Home Management & Maintenance Blog
Experts say that every dollar spent on preventative home maintenance saves at least $10 in future repairs.
Smart Strip Paint Remover
Nothing improves the look of a surface you want unpainted as quickly and affordably as paint stripping. Smart Strip Paint Remover lets you take off unwanted finishes gently without damaging the original item below. Traditional paint removal techniques like sandblasting, sanding, scraping, or chipping effect the profile of the material…
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Travel Inspired Colors
Consider travel inspired colors for your next home or office painting project refresh. Using “destination colors” is a reminder of the fun you had on your vacation. On your next trip, remember to pick up a a color brochure from the local paint store; or enjoy these Dunn Edwards “Destination”…
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Paint Colors of 2025
Colors of the year are selected by social psychologists, color stylists, and design experts who travel the world to get inspiration from trade shows, museums, exhibitions, art, fashion, entertainment, exotic locals and society. The process involves an exploration into current societal and environmental influences, cultural shifts and emerging design trends.…
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Sports Themed Paint Colors
Sports fans love all things related to their favorite sport. Here are some sports themed paint colors to consider for your next room or house decorating update. NFL Inspired Colors Creating the right aesthetic starts with what you like. Whether you’re sprucing up a room or adding a touch of…
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Fall Inspired Paint Colors
Anything you like can be used to inspire an interior or exterior color update scheme. Fall hues convey a warm and cozy aesthetic.  Halloween Paint Colors Embrace fall’s cozy vibes with pumpkin inspired colors. From warm oranges that bring to mind harvest days to soft dusty blues and cheerful…
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2025 Trending Colors
Every year, consumers eagerly await the announcement of which colors will be trending for the coming season. Here are some 2025 trending colors from all over America. Sherwin Williams 2025 Color Capsule Sherwin Williams’s first-ever Color Capsule of the Year is an assortment of hues that presents the most essential…
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Dura Paint Color Palettes
Anything you like can be used to inspired a paint color scheme. Create your own unique space with these Dura Paint Color Palettes. Dura Paint Eclectic Colors Use this eclectic palette to create a daring decorating scheme with options ranging from vibrant teal to deep plum to the perfect shade…
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Essential House Painting Tools
Profitability and success begins with using the right tools. Here are some essential house painting tools. Paint Brushes Use the Right Brush for the Job: There are a variety of brush styles, each tailored for specific applications. For example, the Purdy XL is a versatile choice, suitable for both…
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Snooker Inspired Paint Colors
Consider these PPG snooker inspired paint colors for your next room or whole house color refresh. Snooker was invented in 1875 by the British Army in the Indian town of Jabalpur. A young lieutenant was experimenting on the officers’ mess table with the existing game of ‘Black Pool’ featuring 15…
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European Paint Colors
In the world of residential design, European Paint Colors are noted for their rich, complex undertones. European colors convey a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic that feels both elegant and lived-in. European colors are great for getting unique design inspiration for your home or office decorating schemes. Featured here are color…
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Holiday Season Inspired Colors
This is the time of year when many of us prepare to host family and friends for the holidays. When planning seasonal refresh projects, consider also updating your home’s exterior to create an appeal that welcomes guests inside. Holiday Season Inspired Colors make updating your decorating scheme more interesting. Each…
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Local Historic Districts (HPOZ’s)
Los Angeles City has a program that creates local historic districts (HPOZ’s). It conserves the distinctive architecture and cultural resources of LA’s historic neighborhoods. Designating a neighborhood as a local historic district – also called a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) means that any new project in that neighborhood must…
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