Gone are the days of plain white walls, floral wallpapers, and wood paneling. If you are longing to transform your bleak walls, then there are numerous, exciting paint options to choose from. Not only is there every color imaginable to play with, including metallics, but there are also new finishes as well.

New paint spruces up a drab environment, and texture paint can also aid in hiding minor flaws. Although it can be difficult to choose the right color palette for your room, it can also be a fun experience. Sometimes, it is helpful to browse through your nearby paint store for inspiration; or, grab your camera and simply take a walk. Sometimes, the best ideas come from nature itself. After all, what is lovelier than the soft pastels of spring, the warm tones of summer, or the golden hues of fall? And remember, color is important, but technique is equally so. Here are few techniques to get you started:

• Texture Additives - Add a texture additive or a light texture medium such as sand or aggregate to a standard latex or oil-based paint. Apply with a brush or roller as a sprayer will become clogged.
  
• Stippling- This method is achieved through the use of a special “stipple cover” for your roller, and the roller creates the texture effect. 
• Texture Paint - The Behr company, as well as other paint manufacturers, offers a texture paint line. The paint comes with the texture additives included.
  
• Venetian Plaster - Another intriguing option, this paint is applied with a trowel and comes in several different color palettes.
• Sandwash™ - This look imitates the look of sand and is available in 36 colors. Easy to apply, it is simply rolled on in two coats.Texture painting is only one of the many new wall-covering ideas. Mix it up with faux designs, paintable wallpaper, tiles, or stone veneers.

New paint can be an inexpensive solution to bring fresh life to your home, both inside and out. The nice part is you can always change it again if it goes out of style. Contact one of our certified painting contractors today to receive a free estimate on your refreshing home makeover.

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