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Painted Porch Floor and Ceiling in Wilmington NC

June 28, 2012 By

Summertime is here! And what better time to improve the look and value of your outdoor living space? With Colour Solutions’ porch painting services, your porch or patio can get a quick and relatively inexpensive makeover with a few fresh coats of paint.

The pros at Colour Solutions can also offer expert advice when it comes to selecting a paint type and color for your porch’s floor or ceiling. Depending on the material (wood, concrete, etc.) you may need a specific type of paint – and depending on the level of exposure your porch is subjected to, certain colors may work better than others. Let the experts help you find the right paint product for your home’s needs!

Colour Solutions is a team of highly experienced painting and home improvement professionals. Among the many services we offer, painting outdoor porches and patios are a popular choice for homeowners. A fresh coat of floor or ceiling paint can add beauty, value and protection to your outdoor space for years to come.

Call us today to get a quote for your porch painting project! 910-686-3067

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A Wilmington Painting Company and So Much More

June 12, 2012 By

Colour Solutions Painting TeamColour Solutions is a trusted name in residential and commercial painting in Wilmington. But did you know that we offer more than just home and office painting? We specialize in a wide range of home improvement projects and commercial property upgrades. In addition to our popular painting services, we also offer the following…

Pressure Washing – Remove ugly mildew from your home or business property’s siding

Garage Floor Coatings – Add an attractive and protective coating to your garage or workshop floor.

Deck Staining & Painting – Protect your deck with a high quality stain or paint and show it off this summer!

Cabinetry Repair – Fix those chipped, broken or rotted cabinets to give your place a well-maintained look.

Drywall Repair – No one likes doing drywall…except us! Before you worry about painting or crown molding, let us help fix any damaged walls your home may have.

Wallpaper Removal – We happily remove any unwanted, outdated, stained or damaged wallpaper.

Gutter Cleaning – This is one of those time consuming jobs that most homeowners put off. Let us take care of this chore for you, affordably and efficiently!

To see a complete list of our home maintenance services for Wilmington NC and the surrounding area, visit colour-solutions.com/services/ or call us directly at 910-686-3067.

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How Often Do I Need To Paint My House?

June 5, 2012 By

This is a question we are asked a lot. Unfortunately, there is no one answer that is true across the board. The answer depends on several factors, like climate, humidity, sun exposure, color and quality of paint and the material of your home’s exterior (wood, aluminum, painted brick).

Generally speaking, a homeowner should plan on repainting every 5-8 years. Of course this number will vary by home and location, but it will at least give you a rough idea. You may be able to get up to 10 years out of your paint job if you choose a high-grade, extremely weather resistant paint and your home’s exterior is in impeccable shape. Otherwise, it’s best to play it safe and plan on 8 years being the maximum.

Keeping a good coat of paint on your home’s exterior is crucial to maintaining home over time and avoiding expensive repairs down the road. Not only is a fresh coat of paint attractive and beneficial to your home’s overall value, it also acts as a protective barrier, keeping your home safe from exposure to the elements.

Contact Colour Solutions today to receive a free estimate on your next exterior home painting project: (910) 686-3067

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Custom Painting Services, Wilmington NC

May 29, 2012 By

Wilmington NC Custom PaintingEvery painting project we do is custom and unique, but some jobs require a greater level of customization. Faux finishes, built-in shelving, and even some repairs will make your painting project consist of more than just adding a new color to the walls.

In instances where a home’s walls have suffered damage, we may need to do drywall or plaster in order to prep the structure for painting. Other jobs, such as specialty faux finishes or cabinetry refinishing – both of which offer a wide selection of colors and options – will require customization as well.

Here are a few other services that can be customized to your home’s unique needs:

  • Wallpaper Removal
  • Stripping & Refinishing Doors
  • Garage Floor Coatings
  • Fence Cleaning & Painting

If you’re interested in giving your home a fresh new look, contact us today for a free personalized estimate! (910) 686-3067

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Commercial Painting – Unique Needs, Strategies, and Expectations

May 23, 2012 By

Colour Solutions is pleased to offer top quality commercial painting for Wilmington area businesses. We understand that commercial painting jobs have unique needs and require careful planning – that’s why we pride ourselves in taking the time to formulate a painting strategy that will work for everyone involved.

Our strategy will vary according to the following:

  • Type of property (low traffic/offices vs. high traffic/restaurants or shops.
  • Whether the job requires interior or exterior painting (or both).
  • The business’s hours of operation.
  • Level of interruption (we may need to complete project after hours).
  • Any other factors that may affect the project.

Unlike painting a home, commercial painting projects require some extra planning. We at Colour Solutions will be glad to talk with you about your commercial painting goals and strategy. Call us today to schedule a free estimate: (910) 686-3067.

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North Carolina House Painting

May 3, 2012 By

Living in southeastern North Carolina means your home will inevitably be subjected to salt, wind and rain. Although it’s rare along the coast, your home’s exterior could even endure below-freezing temperatures with snow and ice. Therefore, when it comes to choosing a paint product for your home, you’ll want to invest in something that will stand up to the elements.

Here are a few helpful tips when it comes to choosing a paint for your North Carolina home’s exterior:

–> Oil-based paints are more likely to chalk and fade in sunny exposure. If your home is in an area where it gets high amounts of afternoon sun, you may want to consider a latex alternative.
Latex-based paint holds color well, even when exposed to bright sun and heat.

