Things You Should Know about Interior Painting

Interior painting is not just about painting with your favorite color and doing whatever you want with your walls and ceiling. There are things that you must know about interior home painting. These are important things that you must consider, so take note of them.

Have you heard about color psychology before? If not, then you should know what color psychology means and how important it is to interior painting. Color psychology means that the color has some psychological effects on you. You sometimes notice that some restaurants have red-colored walls, because red has a stimulating and exciting effect, and helps stimulate your appetite. In contrast, green has a relaxing effect, and helps relax your eyes when you are reading or studying. You must know the different effects of each color, and what color to apply for a particular space in your home. Also, the colors should be agreeable to all members of your family.

The #2 thing that you ought to know with regard to interior home painting is the color scheme. Color scheme means that you coordinate the colors of your walls and ceilings with your furniture and curtains. The color of your walls must be a shade lighter than your sofas and curtains. The color of your ceiling must also be lighter than your walls. You might also need a sample of colors when you choose your wall paint.

#3, you have to know what type of paint to buy. There are different types of paint, such as latex, oil-based, acrylic, and enamel. Each paint can be used in particular applications and may not be suitable for other applications. For instance, enamel paint is best for woodwork and wood-finish wall and ceiling, and may not be suitable for concrete-finish. Aside from paint for main coating, you also need a paint thinner and a primer.

4th, before your start painting, you have to know first what type of finish that you want for your walls, whether it is glossy or matte. However, you should not choose whatever finish would interest you without knowing what effect a type of finish can do. For instance, a glossy finish may not be good for a room where reading or watching TV is a major activity, because it causes glare, and therefore, bad for your eyes. For you to avoid some problems, it is better to settle with a matte finish, although you can choose glossy finish on some parts in your home that do not cause glare.

These things can be quite hard to understand, and there are still deeper concepts behind them. That is the problem of your interior designer if you happen to hire one. However, sometimes we want to do it on our own to save money. Also, there are easy ways and tips to design or remodel our home, which are readily available for you on books and on the internet; but then again, you have to exert an extra effort for research, and it seriously takes a lot of time. So, it is up to you to decide whether you would do it all by yourself or hire an expert on this.


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Exterior Home Painting is NOT Interior Home Painting

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It’s one thing to paint the outside of your home… it’s quite another to paint the interior.
Professional Interior Painters are the separation between the “men and the boys”
Here we will go through the step by step process followed by most traditional home contractor painting companies. This list, of course, is just a basic outline and some companies will add steps to this process.
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Interior Home Painting
Painting the interior of a home is a much more delicate process than painting the exterior of a home. Though, most of the steps are the same, the interior process requires a few extra precautions.
Here we will go through the step by step process followed by most traditional home contractor painting companies. This list, of course, is just a basic outline and some companies will add steps to this process; however, if the company you are looking to hire is planning to leave out any of these steps it may be time to look for a new company.

1. Clear The Path
Obviously, when you are painting the inside of any home it is necessary clear a reasonable path so that the painting crew can have sufficient space to do their job. Typically, this requires that all of the furniture is moved to the center of each room.
Once it has been moved to the center of the room, it will then be covered with
Plastic wraps, tarps, or a drop cloth of sorts.
Next, the crew will cover the flooring with drop cloths so as to protect it from paint spillage.

2. Prepare the Surface
This step requires that the home contractor painting crew scan the walls and ceilings. They should fill any cracks or holes, seal any stains, and sand the surface of your walls. This insures that the surface that the paint has a clean and smooth surface to be applied to.

3. Stroke Time!
Now the actual painting begins. The crew will paint as many coats as required to make for a beautiful finish. This, of course, should be to your satisfaction.

4. Have a Look see
Now it is time for the inspection. Both you and the home contractor painting crew leader will navigate your entire home and be sure that you are thoroughly satisfied for the work you paid for.

5. Clean Up The Mess
Now, for the most exhilarating part of the process; clean up! All floor cloths are removed, all materials are excavated, all messes are cleared, and all the furniture is put back in its proper place.

Before Signing Any Paper Work…
Now that you have this information, take it with you in your search for the best team for the job.
My personal suggestion would be to interview the home contractor painting service owner and ask them if they take care of all of these steps. Get a clear idea of what they intend to do and what charges will be incurred for what services.

Make sure that you know exactly where every last dollar of your money is going. If you are working with an honest company, they will have no problem in mapping out this information for you.

In The Meantime
Do a lot of research. Speak with a few different companies. Don’t settle for the cheapest. Settle for the company that you think is going to do a rock star job.
I wish you the best of luck and happy searching!
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Kitchen Remodeling

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Does Your Kitchen Need a Make Over?

Without question, remodeling your kitchen is a daunting task. With the unlimited options in materials and styles, even those who are just starting to think about a remodel can begin to feel overwhelmed. The first step to putting such a project into perspective is doing your research.

