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Case Study: Modern interior colours
Someone once said that one of the best investments in your home, especially if you're in the market to sell, is painting. I wonder who that was? After a few years of living in this home, the owners decided it was time to renovate. Yes, they did need a new kitchen,...
Case Study: Bringing a weatherboard in Wallsend back to life.
Looking back at a job like this one in Wallsend, you see just how big the transformation was. It really does make you appreciate the owner's smiles. It's almost unrecognisable from its original state. Not only has the value in this property increased 10 fold, but it's...
Case Study: An amazing colour lift in Valentine Gardens
Valentine Gardens has been established for quite a while now and the residents say they wouldn't live anywhere else. Valentine Gardens has a strong community spirit and unique appearance and style in its residential landscape. The homes are big, bold and beautiful in...
Case Study: Old Valentine residential interior transformation
Sometimes jobs are straight forward, and then you have jobs that require so much prep work they tend to take on a life of their own. To achieve the best residential interior painting on a job like this, you have to put in the labour. The walls were old and worn, the...
Choosing a house painter: What you dont know.
So you've decided to get your house painted but you don't know where to start. Or, you know what you want, but the thought of making the wrong decision on who you choose turns your stomach. I know choosing any tradesman can be daunting, however, have a little faith in...
Simple maintenance tips for extending paint life
When your house has been repainted or maybe your new home has been painted for the first time, you need to ensure it lasts. Extending paint life isn’t as hard as it sounds, especially if you follow a few simple rules. There’s no reason why your paint can’t last up to...
Sheen paint levels. How to make them work for you.
Choosing the right sheen paint levels for each room and surface can make your head spin. The level of sheen you need for each surface will also depend on the room you are painting. The higher the gloss the greater durability so it’s perfect for high traffic areas, and...
Local painters in Lake Macquarie: Why it’s become so important to us.
It goes without saying that family always comes first, but that idealistic work/life balance isn't as easy as it sounds. It's not until your life becomes unbalanced that you realise one side is overweighted. For our family, we really had to take a step back and...