New Video: Pompano Beach Painting, Crown & Base Molding Project

Pompano Beach Paint Crown and Base
Check out our new video online featuring a new video on Pompano Beach Painting, Crown & Base Molding project in the beautiful Golf Course community of Palm Aire located in Pompano Beach, Florida.

The new video features a three bedroom, two and a half bath model condo painted with Crown and Base Molding throughout.

The following colors were used on the walls and the for the Accent walls  the following colors were used in the living room and den.

Model of the condo is the F Unit  in Palm Aire.

The homeowner selected beautiful Benjamin Moore colors for her seasonal Pompano Beach, Florida home.

Take a look and give feedback.

 

 

Happy Valentines Day – Color Picker Captures Hearts

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Happy Valentines Day!!!

It is that time of year again and Love is in the Air….

Benjamin Moore has captured so many hearts with the splendid and helpful color picker. I just could not help smiling when how I saw the splendid color combos that were shown on the Benjamin Moore Facebook page. Clever and whimsical, but it brought the message home loud and clear of how easy the tool is to use.

Benjamin Moore Color capture 3 Raspberry Truffle

How so very appropriate for valentines day using colors and scenes that inspire fun and love.

Check out the lovely color palettes created instantly by the Benjamin Moore color capture tool.

Color Picker - Happy Valentines Day

You can use this versatile handy app to snap a picture of a color inspiration that catches your eye and you can instantly find its match from Benjamin Moore’s extensive color line.

 

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Color Capture 2.7 for iPhone

  • Share your favorite colors on facebook®, twitter® and e-mail.
  • Save your pictures and their coordinating colors to your Favorites.
  • Group colors in Favorites to create personalized combos.
  • Browse through Benjamin Moore’s inspirational color cards.
  • Access our full-spectrum color wheel to search colors.
  • Color Capture tool available for iPod Touch® and iPad®.

 

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Color Capture 1.0 for Android phones

  • Capture inspirational photos and find their matching Benjamin Moore colors.
  • Save your favorite colors and tag notes.
  • Access Benjamin Moore’s full-spectrum color wheel to search colors.

Click on the following link for more on the Benjamin Moore Color Capture App for Android and Iphone

I hope that you have a Happy Valentines Day.

If you are in need of a Professional Pompano Beach Painter for professional Design Advice on colors and options for your home, drop us a line or give us a call.  We will be more than glad to help you in your design project.

 

Behr Paints Portrait of Color Trends 2013

Color Trends for 2013 from Behr Paints does not fail to impress the most discriminating tastes.  The 2013 Color trends collection introduces 20 amazing new original colors. The 2013 color trends also includes four inspiring design styles that will bring a sense of flair and style to any room. The vibrant color palettes help the homeowner put a new spin on an old and dated room.From kitchens, to bathrooms, to living rooms, to bedrooms, to accents and chair rails, every inch of a room’s decor can have a fresh and lively update.

The four decadent color trends and styles that Behr Paints showcases are listed below:

  • Classic Caprice: a formal look with old-world charm and an added spice
  • Color Metric: a combination of cool, modern tones and geometric elements
  • Sweet Jazz: a retro and art deco theme with feminine colors
  • Après Ski: a cozy, woodsy trend complete with lived-in comfort

 

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Luxury for Less: Budget Bathroom Remodel

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Luxury for Less: A Bathroom Remodel on a Budget Can Yield Big Returns

Though most homeowners spend the bulk of their remodeling and decorating budgets on their living rooms and kitchens, bathrooms deserve just as much attention and can be a better return on your investment. A well-designed bathroom can also add significantly to the value of your home – and give you hours of serene relaxation in the mean time. With smart planning and a bit of work, you can keep the costs well within your financial limits. Here are a few tips to on how best to remodel your bathroom on a budget.

Consult with a local realtor
To determine what adjustments would add to the value of your home, ask a local realtor for advice. That way, you can make an informed decision about how much to invest to get the most ROI. Many people expect to double their money with small improvements or improvements in the wrong places. A realtor will give you advice before you make this mistake.

