Why does the paint chip color look different at home or after the wall is painted?
Light makes all the difference! Light reflects differently on the card than it does on your wall. Several variables change the final appearance of paint. Things such as finish, access to natural light, type of light bulb, and even carpet or floor color can make a huge impact.
The following article explains the difference between your paint chip at the store and the finish on your wall. It explains the phenomenon called “metamerism.” – The “M” Word
How does matching lighting and paint color impact the final result in a room?
Lighting dramatically changes color. The natural light from windows and glass doors, for example, will influence the color during the day and change it at night. The color of our bedroom is a light green during the day but has a blue hue in the evening. The following article explains the different types of light and their impact on the color and mood of your room. – Matching Room Color and Lighting
How to pick Interior Paint Colors
The following Sherwin Williams article gives some interesting principles for choosing interior colors and what certain colors communicate. Choosing Interior Colors
How to choose Exterior Paint Colors
Choosing the “right” paint color for the exterior of your house can be a daunting task. The following link will share some Dos and Don’ts of Exterior Color
Your cabinets don’t have to be brand new to look brand new!
For a fraction of the cost of new kitchen cupboards, you can update your current, fully functional units by painting them. I enjoyed transforming these cabinets from a nice, traditional oak stain into a beautiful, modern style fit for the 21st century. Notice how the pictures below completely refresh the kitchen.
Before – Far from unattractive, the existing cabinetry was functional and suited the space well.Before – Prior to our consultation, the client intended to fully replace the cabinetry to refresh their kitchen so it felt brighter and more open.After – No damaged walls or counters, not to mention no costly kitchen downtime.After – A whole new look and feel for a fraction of the cost!
Update your cabinets with GregCheno Painting
Save time and money with a total cabinet refresh! Let us spruce up your interior. Newly painted walls can transform your house without even adjusting the decor. Whether you’re updating your existing house or moving somewhere new, hiring a professional painter can reduce your stress and ensure quality results that last! Don’t take our word for it, visit our references page to see what customers have to say.
Not sure painting your cabinets is the right way to go? Call Greg for a free consultation!
The Frieden’s in Reynolds, IL love a challenge. They bought a home that had been vacant for “years”! They gutted the inside and beautified the outside, which is where I came in. They provided one of my most challenging and rewarding projects: a total home remodel painting. You can see in the pictures below how great a transformation we were able to achieve. There wasn’t much paint left on the house by the time we finished scraping. And I won’t even tell you how many tubes of caulk we used to “glue” it back together.
It wasn’t til about midday that we realized how many people were noticing our work. While taking our lunch break, a neighbor came out and indicated that the house had been in disrepair since she had moved next door – that was in the early 70s. She also told us, “You guys are the talk of the town.”
The most rewarding part of the project was hearing Rob say as he got out of his car in the front of the house, “It is so much better than I thought it would be!”
Home remodel painting, before and after pics:
Reynolds, IL -Front of house, before. A beautiful structure hidden behind years or neglect. There was plenty of old paint to scrape off to make sure the new color went on consistently.Reynolds, IL – Back of house, before. Over the years, as the old paint peeled and cracked, spaces opened up where moisture could get past the siding. Nothing we couldn’t fix with an attentive eye and an endless supply of caulk!Reynolds, IL – Front of house, after. A little landscaping, a lot of paint and voila! No wonder we became the talk of the town!Reynolds, IL – Back of house, after; more than just curb appeal, scraping and repainting transformed the entire house!
