home improvement

  1. 5 DIY Projects you Should’t Try

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    5 Tasks You Can DIY In The Home But Really Shouldn't There are some projects in the home that shouldn’t be given the DIY treatment for different reasons. Safety is a big issue, and if you are not sure you can complete a project to the highest possible safety standards, then don’t bother starting it, just hire the right kind of help for it. There is a difference between the work of a profession…Read More

  2. Fall Home Improvements

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    Creative Ways To Spice Up Your Interior This Fall There are many ways to spice up the interior of your home for fall. As the summer heat fades away and as the days get colder, people spend more time inside the home. Before you find yourself spending another fall and winter in a boring or outdated home, consider some of these options for spicing up the interior of your home. Paint The easiest and l…Read More

  3. Exterior Painting 102

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    Now that you’ve prepared your house & landscape for painting it’s time to prime. A popular rule of thumb has always been to apply a coat of primer, sand, then apply your color coats. This is a good rule to follow however some newer paints have combined primer and paint into one product, to potentially cut down on the number of coats you will have to apply. Although this newer paint is more…Read More

  4. Exterior Painting 101

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    Whether you’re trying  to sell your home or make it more appealing on the outside, exterior painting can come in handy. When deciding to paint the exterior of your home, plan ahead. Unlike interior painting, understanding mother nature & the proper time of year to paint is key. It’s best to select a dry time of year when there is little rain and especially a lower humidity level. Otherwis…Read More

  5. Painting Wood in South Jersey

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    Not only can you master painting & sprucing up the walls in your home, but you can also learn to be a pro at painting wood. With any job containing wood, you’re going to want to smooth the surface first. Sand the unpainted wood with grit paper that has a number of 150 or higher. If you want to tackle light sanding, use a 120 grit sandpaper. The higher the grit sandpaper, the smoother the woo…Read More

  6. So You Think You Can Paint

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    Learn How the Professional Marlton Painters are doing it So you’ve prepared for your paint job by purchasing the best equipment possible, but are you prepared to use it, and get the best finish possible?  We are here to share the best techniques to make your paint job look like it was done by a pro. The first step in any paint job begins with loading paint onto the brush. You can either retriev…Read More

  7. Painting Prep 102

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    We’ve gone over paint brushes and how the quality and make of a brush impacts the paint job,  but there are other kinds of equipment that can be used to get the job done. First we’ll cover Paint Rollers. Rollers can expedite a paint job & are easier to use than paintbrushes, especially when painting walls, ceilings, and other large, flat areas. They are also excellent for use on tough ext…Read More

  8. Painting Prep 101

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    From choosing the best paints to use, to choosing an appropriate finish, to being aware of VOCs in paint, we’ve made it our mission to educate you on paint and making your home not only a stunning one but a healthy one too. You can’t utilize all of this knowledge without the proper equipment and preparation. When painting you’ll need to apply paint and coatings with high-quality application …Read More

  9. Paints to Avoid

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    Your health is a key consideration when choosing an interior paint for your home. Allowable levels of VOCs, or volatile organic compounds, for paints and products such as aerosol air fresheners, carpets, and furniture have been toughened because VOCs contribute to ozone and smog formation and are linked to respiratory illnesses and memory impairment. Many people may not have heard of low-VOC paint…Read More

  10. Paint Away Mold

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    Find out how to fight mold using paint A home should not only be a happy place but a healthy one. One of the biggest health risks homeowners face that is usually unseen is mold. Mold and mildew are a huge concern for homeowners, as they can be extremely costly to treat, remove and, in some instances, even lead to health risks. Keep your home even healthier by using mold-resistant paints in the o…Read More