–> According to Realty Time magazine, the most popular exterior paint colors are white, gray, blue, tan/brown, cream, beige, green, yellow and red. White remains the most popular choice of all.

–> Most realtors suggest painting your house a light color or a pale shade of gray. This is because lighter colors make a home seem larger.

–> “Historic” colors are popular in some areas. Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams have been catering to this trend, as seen with colors such as “Williamsburg Blue,” “Queen Anne Pink” or “Yorktowne Green.”

–> Always check with your home owner’s association (if you have one) before choosing a paint color for your home. Some HOAs have restrictions on exterior paint colors, since it can affect the value of other homes in the neighborhood.

–> Depending on your home’s siding material and how exposed it is to the elements, you should consider repainting your home every 5-10 years.

Contact Colour Solutions today for a free estimate and to hear more about home painting trends in North Carolina: 910-686-3067

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Colour Solutions Painting Service Areas in NC

April 26, 2012 By

Colour Solutions offers a variety of residential and commercial services within a wide service area. From interior and exterior painting to deck staining and pressure washing, Colour Solutions can help you transform your home or place of business. But our services don’t stop there. We also offer garage floor coating as well as cabinet painting and repair.

So whether you’re looking to pressure wash your Wilmington home, update cabinets in your Southport store or add a splash of new color to your Leland home interior, Colour Solutions is happy to help!

Colour Solutions proudly serves the following areas in southeastern North Carolina:

New Hanover County
Brunswick County
Pender County
Onslow County
Jacksonville
Southport

If you’re searching for a trusted, locally-based painting company in southeastern North Carolina, call Colour Solutions today at 910-686-3067. We’ll be more than happy to give you a free estimate!

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Faux Painting with Stained Cabinets

April 19, 2012 By

As we all know, a fresh coat of paint can really make a room *pop.* Â But why not take it to the next level with beautiful custom faux finished cabinets from Colour Solutions?

An increasingly popular design trend among residential and even commercial properties, faux finish stained cabinets are created by skilled artisans using only superior quality materials. A great deal of careful planning and preparation goes into making your cabinets look gorgeous – after all, we want to be as proud of them as you are!

If you’re thinking of increasing your home’s resale value with custom stained cabinets, leave it to the experts at Colour Solutions. We also offer custom faux finish interior painting, pressure washing, deck staining and more.

Call today for a free estimate: 910-686-3067

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Choosing A Paint Color

April 9, 2012 By

paint colorGoldenrod honey? Palatial pink? Urban charcoal? Choosing a paint color can be surprisingly tough for many homeowners. When faced with hundreds of choices and hoping to find a tone the whole family will be happy with for years to come, it can be a daunting decision. Here are a few tips to help you choose a color you’ll love:

Get Inspired
Start by flipping through home magazines or browsing decorating sites online to find looks that appeal to you. You can also check out our portfolio on Flickr for more ideas. Try to look for rooms that are similar in style to yours so you can have a good sense of how a particular color will look in your home. Ideally you will find a few colors you like to consider.

Grab Some Swatches
Pick up a number of swatches (the small paper paint color samples) for each of your color options. Find some that are a little lighter, darker, deeper, or brighter than you think you want – you might find that different colors appeal to you at home than do under the florescent lighting of the paint store.

Tape the swatches to the wall in the room you’ll be painting. See how they look in different types of light and at different times of day.

Paint a Sample
Once you’ve narrowed your paint color choices to a few front runners buy small samples of them and paint a large rectangle on the wall. Again, look at it at different times of day to see how lighting changes affect the colors. Hold up artwork and accessories to see how they will work with the colors, and look at it through doorways of other rooms so you make sure you’re happy with how the colors from those rooms stack against your new choices.

When in Doubt Go Lighter
Though bold and bright interiors have become increasingly popular in recent years designers recommend that if you’re not quite sure about a color go one shade lighter (consider the color adjacent to it on a multi color swatch card.) The impact of the color will be much greater on the scale of a room when compared to a small sample.

For a free estimate for your painting project give Wilmington NC painters, Colour Solutions, a call at 910-686-3067 or contact us online today!

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Wilmington NC Decks and Porches – Paint, Stain, or Natural?

April 2, 2012 By

We are often asked by homeowners whether they should have their deck painted, stained, or let the wood weather to a natural color? It largely comes down to personal preference and what looks best with the style of the home.

porch ceilingPaint
When painting a deck or porch generally the paint is matched to the trim color on the rest of the home’s exterior, most often white or an off white or cream color. The porches on historic homes such as the Victorians found in Downtown Wilmington are sometimes painted an array of colors, creating a unique and eye catching look. A classic color choice for porch ceilings in homes of all styles is a pale blue. It’s said to repel bugs and bring the look of the sky to the outdoor space.

Stain
Staining your deck or porch allows you to deepen or darken the color of the wood if you choose, with available shades ranging from lighter pines and oaks to darker chestnuts, cherries, and walnuts. This is a popular choice and can result in a very attractive look.

Natural
deckLeaving the natural color of the wood is also a great look, and is particular popular in coastal homes. Over time new wood will weather to a grey color. Choosing this natural look does not mean that we simply leave your deck or porch exposed to the elements – we would use a transparent finish to protect the wood while allowing its natural beauty to be seen.

Whichever finish you choose for your deck or porch it is important to have it redone every few years. The paint, stain, or coating protects the wood from water, mildew, and sun damage – allowing you to enjoy your home’s outdoor areas for many years to come!

Contact our expert Wilmington NC Painters for help with your deck painting or staining: 910-686-3067.

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