White is still the rage, but surprising hues are gaining. By Tammy Adamson-McMullen News flash: Painted cabinets will still be on-trend in 2019, but not all of them will be white. While white has dominated the cabinetry in kitchens and baths, more colorful options are on the rise, from pale yellows and greens to mid-range [...]
The Effect of Light on Color
January 18, 2019Pay attention to lighting when choosing paint colors… By Tammy Adamson-McMullen If you’ve ever painted a room in the perfect color only to have it look less than perfect later, the problem may not have been with the paint, your original paint sample or your application. The real culprit could have been your lighting. The [...]
Going Greener in 2019
December 5, 2018The new year can be your greenest yet with so many eco-friendly products. By Tammy Adamson-McMullen If you’re considering a New Year’s resolution to go “greener,” you’ll have a lot of products to support it. This past year has ushered in many more environmentally friendly products in the decorating industry—and many of the already green [...]
Teens Show Their Style
December 5, 2018Decorating a teen’s room is a little bit you, but a whole lot them. By Diane Franklin You may have noticed that the older your kids become, the more they want to show how different they are from Mom and Dad. This is especially true once they hit their teenage years. You like Facebook; they [...]
Presto Change-O
December 5, 2018Here are 10 ideas for transforming living spaces easily and inexpensively By Tammy Adamson-McMullen You might get a little nervous when you think about “decorating,” but decorating doesn’t have to involve large and complex projects. A new area rug here or a window treatment there can breathe new life into a room—and you won’t have [...]
Big Trends for 2019
December 5, 2018Bolder colors, floral flourishes, heightened eco-friendliness and textures all around—these are just a few trends to look for in the coming year. By Diane Franklin It’s almost 2019. Out with the old, in with the new—which means that every decorating choice you made in 2018 is now obsolete, right? No, not at all. Decorating trends [...]
Cozying Up with Paint Color
December 5, 2018It’s winter—time to cozy up! By Tammy Adamson-McMullen Brrrr … baby, it’s cold outside! Time to cozy up with sweaters, coats and other layers. It’s also time to cozy up at home, so grab extra blankets and a throw or two. And don’t forget the paint brush! Did you know that you can cozy up [...]
Holiday Magical Colors
November 2, 2018Bring the colors of the season into your home. By Tammy Adamson-McMullen The holidays are a delight to all of the senses. The smell of pies baking in the oven, the sound of logs crackling on the fire, the taste of turkey and dressing, the feel of woolen mittens, and the bright hues of autumn [...]
Styles to Watch
November 2, 2018As we move into 2019, some very distinctive style trends have emerged. By Tammy Adamson-McMullen The last decade has brought some interesting home design trends, especially where style is concerned. We’ve seen the return of mid-century modern, the evolution of industrial chic and the love affair with the coastal cottage. But as we move into [...]
Tables that Create Oohs and Ahs
November 2, 2018Here are tips for creating holiday table settings, using products from your local paint store. By Tammy Adamson-McMullen It’s a fair bet that more dining tables are formally set between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day than any other time of year. Creating a dazzling table for these occasions can be stressful. This year, let the [...]