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Rethink Color!

May 14, 2019 By Rachel Joye

Everyone knows that changing your home’s interior paint colors is the easiest and most cost-effective way to update and upgrade. Over the last few years, neutral choices have become the trend. Muted shades of earth tones such as grays, beiges, and creams, along with calm blues and soft greens are very popular in southeastern N.C. homes. However, after a few years of living with a neutral color scheme, some homeowners may be ready for a little more….well, color!

Interestingly enough this year’s “Color of the Year” chosen by the Pantone Corporation is Radiant Orchid. If you’ve ever stopped to think where paint color choices originate, the Pantone Corporation gets the credit for its matching system. It was developed by a chemist, Lawrence Herbert, in the 1960’s. For over 40 years, the Pantone Color Matching System has been used in the creation of fabrics, paints, and plastics. Knowing that, it is no surprise that the color analysts at Pantone are highly regarded for their trend setting predictions.

Radiant Orchid-2014’s Color of the Year, is described as, “An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.”

See it here.

Now if this choice sounds a bit extreme for your walls, remember that painting doors, window frames, trim, ceilings, bookshelf walls, mantles, stairways and banisters, are several excellent ways to introduce some fresh color into your home.

Although painting is an easy and economical choice, the tough part is choosing colors we can live with. If you are hesitant to make a decision and worried that your paint choice will lack staying power, please schedule an appointment with one of our paint experts. Just call 910-686-3067 to choose a time that works best for you!

Ideas for Interior Painting That Change the Look of a Room

December 18, 2014 By Rachel Joye

It’s pretty common knowledge that a fresh coat of paint can do wonders for a room – and at a minimal cost. In fact, when it comes to home improvement projects, painting probably offers the best bang for your buck.

In this post, we’ll go over a few fairly simple paint projects that can totally transform the look of a room.

1. Accent Wall

Instead of painting all four walls of a room the same exact color, many homeowners and interior designers are incorporating the accent wall. An accent wall is basically just one wall (usually the focal wall, or the wall the eye is first drawn to when you walk in the room) that is painted a different color than the other three walls. Some people choose to make their accent wall a slightly lighter or darker shade than the surrounding walls. Others go bold and choose something completelty different. Whichever path you decide to go, the accent wall will definitely give your room a whole new look and depth without a high cost.

Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing

April 2, 2014 By Rachel Joye

If you have ever looked in to the cost of replacing kitchen cabinets, chances are you experienced a little sticker shock. Even the expense involved in refacing existing cabinets is pricey. Along with labor and materials, there is also the environmentally conscious question about what to do with the old cabinets. Donating them is great, however, removing them and keeping them intact is not always so easy.

Colour Solutions has a simple and cost-effective answer to those considering how to change or update their kitchen cabinets. Depending on the construction materials used in your existing cabinets, we may be able to refinish them or repaint them. Customers are always so surprised to see what a difference these simple and much more cost-effective solutions make.

When the Colour Solutions crew applies fresh paint or stain choices and new hardware is installed, it’s like magic! In fact, this option offers a lot of flexibility with colors and finishes. We are also happy to examine the latest trends with our customers as well, such as pops of color inside cabinet interiors, chalk paint colors, and even stencils.

With a little help from us, you’ll be able to save that cabinet money for spring annuals and new patio furniture! Please give us a call to schedule an appointment for a free estimate: 910-686-3067.

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Create a Cozy Reading Nook in your Home

March 24, 2014 By Rachel Joye

Photo credit – Houzz

When you consider the idea of a reading nook, different images may come to mind. For some, the nook may be in an out of the way corner, surrounded by floor to ceiling book shelves filled with favorite volumes. For another it maybe tucked unexpectedly under a stairway or behind a curtain on a window seat. Having a special place for reading is the ideal way to encourage younger kids to read and allow teens and adults a place to unplug. Even when designating a space as small as a reading nook, the right paint job can have a significant impact.

Certain color choices can evoke feelings of calm that are ideal for anyone wanting to lose themselves in the pages of a good book. Depending on your personal style, the right hues can achieve the desired effect, whether its one of sophistication, whimsy or worldliness.

In creating a reading nook, here are a few points to consider:

Will it accommodate just one person or more?
Is there ample light?
Will there be space to store a few books or will shelves need to be installed?
What will the seating area consist of? …a plump chair, cheery bean bag or overstuffed window seat cushion surrounded by throw pillows?

Regardless of what type of reading nook you’d like, please call the crew at Colour Solutions for all of your design needs. Please note that in addition to painting, carpentry is just another of our many services. A few simple alterations may be all it takes to achieve the effects shown here: www.houzz.com/reading-nook

For more information about our services, please call Colour Solutions at 910-686-3067.

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Paint Those Winter Blues Away and Get a Jump on Spring!

March 4, 2014 By Rachel Joye

The winter weather of 2014 has been tough for much of the country. It’s no secret that millions of us are excitedly counting the days when spring and warmer temps finally come our way. Rather than huddle inside by the fire, why not get ahead and perk up your home with some fresh paint? That way, when those gorgeous days finally do arrive, you’ll be able to enjoy them completely!

Perhaps you’re ready to change the color of your kitchen, family room, or want to redo a bathroom? Dollar for dollar, paint is hands down the most cost effective way to update your home. And what’s even better is that today’s low VOC paints make it easier and safer to tackle indoor painting jobs. Just like with clothing styles, there are new spring collections for paint colors. We’d love to show you what’s new for 2014!

When you schedule an appointment, you can meet with our experienced staff members who will be happy to guide you to choices for your next painting project. Here’s a quick list of some of our most requested winter time projects:

Pressure Washing – It’s the perfect way to prepare a home’s exterior for a fresh springtime paint job.
Garage Floor Coatings – Has this winter destroyed your garage floor? A new coating will make it like new again!
Wallpaper Removal – Are you ready for a new look, but just can not get the old wall paper off the walls? Leave that messy job to us! We also handle drywall repair.
Cabinet Refinishing – If your kitchen or bathroom cabinets are dark and dated, you may be interested in finding out how easy it is to have us refinish them. Simply call one of our team members for an estimate.
Faux Finishes – Are you intrigued by some of the specialty finishes or interesting paint jobs you’ve seen on the home and decorating programs? From faux finishes to the new ombre, we can help!

Spring is truly just around the corner and let’s face it, there is so much more to enjoy when your home is freshly painted and in an excellent state of repair. Find out all the ways we can help you get the most from your spring and summer with a call to Colour Solutions at 910-686-3067.

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