colour of your wall looks nothing like what you had envisioned it would. But don

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Are you wondering if painting in the rain is possible or practical? You might have heard people say that it’s best to wait for drier conditi

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If you're looking for paint that is easy to wash and can be used on interior walls, then washable paint is the perfect option for you. Washa

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How can you fix peeling paint on the ceiling? Do you want to paint a ceiling or perhaps all your ceilings? Painting a ceiling may seem like

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Bubbled paint is called ‘paint blistering’ — when the paint film lifts from the surface below it, causing bubbles or blisters.' You're not a

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When painting the interior of your home, there are several factors you need to take into consideration - one of which is temperature. If the

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Choosing a white paint colour for your walls can be complex and even confusing with so many choices on the market and advice from interior d