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Top Home Decorating Tips from Interior Designers (5/2/2013) - A new coat of paint is only the start of a larger project: Making your home look better than it ever has before. Here are some tips from famous interior designers for choosing and coordinating your paint colors and room accessories. “While looking at one of my first New York apartments, David Hicks told me [...]
Making the Most of Your New House Paint (4/29/2013) - Zenith Painting is committed to making the homes and houses of Denver beautiful inside and out with the help of our quality paint products and expert staff. But once we’ve done our job, that’s when the fun really begins for our customers. Here are a few of our favorite tips for making the most of [...]
Is Your Exterior House Painting Contractor Charging the Right Price? (4/25/2013) - Zenith Painting is a team of professional painters equipped to do high quality work for residential and commercial clients. That means that sometimes our quotes are a little higher than others you might get. Let’s take exterior home painting for example. It sounds straightforward, but here are the questions you should ask a cut-rate contractor [...]
Bathroom Painting: Three Ways to Paint Behind the Toilet (4/22/2013) - Bathrooms need painting, and there’s one particular problem that seems to stump homeowners again and again when tackling them: that hard-to-reach area behind the tank of the toilet. It’s hard to reach and nobody ever sees it, so why bother, right? That’s why an unpainted patch behind a toilet is a sure sign of amateur [...]
The Return of Pro Painting Tips from Zenith Painting (4/18/2013) - It’s been awhile since we offered some of our favorite pro painting tips. When you’ve chosen a color, assembled your materials, and all that’s left is getting the paint on the wall, these tips will help you achieve the perfect paint job. 1. No Blotches, No Flashing Have you ever seen a freshly painted wall [...]
5 Home Painting Tips to Save Time, Money, and Messes (4/15/2013) - Looking for a few shortcuts to get your painting project done with less mess and stress? We’ll help you out. At Zenith Home Finishes, we always work with professional equipment and methods. But if you’re not a professional, you may not want to invest in all the specialized tools or learn all the detailed techniques [...]
Painting Wood Floors in Home Interiors (4/4/2013) - Although not as popular as it once was, painting floors makes a strong statement and has a big impact on the personality of a living space. Think of a pure white room from ceiling to floor, or a bright summery color for a vacation home. It’s also an inexpensive and charming way to conceal floors [...]
Going Gray: Choosing Neutral Colors for Interior Paint (4/1/2013) - We’ve talked about the best ways to use bold, dark colors in interior painting previously in the Zenith Painting’s blog, but let’s not give all the attention to the deep reds and brilliant greens. Gray paint may be ‘neutral,’ but that doesn’t mean it can’t catch the eye and make a statement. Here are some [...]
Choosing Colors and Painting a Bathroom (3/28/2013) - Painting a bathroom is a little more challenging than most other rooms in the house, but it also offers some unique opportunities for creativity. As we mentioned in our post about using post about using dark colors in interior painting, the bathroom is usually a smaller room focused on relaxation. Because of this, a strong [...]
The Risks and Benefits of Painting with Dark Colors (3/25/2013) - Choosing whether or not to use strong, dark colors in your painting scheme can be a difficult decision. Dark colors make a bold statement, but it does come at a certain cost. Here are a few drawbacks to consider when choosing dark paints. Cons of Dark Colors in Interior Painting: - They tend to [...]
Repairing, Cleaning, and Painting Stucco (3/21/2013) - Stucco is a popular building material: It’s durable, economical, and easy to apply. Unfortunately, it also requires regular maintenance and can be a challenge to repaint. Zenith Painting provides expert stucco painting and repair to homes and businesses in the Denver area, and this is how we do it. Stucco Repair Age and moisture [...]
Painting and Repainting Aluminum Siding in Denver (3/18/2013) - Aluminum is a popular material for residential siding, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s extremely durable and attractive to look at. But it will look better and last longer with paint, and eventually that paint will need touch-ups or repainting to a new color. Putting on the First Coat of Paint [...]
What Kind of Stain Works Best With Your Deck? (3/14/2013) - Good question! There’s more than one right answer, and we’ll run through your options. First, you should know that these recommendations are based on the most common deck materials, like pressure-treated pine. Decks made from cedar or exotic hardwoods have different requirements, and Zenith Painting would be happy to offer our expert knowledge to help [...]
