Products mentioned in this article: UltraSpec Interior Primer SuperKote 3000 PVA Primer 1) Ensure proper lighting is in place and that the interior temperature is above 15°C before painting work commences. For new construction projects, painting work can often begin before the lighting and heat systems have been installed. Proper lighting will make defects in […]
5 tips for priming new drywall Read More »
Messmers UV Plus – coming in Spring 2022! We’re excited to announce that we’ll be adding the Messmers UV Plus line of deck and wood stains to our product lineup! Messmers has a great reputation for easy of application, long-standing durability (especially in Calgary’s climate) and we are responding to requests from our customers who
Messmers UV Plus Deck stains – coming Spring 2022! Read More »
You covered the nursery walls with a soft peach paint. You refinished your fence. You renewed the deep blue colour in your bedroom. You painted your front door a bold hue. Completing the task felt great! Then you notice blisters, cracks and or bubbles. What went wrong? How do you correct it? When the preparation
Common Paint Problems and How to Fix Them (Part 1) Read More »
Your baby is on the way! It’s time to prepare the nursery. Remember that your little one will spend a lot of time sleeping and playing in this room. The colour you choose can affect your baby’s mood, sleep patterns and even how much they eat. It’s a good idea to create a soothing, serene
The Perfect Shade for the Nursery Read More »
Is your fence a fading, weatherbeaten eyesore? Want to improve the curb appeal of your home? You can refresh your worn fence with no more than a sturdy scraper, a paintbrush and quality paint. The following are tips and information to help you renew the structure that guards the perimeter of your property. Selecting
The sun is shining and the days are long. It’s the perfect season to spend more time in your backyard. One way to do this is to tackle those pesky tasks that are part of the up-keep of your home. Does your deck look splintered and faded? Did you just install a new deck that
How to Stain Your Deck Read More »
The paint roller revolutionized how we paint, making the process faster and allowing us to spread paint more evenly than a brush. Small, handheld, compressed-air paint sprayers are now another option. Spraying or rolling, which tool and technique best suit your project? Let’s weigh your options. Using a Roller Pros: Gives you a thicker
Should I Spray or Should I Roll? Read More »
Painting the cabinets is an inexpensive way to refresh your kitchen and increase the value of your home. However, it’s not a job for the faint of heart! This DIY project requires patience, time and attention to detail. There are a number of potential pitfalls that you need to be aware of. The following are
Mistakes to Avoid When Painting Kitchen Cabinets Read More »
You’ve decided to paint a room in your home. You’re excited and a little nervous! Don’t worry! With the right tools, paint and techniques, this renovation task is doable, even for a novice. Before you begin, it’s important to learn the basics. Following is advice to help you create a perfect paint job. Select
The Basics of Painting Read More »
You wake one morning to realize that the dark and once trendy paint colour of your walls no longer suits you. You find the perfect house but the walls are covered in deep blues and rich reds that you abhor. Your adult child finally moves out leaving you with a room covered in grim black.
How to Paint Over a Dark Coloured Wall Read More »
| Phone: | (403) 270-9696 |
| Address: | 321 19 Street NW, Calgary |
| Email: | [email protected] |
