Category Archives: Painting

May Your Days Be Merry and Your Home Bright for the Holidays

Posted on November 19, 2012 by scott

Don’t find yourself so overwhelmed with preparations and repairs that by the time the holidays are over, you’re left with the feeling that you didn’t have a chance to sit down and simply enjoy them. Continue reading →

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How to Decorate Your Home for Less

Posted on May 7, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Here are a handful of tips to consider before you open your wallet—or substantially reduce the amount of money in your bank account—to “change up” your home. Furniture, lighting and pictures can all be moved to offer a new perspective … Continue reading →

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Painting Can Polish a Sale

Posted on April 30, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

A good paint job can turn an otherwise drab, dark looking home into a bright, and airy mansion that would be the envy of the neighborhood. Even the most aged and dreary homes can be given a new lease on … Continue reading →

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One-Weekend Painting Projects

Posted on April 19, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Updating the decor in your home doesn’t have to be a long, laborious or expensive process. Instead, get a little instant gratification by using paint to easily refresh areas and items throughout the house. With a little cash and a … Continue reading →

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Home Staging for a Fast Sale

Posted on April 16, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Home Staging is the art of decorating a home to sell quickly and for top dollar. So, let’s transform your home in order to attract as many potential buyers as possible. Number One Rule: De-Clutter • Collect all those items … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Kitchen Re-Do on Budget

Posted on April 4, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Save money on cabinets. Resist the temptation to fill all available wall space with cabinets. Buy only the cabinets you need. Don’t build so many that you are forced to shop to fill them when the kitchen is complete. Flush-overlay … Continue reading →

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Painting Garage Doors Protects the Investment

Posted on April 3, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 From being knocked into and dented, to going up and down all the time, to being exposed to nature’s elements, garage doors experience wear and tear on a daily basis. They are also the point through which many people enter … Continue reading →

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Neutral Color Palettes for your Home

Posted on March 28, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 Whites, grays, creams, beige and brown are all timeless neutral colors used extensively as home paints. Over the years, these neutral colors have evolved and their modern avatars include olive green, jade, lilac, cool silver, organic grays, soft yellows and … Continue reading →

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5 Quick Home Makeover Tips

Posted on March 23, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

You don’t have to sink a lot of time or money into updating the décor of your home.  Use the following quick makeover tips to express changes in your style. 1. Make Use of Rugs – These can be large, … Continue reading →

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Great Ideas for Painting the Exterior of Your Home

Posted on March 19, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Most likely, one of the primary goals you have for your home is to maintain the value of your investment. Exterior residential painting may well be high on the list of important things to do. If you are a do-it-yourself … Continue reading →

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