Best Paint Colors For Kitchen Cabinets And Bathroom Vanities

by TheFlooringGirl | Jul 3, 2018 | Blog, Kitchens, Painting

Most popular shades of paint for cabinets in the kitchen and bathroom Hands down, when it comes to kitchen cabinets, white is the most popular color, and this is followed by closely by gray (as well as greige) and then navy.  Cooler colors are most in style, so will...

13 Dramatic Paint Colors for Powder Rooms to Amaze Your Guests

by TheFlooringGirl | Apr 22, 2018 | Painting

13 Dramatic shades of paint for a stunning powder room Do you love color and drama but afraid to go too wild?  While I generally prefer neutral colors for the main living areas of the home (with pops of color in the accessories to jazz things up), the one place that I...

The best white paint shade for trim and base molding

by TheFlooringGirl | Mar 15, 2018 | Blog, Decorating, Painting

When it comes to painting trim and base molding, which is the whitest white to use? Did you know that both Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams both have over 100 shades of white?  In fact, I think it’s over 150!  Pretty crazy, right?  I know, it makes things...

Best shades of paint for dark hardwood floors

by TheFlooringGirl | Jan 7, 2018 | Blog, Decorating, Painting

Which wall colors go best with dark hardwood flooring? Dark floors are the most popular when it comes to hardwood flooring, so the next logical question my customers ask is, “What are the best paint colors to go with dark woods?”  So, I thought I would...

How to remove cigarette smell and stains from walls

by TheFlooringGirl | Jan 2, 2018 | Blog, Painting

Best way to get rid of cigarette odor from the walls and ceilings while painting Did you just buy a home that smells from cigarette smoke?  Sometimes it’s so bad that it’s hard to breath.  And, those nicotine stains on the walls can almost make you sick to...

How to paint wood paneled walls and shiplap

by TheFlooringGirl | Nov 5, 2017 | Blog, Decorating, Painting

The best way to paint pine, shiplap and wood paneling Do you have dated wood paneling in your home?  Here in Westchester County, we see it all the time – often in dens, family rooms or basements.  And, they are a big turn-off, especially if you plan on selling...