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Interior Paint Color and Your Personality

When homeowners start to renovate, oftentimes the first consideration that comes to mind is paint. The color of the walls and ceiling have a major impact on the overall atmosphere, and can make or break the environment of a room. Don’t make the mistake of buying 10 gallons of paint in a color that gives your room a different, intended effect. Instead, spend some time in the space you intend to paint beforehand. What do you envision in the space? How do you want to feel in the room? Decide how you want to feel in that room, as color will play a major role in setting that mood for you.

There are an endless variety of colors to choose from, each able to evoke a certain emotion or mood. The following are a few examples of the colors available for homeowners, looking to instill their personality into a space:

Red:
Red is a bold color, meant to evoke emotions of passion and excitement. Using this color instills a room with attitude and style, which clearly displays the homeowner’s fiery personality. As a strong color, it may be hard to balance red with other colors. However, lighter, complimentary colors such as white, yellow or gray can tone down the passion that red brings.

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Color Your Home with Love

They Say Home is Where The heart Is… There is no better way of showing how you feel about your home, than to spruce up your home with a few Home Improvement Projects.

The most convenient and least expensive way to show some love is with a professional Interior Paint Job.  Changing the colors of your home can really put you in a fantastic mood and help to create new energy in your home. Check out the Sherwin Williams Concepts in Color – Visualizer for Design Inspiration Ideas.

The Sherwin Williams – Color Visualizer Program does a fabulous job, providing you with a host of ideas and tips on choosing a new color for your home.

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New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home

 

Have you made any New Year's Resolutions for your Home?  Yes, you read it correctly, your home.  Usually this time of year, people make resolutions about weight, health, finding a new job and other personal related things. It is not off the mark to make resolutions for your home for the New Year.

New Year’s resolutions for your home can include things like,

  • Updating your home with a fresh new professional http://www.doncodesigns.com/painting/paint job with colors that reflect your personal style.
  • Giving your kitchen a makeover with a kitchen remodel  that includes new cabinetry, appliances and organization systems that will help inspire you to make healthier culinary delights.
  • Giving your bathroom remodel that long overdue update that includes a new spa tub or spa shower with frameless shower doors;
  • Giving your master bedroom closet that much needed custom closet organizing system so that you can make wardrobe selections at a moment’s notice instead of an hour;
  • Giving your flooring in the home a new facelift with new tile, wood or laminate flooring that makes the space great for entertaining.

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Interior Design Colors for 2012 – Tangerine Tango Tops the List

The 2012 core of the year that has been making headlines and creating a sensational buzz  in the news is Pantone’s 2012 Color of the Year  – "Tangerine Tango" – a vibrant orange-red. I am so energized over this new color for 2012, since Orange happens to be one of my all time favs.  I am overjoyed with ideas for uses in 2012. 

Pantone is not alone in making a color forecast for 2012.  Several major paint companies have done a great job in this area as well, including: BEHR Paints (By Home Depot), Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore. Check out a few highlights from these engaging color forecats below.

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Looking for a Unique Interior Wall Finish? Try Faux Impressions™

Faux Finish metallic-textured Sherwin Williams

Let your walls make a statement with Faux Impressions from Sherwin-William's® specialty finishes collection. Every room will be an original with Faux Impressions™ from Sherwin-Williams®.

The Faux Impressions™ from Sherwin-Williams®. is grouped into four categories:

  • Metallic Impressions
  • Quartz Stone Impressions
  • Artisan Impressions
  • Old World Impressions 

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A Bad Paint Job can Ruin a Great Home Remodel

The decision to do a remodel project in your home is a big one. Since there is a lot of time and effort  involved and expenses, everything should be taken into consideration even the painting. 

A poor paint job can devalue a home. Take for instance your bathroom or kitchen remodel project that can cost thousands of dollars to do everything new. You buy new cabinets, countertops, plumbing fixtures, flooring and appliances. To make the room look complete, you also need to paint the walls and trim. The cost is much less than other items in a home improvement remodel, but it is wise not to skimp on quality.

We hear customers tell us that all painters as equals. Therefore, there should not be a problem with choosing the lowest priced painter. The adage that you get what you pay for always rings true. If you want to have a quality job done by a licensed professional, it takes time to get a quality job. If you choose your painting contractor based on the quality of his work and references, you will save yourself a lot of headaches in the future and will have a beautiful paint job that will last for years.

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