Repair Your Drywall Before You Paint (2/19/2013) - It’s important to patch up any dents or holes in drywall before painting, and House Painting of Colorado is happy to take care of the hassle for you. If you’re curious about what it takes to fix drywall, here’s a quick guide. You’re going to want some joint compound, a putty knife, a razor knife, [...]
Home Painting Contractors, Commercial Painting Contractors – What’s the Difference? (2/11/2013) - Here at House Painting of Colorado we do both residential and commercial painting. You might think there’s nothing special about that- a wall is a wall, paint is paint, and bringing them together is the same on any kind of building. You’re Right. And You’re Wrong. It’s true, putting paint on a residential wall isn’t [...]
How to Dispose of Old Paint (2/3/2013) - Homeowners know that any painting project is that is going to end with a few half-empty gallons of paint left unused. It’s wise to keep some leftover paint around in case it is needed for touch ups, but it won’t last forever, and it occupies valuable storage space. So, what is the best way to [...]
Painting Your Interior in Bold Colors: Part 2 (2/2/2013) - In the first half of our guide to painting interiors in bold colors, we got you ready with clean surfaces and just the right primer. Now it’s time to get dirty with the second half of House Painting of Colorado’s guide to painting interiors in bold colors like red. Cut In It’s time to [...]
Painting Your Interior In Bold Colors: Part 1 (2/1/2013) - Nothing makes a statement like red. But before you grab that crimson can you’ve got to know that when it comes to red, walls sometimes have a mind of their own. Painting a white wall with a deep, vibrant color like red isn’t much more difficult than most painting jobs but missing a key step [...]
New Pro Painting Tips from House Painting of Colorado (1/31/2013) - We’re keeping the clever techniques coming for our series of pro tips for house painters. Give these tips a try to get your paint job done quickly and cleanly. No Need to Tape Windows: It’s common practice to use tape on glass windows when painting sills and sashes, but it’s just not necessary. Just [...]
Is Winter the Right Time for Interior Painting? (1/30/2013) - Winter in Denver is the time for bundling up and keeping warm, but the cold months are also a fine time for an interior painting project. With heating on and windows closed, homeowners may ask if it’s safe or smart to paint interiors during winter. The answer: Yes—most of the time. Is It Safe? Using oil-based [...]
How to Paint Your Home’s Exterior: Part 2 (1/29/2013) - House Painting of Colorado is back with the second half of our how-to on preparing your home exterior for painting. Catch up on our first half and then get ready to finish getting ready with these simple steps. Flatten and Smooth If you’ve got any cracks now is the time to deal with them. [...]
How to Paint Your Home’s Exterior: Part 1 (1/28/2013) - Your home’s exterior shields you from exposure to nature’s harsh effects. But what protects the walls themselves from rain, wind, and snow? Your paint. Without that barrier against the elements, your walls would eventually crumble. If paint is going to do its job, it must to be able to adhere to the walls it protects. [...]
Choosing Exterior Paint for Your Home: Part 3 (1/27/2013) - We’ve finally come to the third and final installment of House Painting of Colorado’s tips for choosing exterior home paint! Take a look at Part 1 and Part 2 for the rest of our guide, and read on for our final tips: Match Existing Colors What colors are you already working with on your home? How [...]
Choosing Exterior Paint for Your Home: Part 2 (1/26/2013) - A proper palette can emphasize unique details and obscure design flaws. Colors can make give the illusion of size to a small house or stabilize an unbalanced house. Complimentary colors will highlight a home’s assets. Attractive porch colors will make a house welcoming. It’s all possible with the right paint colors. Here are some tips [...]
Choosing Exterior Paint for Your Home: Part 1 (1/25/2013) - Are you ready to paint your home exterior? Great! New paint will not only freshen up your home, it will increase its resale value and curb appeal should you ever decide to sell it. Now you just have to choose: Which color? Here’s part one of House Painting of Colorado’s guide to choosing exterior paint [...]
Even More Pro Painting Tips from House Painting of Colorado (1/24/2013) - Today we’ve got a new handful of great pro tips for house painters. Give these a try on your next interior painting job. You’ll be glad you did. Try Tinted Primer for Repainting: Priming is an essential step. Not only does it prevent dull, flat patches of paint caused by walls drawing moisture out [...]