The Internet is full of resources that can prepare any homeowner, even before they visit a showroom or speak with a contractor. These resources guide consumers on the search for their perfect kitchen by helping them find their style and showing them what is available.

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Find a Style
With so many design choices available, it may be hard to know what you like until you actually see it. Web videos, like Merillat’s “Kitchen Chronicles” series can help you get an idea of what your dream kitchen might look like. The videos highlight four people with varying needs and demonstrate how their kitchens fit their lifestyles – whether they are using their kitchens for entertaining, family use, organization or to help sell their homes.

Each video highlights solutions specific to the way the kitchen is used. If you’re drawn to a particular kitchen in the videos, you can explore it further by getting detailed information about the products and design ideas used in the space. You’ll find the Web videos and a style quiz at www.merillat.com.

Get Inspired
Browse design and home improvement Web sites and “collect” photos and ideas that inspire you. Many have online portfolios where you can save your favorite photos and make notes. Don’t limit yourself to photos or slideshows of full kitchens. Break your dream kitchen into specific elements whereby you might discover one small piece that can inspire the entire design. Check out lighting, paint, hardware and appliance Web sites as well.

Lay it Out
Many Web sites feature layout tools to help you design your dream kitchen down to the last inch. Look around to find the tool that works best for you as the tools have varying degrees of difficulty and detail.

Go with the Pros
Don’t overlook professional and trade-only Web sites. They often feature the cutting edge in kitchen design. While you may not be able to purchase products directly, if you fall in love with a specific decor element or an entire look, a professional kitchen and bath designer can help make the dream a reality.

Ask a Friend
There are plenty of kitchen and remodeling forums online so feel free to make some new friends. Your fellow forum users can post inspiring photos, offer ideas and, more importantly, give advice on what not to do or which products to avoid.

Do Your Homework
Once you find a product, appliance or brand you like, check out consumer safety and satisfaction Web sites. You may love the look of a certain refrigerator, but if the brand has numerous recalls or other consumers have been dissatisfied with the appliance, you can save yourself time and money by avoiding it.

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Bathroom Remodeling

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Bathroom Remodeling Products Maryland

The Finestra bath in Maryland is a departure from the maker's usual fare: Instead of climbing over, users simply walk right in. It is available with whirlpool jets or an air model, a combination of both, or as a traditional soaking tub. An electronic touchpad, chromatherapy lights, and heating come standard. It measures 60 inches long and 30 or 35 inches from front to back.

WALK RIGHT IN: The Finestra bath is a departure from the maker's usual fare: Instead of climbing over, users simply walk right in. It is available with whirlpool jets or an air model, a combination of both, or as a traditional soaking tub. An electronic touchpad, chromatherapy lights, and heating come standard. It measures 60 inches long and 30 or 35 inches from front to back. Jacuzzi. 800-288-4002. www.jacuzzi.com.

SEAT WARMER: Bidets are not that popular in this country, but manufacturers believe these retrofitted seats might be. The C3 with bidet functionality has heated seats and personal cleansing wands crafted out of antimicrobial material. Two models are available: the series 100 with a side control and the 200 with a remote control. Kohler. 920-457-4441. www.kohler.com.

SOUND OFF: Stereo H2O is an invisible audio system built into a tub. The system consists of an acoustic transducer that is applied to the bath's shell so the entire tub unit becomes a soundboard. It can be specified on most of the company's tubs, including the Antigua freestanding unit shown here. MTI Whirlpools. 800-783-8827. www.mtiwhirlpools.com.

Despite the housing slowdown, size, features, and high-end products in the bath (and the kitchen) are still important to consumers, reports the American Institute of Architects. This means that you can't skimp on the swank.

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Interior Paintings Value To A Business

Painting is vital to the look of any business, as they say first
impressions are lasting impressions. The right look and feel of how your
business is reflected from the inside or outside can leave a lasting
impression on new clients or returning clients. In this regard it is best
to use the services of a professional to get the job done effectively and
efficiently. Before going out and hiring the services of a commercial
painting professional every business owner should consider the following
before hiring the services of one:

*Knowledge: This is a very important aspect to getting what you are
paying for. There are many textures, paint, and styles that a good painter
will know about. A good painter will know what kind of paint to use, when
to use it and how to use it. These things are not to be taken lightly
because you dont what to have to pay for the same job to be done twice.

*Clients: The customer base of a commercial painter will tell you a
little bit about that company and how they are going to perform. Obviously
companies who use these services will go to the best in the industry so a
company's client list will help you understand how well the quality of
work is going to be.

*Professionalism: Is important because the professionalism of a company
will not only be reflected in their quality of work but will also be a
direct reflection of your company because it is a direct reflection of the
type of people you employ. For example, a commercial painting company that
can maintain a clean work environment will directly affect how your
business if viewed by customers and clients.

*Reputation: This is the cornerstone of any business to business
relationship. Finding out whether or not the painting company is worth it.
Reputation and the old adage "my word is my bond" can go along way for a
business to maintain a long lasting customer-client relationship. A good
reputation will go a long way.

