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Siding Paint Update: Outdated Cream to Modern Dark Blue

This customer was tired of the decade-old cream color against her brick. Our exterior painting experts put test colors on the back of her home and then provided her with a digital rendering of what her new darker blue color would look like before we even lifted a brush! Notice how the modern dark blue paint on the body of her…

Painting Vinyl Windows: 5 Common Questions & Answers

There are many reasons why homeowners might consider painting vinyl windows. The number one reason is that they want to change the color without replacing all the windows. While vinyl can be a low-maintenance, energy-efficient window option, you may not be able to find the frames in a specific color, or you may notice the color fading over time.…

4 Simple Tips for Choosing Paint Colors for Your Home – Infographic

Choosing the right paint color for your home can be a difficult task. With the wide variety of paint colors out there, how can you possibly choose? One of the many upsides to working with professional house painters is the free paint color selection services that come with your paint project contract. So, if you’re wondering how to pick…

Columbus Bloggers – The Ultimate Resource Guide 2018

Hello and welcome to the Columbus blogger resource guide! The team at Sharper Impressions Painting loves living in Columbus and all that is has to offer. We’re more than professional painters. We are parents, travelers, foodies, and enjoy getting out and about in our fair city. This is why we’ve decided to bring the best bloggers from around Columbus…

Solid Deck Stain vs Transparent Stain: Which is Best for Your Home?

Learn the differences between solid vs transparent stain to help you choose the right finish and protection for your deck. A well-maintained wood deck can transform the appearance of your outdoor living space. But even if you follow proper wood deck maintenance procedures, wood can still fade and look outdated over time. While you probably already know that you should…

Exterior Paint Color Combinations: Neutral Color Schemes for Any Home

If you’re looking for a quick and cost-efficient way to transform the outer appearance of your home, updating your exterior paint color scheme can be a simple solution. Whether you are looking to sell your house, or simply desire a color update, the following exterior paint color combinations can help you achieve your home improvement goals. Paint Color Considerations When…

Benefits of Painting Stucco: 6 Reasons Why Painting Stucco is a Good Idea

If your home exterior has been finished with stucco coating, you’re in luck! Not only is this long-lasting, durable material attractive, it can also effectively protect your home against the elements. But, just like other types of house siding, the color of your stucco can fade over time. When this happens, you may wonder if you can paint the…

Cabinet Painting Upgrade for Local Doctor’s Office: White Paint on Wood Cabinets

This local doctor's office received cabinet replacement quotes in the $6,000 range. But, while our professional painters were painting their interior walls, the client asked if it was possible to also paint the cabinets. For just $1,000 we got their cabinet painting job done! Notice the difference of the walls and cabinets now! White paint on wood cabinets can…

Modern Exterior House Painting Upgrade: Dark Gray Siding with White Trim

This amazing customer called on us for exterior painting services. First, we digitally-painted their home exterior with new colors so they could choose the perfect shades. We think they made awesome paint color choices with the dark gray siding and white trim! Notice how the timeless white gloss paint really pops on the exterior trim and highlights the white grids…

Exterior Paint Finishes: A Guide to Choosing the Best Paint Sheen for Your Home Exterior

Choosing an exterior paint color for your home is just one part of the paint-selection process. As a homeowner, you want to ensure that your exterior paint withstands harsh weather conditions and UV radiation. While exterior painters will expertly prepare your home for a smooth, long-lasting paint job, your chosen paint finish can either make or break the final…

Kitchen Cabinet Upgrade Roswell: Glossy White Paint on Honey Oak Kitchen Cabinets

This customer recently moved into their new home in Roswell Georgia and didn’t like the dated honey oak kitchen cabinets. We did a free paint color consultation to help them find the perfect paint colors. Our professional interior painters applied a glossy white paint to all the cabinets creating a brighter space. Note the flat black on the island to…

Painting Kitchen Cabinets: Popular Kitchen Cabinet Color Ideas

We spend so much time in our kitchens that it’s only natural to want our most frequented gathering space to reflect our tastes and personalities. While painting the walls is one easy way to refresh your kitchen, painting kitchen cabinets is another simple, cost-effective option for transforming the look and feel of your kitchen quickly. But what is the…

Painting Siding on a House: What Types of Siding Can Be Painted?

Siding painting is an important part of caring for any home. A fresh coat of exterior paint can help improve your home’s appearance and protect siding from weather changes, fading, and moisture. If you begin to notice signs of wear or damage, you may wonder if painting your house siding will help. It’s important to know that most siding…

How Can I Make Exterior Paint Last Longer on My Home?

While properly painting the exterior of your home undoubtedly helps improve curb appeal, it also prevents moisture damage, wood rot, and other wear that can arise during seasonal weather changes. But once your home is painted, you can’t just forget about it and walk away. Upkeep is also critical for ensuring your exterior paint stays intact and your home…

Brilliant Blue Stucco Exterior Painting Project: Before & After

This customer had an original builder stucco that was dated, faded and stained. They wanted a darker tone to the body of their home and to set it apart from the other neighborhood homes. So, they called on our paint color consultant to help them come up with this brilliant blue exterior painting scheme! BEFORE AFTER

Wood Deck Maintenance: Simple Tips to Keep Your Wood Deck Looking New

A well-maintained wood deck can completely elevate your home’s outdoor entertainment space. But without proper care, wood decks will look drab and outdated due to sun exposure, precipitation, debris, and normal wear and tear. The good news is that you can ensure your deck looks beautiful for many years by following these simple wood deck maintenance tips. Be Sure to…

What Color Should I Paint My House? Tips for Choosing Home Exterior Paint Colors

Choosing a new exterior paint color can be a stressful situation for many homeowners. Will your chosen color look as good in the morning light as it does in the afternoon? Will you like the color for many years, or will you tire of it too soon? What will your neighbors think? With these questions stirring in your mind, the…

Garage Door Painting & Wood Replacement Upgrade – White Trim with Darker Panels

This customer's garage doors were faded and beat up. So, our exterior painting team put a bright white paint on the garage door trim and darkened the panels to match the home. See our painter on the roof getting busy? He's up there because this home needed some wood replacement due to rotted wood. Our expert color consultant also stepped in for…

10 Inspiring Interior Design and Home Decor Blogs You Need to Bookmark

Interior painting is an important aspect of transforming a house into a home. But even if your interior painting company uses the perfect paint color on your walls, ceiling, and trim, you may find that something is amiss. If the furnishings, wall art, or shape of the room you want to paint don’t fully complement the interior paint color…