How To Paint Over “Popcorn” Textured Ceilings (1/22/2013) - Who doesn’t love popcorn? If you’re planning to paint over a textured ceiling, the answer may be you. When the popcorn on your ceiling is looking old, it needs a touch-up. That yellow isn’t butter! But this project can be difficult. Popcorn ceilings are typically covered with alkyd paint, a combination of “alkyd” resin [...]
Tips on Hiring a Professional Painting Contractor (1/21/2013) - Did you know that people typically spend more time researching home electronics purchases such as TVs than they do on choosing a professional painting contractor? We have operated in Littlefield, Lafayette, and the entire Denver area for years. It’s where most of our clients are from, and their referrals continue to be a great [...]
The Benefits of Exterior Commercial Painting (1/20/2013) - There are countless benefits to repainting your business. The look of your facility’s exterior sends a powerful signal. Customers prefer a friendly, aesthetically pleasing business. Just by updating your business with attractive colors and displaying pride in your well maintained property, you can attract more customers and generate more referrals. Employee morale, retention, and productivity [...]
Interior Paint Trends for 2013 (1/19/2013) - At House Painting of Colorado, we complement our experience with knowledge of trendy styles. Here are some hot trends in interior paint, from Greenwood Village to Westminster. Metal Finish: Consider adding metallic elements to your home interior. Brass, bronze, silver, or copper hardware will give a room a sense of dimension. These small touches can [...]
Power Washing: Old Exteriors Look New (1/18/2013) - These are your enemies: Debris, dirt, dust, spider webs, humidity, and heat. They damage building exteriors, dulling colors and coating surfaces in grime. But an entirely new paint job may be more than you’re prepared to take on. The best solution may be a power wash. We’re talking serious water pressure here, something you can’t [...]
More Pro Painting Tips from House Painting of Colorado (1/17/2013) - Today we’re sharing some more of our favorite pro tips for house painters around Denver who’d like to master their interior painting skills. Here are some more guidelines to follow that will make your interior painting job go smoothly. Don’t Just Clean, Degrease: When a surface is truly grimy, a simple wash with hot [...]
Does Your Painting Project Need Primer? (1/16/2013) - House Painting of Colorado knows that time is money, and that conserving both of these commodities is just common sense. When painting residential interiors, we want to help our customers in Denver and beyond achieve their goal: Improving their interior without wasting their time and money. We’re fine with people asking us questions about our [...]
Fresh Paint and Other Ways Spruce Up Your Dining Room (1/15/2013) - Now that your home has emptied out after the holidays, why not take some time to spruce up your dining room? Think of House Painting of Colorado as a resource for painting endeavors in the Denver area. Here are a few budget-friendly ideas to liven up your residential living space: Return Old Items to [...]
Simple Steps for Staircase Painting (1/14/2013) - Is cold winter weather keeping you indoors? There’s still plenty you can do around the house to stay busy. Painting staircases can be a simple job that doesn’t require as much preparation or ventilation as wall painting projects, and that’s a good thing if you want to keep the cold Denver winters from blowing in. [...]
Getting the Paint You Need While Balancing the Budget (1/13/2013) - House Painting of Colorado knows your business is important. At its core, your business is what makes the difference between three square meals and going hungry- sometimes literally. Maintaining an active relationship with your budget will allow your business to stretch every dollar. That’s why it’s essential to collect quotes before settling on next year’s [...]
Choosing a Paint Type: Latex or Oil? (1/12/2013) - If you’re planning a painting project in Thornton or Aurora, it’s important to evaluate all types of paints and determine which suits each room of your residential interior. All paints are not made equal. Just as decorating decisions vary from room to room, so does the appropriate type of paint. You will want to use [...]
How to Paint Exterior Trim on Your Commercial Building (1/11/2013) - Maintaining the paint on your exterior will keep the building protected. At House Painting of Colorado, we have years of experience in residential and commercial painting services throughout Colorado and the Denver area. Today, we’ll help you learn how to protect your investment with some tips for painting exterior trim. From the top: The [...]
Pro Painting Tips from House Painting of Colorado (1/10/2013) - We’d like to share some of our favorite pro tips for aspiring painters around Denver who’d like to DIY their interior painting projects. Here are some handy best practices for making your interior painting job go smoothly, from Denver’s best painting contractors to you. Canvas Drop Cloths: Of course you’re smart enough to know [...]