*Safety: Painting is by no means a safe profession. There are many
aspects to painting safely such as ladder safety, respirator safety,
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and so on. You must ensure that a
painting company follows all the rules of safety standards.

Painting isn't as simple as taking a paintbrush and slapping some paint
on a wall. It takes meticulous care and a large amount of attention to
detail. Good commercial painting professionals know that painting is an
important job not only to build their reputation, but also to help build
the reputation of the company for whom they are painting.

A good quality paint job is important for businesses because it leaves a
lasting impression on clients or business professionals. Painting should
not be underestimated and only a fully qualified experienced commercial
painter should be hired for such a job.


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BT Martin Contractors specializes in exterior and interior painting all over Montgomery County Maryland as well as custom renovations for both residential and commercial projects. Whatever the project you have in mind, a home addition, new kitchen, new bathroom, fresh paint, basement finishing/renovation, or new deck, you can count on BT Martin Contractors.
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Green Materials Guide: Bethesda Maryland Remodeling

Green Remodeling Materials Guide

Bethesda Maryland Home Remodeling Customers want Green Materials where ever possible. This is the first in a series of articles we found on the topic of remodeling your Maryland home and keeping it eco friendly. I wish I could say I wrote this but I can not, I found it on TreeHugger.com

Your Guide to Materials for Green Home Improvement, Remodeling and Renovation (Slideshow)

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There are few simple choices when it comes to building or renovating a home. From colors to style, location to design, there's an awful lot to consider; part of that consideration is the impact each step will have on the planet. Thankfully, you don't have to settle for materials whose production or use has a big-time negative impact on the planet.
Enter the Green Materials Guide, a new feature over on our sister site, Planet Green. We've put together information and resources on the materials you might need for any home construction, renovation or remodeling job. From the building blocks of a structure, to the system you use to heat and cool it, to the decorations and decor you choose for the walls, the guide is stacked full of green info to help navigate the increasingly busy world of green home improvement; here's a quick peek at everything the guide contains.

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Bethesda Maryland Kitchen Remodeling Counter Tops

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7 Types Of Kitchen Counter Tops

January 21st, 2009


It is very important that you place lots of thought when choosing the surface material for your counter top. This is because the counter top has to undergo lots of punishment over time. Today, there are many materials with both beauty and practicality embedded in them.
Butcher block counter tops are made from hardwoods like maple, red oak and teak and are easy to install and repair. These counter tops get scratched, burned and stained easily and can be sanded and resealed when required. Butcher block has to be treated with mineral oil or beeswax regularly but is not suggested over dishwashers or near a sink as its wood is sensitive to humidity fluctuations.

Concrete can be tinted any color and include stone chips with varying qualities as they can be custom formed using local fabricators. As concrete cuts and chips easily, it has to be sealed. Though topical sealers can resist stains, they are prone to damage from hot pots. Comparatively, concrete counter tops are expensive too.

Ceramic tile counter tops are found in many colors, styles and patterns which can be easily installed by adept do-it-yourselfers. These glazed tiles are resistant to stains, burns and scratches, while repair to these counter tops is easy and cheap. It is possible to tint grouts to match or contrast tiles; however joints may trap crumbs and soak up stains. This is why it is difficult to clean it, even if the grout is sealed. Moreover, tiles get scratched by sharp objects and may chip if hit hard.

Laminates are popular counter top materials as they are available in hundreds of colors and patterns and are reasonable in choice. They are lightweight and easy to install; but has additional edge treatment costs to be borne.

Natural stones like granite and marble are popular counter top materials that resist all forms of physical abuse, nicks, scratches and scorching of hot pans. Of the two, granite is the tougher material while marble is softer and more prone to staining and etching from the acid in cleaners and foods. This is why they both have to be sealed with a protective sealer periodically.

Quartz resembles granite, but is more uniform in appearance. It is a combination of pigments, stone chips and resins and is resistant to heat, abrasion, stains and does not need any sealing. However it cannot withstand impacts.

There are many solid surface materials available today for use on counter tops which are durable but expensive. They are made from polyester and acrylic resins with mineral fillers and are available in various thicknesses. Scratches and nicks cannot be seen easily here while prolonged heat on it can change its color.

The latest trend in counter top materials is stainless steel and is chosen by those looking for integration of counters with pro-style and other stainless steel appliances. They are heat and stain resistant but tend to dent and scratch easily, shows fingerprints and are expensive.

Looking at all these counter top materials, it is left to you to choose the best material for your counter top, based on your budget, other kitchen appliances and the amount of wear and tear it goes through.

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BT Martin Contractors specializes in exterior and interior painting all over Montgomery County Maryland as well as custom renovations for both residential and commercial projects. Whatever the project you have in mind, a home addition, new kitchen, new bathroom, fresh paint, basement finishing/renovation, or new deck, you can count on BT Martin Contractors.
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301 253-1068
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