There’s painting the inside walls of your home, and then there’s dressing up that coating with accent paint and faux finishes. Faux painting is taking decorative paint and creating a finish that’s different from the wall itself. A good example of this is a concrete wall being painted to look like wood, or any wall material being painted to appear like another material—such as stone, brick, granite or marble. Faux painting can also change the texture of a plain wall. Ultimately, the goal of faux finish is to transform your home from basic to unique in a relatively simple and... View Article
If you are not familiar with painting interior walls, your first instinct as a homeowner is probably to paint the rooms in your favorite colors. This makes sense, because the colors you choose reflect your personality—but did you know that room color also affects your mood and thoughts? Believe it or not, how color affects a person depends on their gender, age, the climate where they live and even their ethnic background. Certain tones and shades are better received than others, so it’s important to choose the color of your wall paint wisely. Don’t let the latest color trends determine... View Article
One of the toughest parts of decorating a home is coordinating colors. You want a consistent, complementary theme running throughout the home and in each room that incorporates the furniture, walls, fabric, rugs, etc. You may opt for a tried-and-true neutral color scheme or go for something more creative. Of course, the more creative you go, the higher the risk that you’ll have an odd clash you didn’t anticipate. Because of this complexity, Fresh Start Painting Inc. is happy to offer free color consulting as part of our services for interior painting in Pensacola, FL. Here’s how a color consultant... View Article
Summer’s here, and maybe you’ve started to notice that your home could use a new coat of paint. Whether it’s the master bedroom or the exterior, the current coat is fading or peeling and not looking it’s best. You may have decided to roll up your sleeves and take time out of your precious weekends to paint your home. Though it might sound like a fun DIY project, the reality is that painting your home is typically best left up to a professional painting contractor in Pensacola, FL. If you want true quality workmanship that will last for years to... View Article
Are you looking to add a little visual intrigue to a room in your home? If so, you might consider creating an accent wall, depending on how your room is laid out. By having one wall that is either painted a different color or uses different materials than the rest of the room, you’ll create a much stronger visual impact and draw attention to a particular side of the room in a strategic manner. This is a popular method of decoration, and it’s especially common for people to use bold, rich colors in otherwise neutral rooms. To make sure you... View Article
