4 Fun Ideas for Fall Interior Painting Projects
October 31, 2022
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Fall is here, and it’s time to cozy up by the fire, break out the charcuterie board for a visit from friends, and get the holiday decorations out of the attic. Going indoors for the cooler weather is one of the best times to paint your interior walls or add a little architectural feature to liven up your living spaces. We can help with that!
Think bigger than neutral interior paint colors
It’s ok to choose a tried and true neutral color for your walls, but the new paint color choices from designers this fall are bright and bold. Have a little fun and choose dark green for a focal wall or black for a powder room. Go with a nautical navy blue for a bedroom. The possibilities are endless.
Elevate your style with custom carpentry
Our team is skilled in many areas and can help give your home texture and interest. We can add crown molding, wainscotting, and more. Then, we can help you choose the right paint color, perhaps contrasting or complimenting your wall color.
Refinish tired woodwork
Has someone been walking up and down the stairs in their cleats again? If so, we can help! Refinishing and painting your stairs can make them look like new. Sometimes it takes just a small change to make a huge difference.
Cabinets need a new look? Let’s paint them!
If your kitchen cabinets are in good condition, and you still love the layout of your kitchen, perhaps all that is needed is a refreshing new paint color. Trends in kitchen cabinet colors are leaning toward darker, more dramatic colors like charcoal gray, deep green, or romantic teal. You could also go to the other side and try a pale, sea-inspired blue. Make your kitchen a little more inviting for the holidays!
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If you have any questions about these projects or other work we can do in your home, please reach out to us. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Fall in Rhode Island is more than pumpkin patches and football weekends (to be clear, it is definitely mostly about that). But it’s also prime time for painting. The air is dry, the temperatures are steady, and the sun isn’t scorching your siding. It’s basically nature’s invitation to tackle projects you’ve been putting off. From exterior touch-ups to an interior refresh before the holidays, fall gives homeowners that rare combination of good weather and motivation, and that’s worth taking advantage of. Ready to grab a brush (or at least a plan) and get a few things checked off before the frost sets in? Consider this article your first line item. Why Fall Is Ideal for Painting in Rhode Island Autumn weather in New England offers something that painters love: stability. It’s not too hot, not too humid, and rarely too cold. Paint adheres better, dries evenly, and doesn’t blister under direct sunlight like it can in midsummer. Cooler temps also mean painters, whether you or a professional crew, can work longer without racing the clock or baking under a high sun. Add in fewer bugs, drier air, and reduced pollen, and you’ve got the recipe for beautiful finishes inside and out.
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Like many historic mills in New England , this building carried the weight of decades: peeling paint, dust, grime, and coatings that had long since lost their integrity. Ceilings, brick walls, and wood columns were all hidden beneath layers of paint that dulled the building’s original character. Simply painting over the old surfaces wasn’t an option. To get it ready for renovation, and its next phase of life as modern apartments, the space needed to be stripped back to its bones, restored, and sealed. That’s where our specialized sandblasting services came in. The Process: Sandblasting, Step by Step Sandblasting is as much about precision as it is about power. For this project, we worked floor by floor over three levels, using specialized equipment to remove years of buildup. Protecting the space. Before blasting, we set up containment to control dust and debris, ensuring the process stayed safe and efficient. Stripping surfaces. Using the right abrasive medium and calibrated pressure, we blasted away paint from the ceilings, brick, and wooden support columns. The goal wasn’t to erase history but to reveal it; to uncover the original materials while preserving their integrity. Revealing character. Once stripped, the natural beauty of the brick and timber shone through, showing off the craftsmanship that had been hidden for years. It never gets old!
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In North Kingstown, the kitchen is often the busiest room in the house; part cooking space, part gathering spot, part drop zone for everything from school backpacks to yesterday’s mail. Which also means your cabinets can start to show the battle scars over time: faded finishes, chipped corners, and maybe a mystery stain or two. When that happens, you’re faced with a choice: replace your cabinets entirely or give them a professional paint makeover? Well, when done right, painting can actually transform your kitchen, extend the life of your cabinetry, AND cost far less than a full remodel! (Plus, it spares you from spending weeks reheating dinner in the laundry room). Why Cabinet Painting? Painting your cabinets can give your kitchen a fresh, modern look without the price tag (or demolition dust) of a full remodel. Some of the biggest benefits include: Cost savings: On average, cabinet painting costs 50 to 70% less than full replacement. Less disruption: Most professional cabinet painting projects take 4 to 7 days, and your kitchen stays mostly functional during the process. A full replacement can take 3 to 6 weeks or longer. Eco-friendly: Reusing your existing cabinets can prevent hundreds of pounds of wood, metal, and composite materials from ending up in a landfill. Customization: Choose any color, from crisp whites to bold blues, for a personalized style. Think of it as the difference between buying an entirely new wardrobe or just getting your clothes tailored and dry-cleaned. Both improve your look, but one is a lot gentler on your wallet.
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