Painting Tips
You’ve just spent money on your exterior paint job and naturally you want it to last as long as possible. To extend exterior paint life on your Brisbane home, consider this: generally in Queensland, exterior paint will begin to fade after about three years, and without proper care, it will need to be repainted…
Did you know that a customer makes a judgment about your retail environment and products in the first 90 seconds? What if I told you that studies have proved up to 90% of this judgment is based on colour? Many researches show that wall colour in retail stores influences a shopper’s buying decision. But wait,…
Thinking of painting a dark wall with a light white or pastel colour? Unfortunately, this can be difficult. Dark wall paint has a tendency to show through lighter paint, and this can alter the tone and hue of your new colour. Patience and proper paint preparation will ensure the lighter paint shows up true to…
When we think about interior design, we usually think about practical and aesthetic properties: whether or not this paint colour matches your couch, or if that dining table ties in with your kitchen cupboards. Rarely do we consider the subconscious impact of interior design and the psychological effects of colour and space. A Little Bit…
Planning a DIY interior painting project? Corners can be tricky, especially for beginners-but with the right technique, you can paint corners like a pro by Brisbane House Painters. At Kraudelt Painting, we’ve helped countless Brisbane homeowners achieve clean, professional results, and in this guide, we share two simple methods to help you do the same.…
If you have a room in your home that is quite dark, don’t give up! Whether the lighting was poorly designed, or the room has minimal access to natural light there are things you can do. Here are our 3 steps to make a dark room feel bright. Step 1: Go for Light Colours on…
After completing a paint job, the last thing you want to see is paint blisters and bubbles. While latex and acrylic paints are most prone to blistering, bubbles can form on all paint types, and on both interior and exterior paint jobs. How Do Paint Blisters Occur? Blistering occurs when the top coat of paint…
Choosing the right paint colours for the interior and exterior of your home is essential. Here are our top 5 common paint colour selection mistakes people make. 1. Choosing a Paint Colour that Perfectly Matches Your Décor Interior paint colour should compliment your favourite objects and existing décor. However, they shouldn’t match perfectly. Matching colours…
When selling, you want your house to look its best. A fresh coat of interior and exterior paint is one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to add value to your home. Interior Paint Adds Value to Your Home Scratched, marked walls and outdated colours can make your home look tired. Freshly painted…
At Kraudelt Painting, our Brisbane painting experts believe that using a primer before you paint is one of the best ways to ensure a high-quality, long-lasting finish. While priming isn’t always required, when used correctly, it can make all the difference. When You Should Use a Primer Priming before you paint isn’t always necessary, although…