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Betsey Dempsey
Jun 283 min read
How do your house colors make you feel?
It's no secret that color has a profound impact on your mood. Therefore, the colors on the walls of your home are dictating how you feel...
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Betsey Dempsey
Apr 192 min read
Common mistakes people make when choosing paint colors.
Do you feel overwhelmed staring at a wall of paint chips? You're not alone! It's a very complicated task. Before you choose a color,...
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Betsey Dempsey
Mar 122 min read
What color should I paint my trim and doors?
The vast majority of trim and doors I see are painted white or left natural wood. There is nothing wrong with either choice. White gives...
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Betsey Dempsey
Feb 52 min read
BIG updates with a little paint!
When people want to do an upgrade on the cheap, they often think about a fresh coat of paint - on the walls or cabinets. Did you know a...
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Betsey Dempsey
Jan 163 min read
How to paint kitchen cabinets and vanities
Painting your kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities can save you a lot of money over replacing them. There are plenty of tips and tricks...
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Betsey Dempsey
Dec 15, 20232 min read
What color should I paint my kitchen cabinets?
Painting your kitchen cabinets instead of replacing them can save you many thousands of dollars. A fresh, new color will give your...
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Betsey Dempsey
Nov 1, 20232 min read
What do I select first when doing a kitchen or bath renovation?
Renovations can vary from just changing a countertop and adding a fresh coat of paint on the walls, to gutting the entire room and moving...
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Betsey Dempsey
Oct 3, 20233 min read
Do I really need to sample my paint color?
To answer this question, ask yourself another question. "Do I mind repainting if I don't like the color?" If the answer is "yes", then...
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Betsey Dempsey
Sep 8, 20232 min read
How to pick out a countertop.
Countertops are expensive, which also means they are a fairly permanent decision for most of us. Therefore, picking out the right...
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Betsey Dempsey
Aug 9, 20232 min read
I want to sell my house. What color should I paint my walls?
"Dwell vs. Sell" is a term often used in the world of real estate. If you are not planning on selling your house, paint it whatever color...
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Betsey Dempsey
Jul 17, 20232 min read
Why is balance of color so important?
Many people decide they don't like the color of their space and ask me for help selecting a new one. There are times when I take a look...
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Betsey Dempsey
Jun 10, 20231 min read
I have gray and beige in my room. How do I pick a wall color?
I've seen this many times. For example, a room may have beige carpet and gray furniture. How do you pick a wall color to work with both? ...
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Betsey Dempsey
May 5, 20211 min read
What are the trends in paint colors?
That can be a tough question. Some of it depends on where you live. In the northeast, we are seeing colors warming up. As I mentioned...
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Betsey Dempsey
Nov 18, 20201 min read
What color do I paint on the end of the divider wall between rooms?
Sometimes between two rooms there is a partial wall to help visually divide the spaces. At the end of that partial wall is usually a 4-5...
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Betsey Dempsey
Oct 20, 20201 min read
Is it true? "Paint colors always look darker once on the walls."
I hear it all the time: "I know it always looks darker on the walls than on the chip." Not really! When you are looking at a paint chip...
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Betsey Dempsey
Jun 18, 20201 min read
Does an open floor plan need to be one color?
Open floor plans are tricky. They can be one color, but often I can find ways to add another color. You can use a second color to define...
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Betsey Dempsey
Mar 27, 20201 min read
What sheen do I use?
Using the right sheen on your surface can make or break your paint job, even if the color is perfect. When I am asked (frequently) about...
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Betsey Dempsey
Jan 29, 20201 min read
What colors will work for my business?
Choosing colors for a professional space is very different than for your home. Most importantly, will you be the one seeing the colors...
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Betsey Dempsey
Sep 25, 20191 min read
How do I pick exterior colors?
Picking colors for the outside of your house is much trickier (and more costly!) than interior colors. First, consider what elements you...
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Betsey Dempsey
Sep 1, 20191 min read
What do I do with my ugly...
Tub, floor, countertop, you name it. I've seen my share of avocado or pink tubs at clients' homes. (They bring me back to my youth!) If...
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