Commercial Painting: Choosing the Right Colors for Your Business (1/9/2013) - Are your office walls plain white or even worse, a dingy shade of pink? Is each room a different clashing color? Do you need to choose an accent for your exterior? House Painting of Colorado specializes in residential and commercial painting in Colorado and the Denver area, and we want to take your business into the 21st century. [...]
How To Remove Wallpaper Before Painting Your Home Interior (1/8/2013) - If you’re planning an interior painting project, you may have work to do before you get your brush wet. The wallpaper has got to go, and then you’ll be left with a gritty, damaged wall to refinish. Here’s House Painting of Colorado’s guide to getting the job done, from prep to paint. 1. Gather [...]
3 Reasons to Avoid Self-Priming Paint On Your Denver Home Exterior (1/7/2013) - If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. That’s the case for so-called self-priming paints that promise to save time and money by eliminating primer from the painting process. Here are three reasons to avoid taking a self-priming shortcut. 1. Premium Paint, Premium Price Perhaps the biggest reason to avoid self-priming [...]
4 Things to Do Before Choosing a Painting Contractor (12/24/2012) - Choosing a painting contractor is no simple task. Your goal is to get professional work at an affordable cost. Here are four steps to make sure you get the right people for the job. Follow them and your project will be a success before a brush touches the wall. 1. Know What You Want [...]
Choosing a Paint Roller (12/10/2012) - Are you thinking of taking on a major paint job on your own? Using the right tool will make a big difference. Here’s a quick guide to help you choose a paint roller to fit your task. Take a Nap “Nap” is the fur (or foam) on a roller. Nap can be made of [...]
Test Your Colors Before Painting Your Colorado Home (12/3/2012) - If you want the best-looking paint job, you need to do more than compare paint swatches at the store. The fluorescent lights and bland commercial flooring of a retailer are no substitute for testing colors in the natural light and setting of your own home. Here at House Painting of Colorado, our experts can help [...]
Choosing the Perfect Paint Finish for Your Home (11/21/2012) - Here at House Painting of Colorado, we’re happy to help you find just the right paint color and sheen to make your painting project pop, but we also want you to have the power to choose for yourself. That’s why we’re arming you with this handy guide to the various finishes available. In general, glossier [...]
Fun with Painter’s Tape (11/12/2012) - It’s common knowledge that precision painting requires the use of masking tape to prevent wide strokes and disobedient drops from seeping onto carpet, molding, and other fixtures. Painter’s tape is a specialized variety of masking tape specifically designed to achieve that goal while leaving as little adhesive residue as possible. Standard masking tape may allow [...]
Billboard Homes (11/5/2012) - Here at House Painting of Colorado we like to share news and tips on painting and home improvement from around the web. The practical, the interesting, the strange, and the inspiring – whatever catches our eye. This week’s story comes from California, where a new marketing firm known as Brainiacs from Mars has launched an [...]
How to Choose a Painting Contractor in Denver (8/3/2012) - The time has finally come: You’re tired of looking at your drab walls and dull exterior. You could do the work yourself, but you don’t want to spend dozens – or hundreds — of back-breaking hours painting your ceilings. Furthermore, you actually want the finished product to look professional. But selecting a painting contractor in [...]
Exterior House Painting in Denver (8/8/2011) - Exterior home painting in Denver or anywhere in Colorado is an aesthetic decision as well as a practical one. Many Denver homeowners will delay painting their house without realizing the harm they are causing to the integrity of their home. Damage from the sun, rain and snow can severely deteriorate your exterior surfaces. Chipped and [...]
Interior House Painting in Denver (8/8/2011) - Interior house painting is a cost effective way to transform any room in your Denver home. The appearance of your home is important not only for yourself, but for your guests and friends. As a partner with Sherwin Williams, you will find all of our paint color options from the Sherwin Williams color collection. You [...]
Colorado Service Areas (8/8/2011) - We are proud to paint homes in Denver and all over Colorado we serve the entire metro area including; Lafayette, Louisville, Broomfield, Thornton, Westminster, Golden, Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Lakewood, Aurora, Englewood, Greenwood Village, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Aurora, Lone Tree, and Parker. Contact Colorado House Painters today to schedule your free estimate! To see [...]