Advice

Painting tips and pre-sale advice

Forty years of what works, from getting a home sale-ready to choosing colours and preparing surfaces properly.

Pre-Sale · Selling

Get Your Home Auction Ready: A Maintenance Checklist for Bayside Sellers

A room by room checklist to get your home in top shape before it goes to auction, so buyers walk in and see a property that has been looked after.

Pre-Sale · Colour

Paint Colours That Lift Your Sale Price

The right paint colours make a home feel bigger, brighter and more inviting, and that can add real dollars at auction. Here is how to choose them.

Pre-Sale · Staging

Home Staging Tips for a Faster Sale

Presentation is what draws buyers in and gets them bidding. These staging tips help your Bayside home show at its best from the first open.

How-To · Paint

Acrylic vs Oil Paints: Which One Suits Your Home?

Water based or oil based? The right choice depends on the surface, the finish you want and how you plan to clean up. Here is how they compare.

How-To · Prep

Why Sugar Soap Matters Before You Paint

Sugar soap is the prep step most people skip and later regret. Here are three reasons to wash your walls before the first coat goes on.

How-To · Interior

How to Paint Interior Walls Like a Pro

Painting a room is one of the most rewarding DIY jobs there is. Follow these steps and you will get a clean, even finish that lasts.

Maintenance · Value

Why Fresh Paint Protects Your Home and Its Value

Paint does far more than look good. It shields your home from the weather, lifts its value and even improves how a space feels to live in.