BRRR! Well, that didn’t take long. Was it really just a couple of weeks ago I was complaining about the heat? Yes, yes it was. I’m just never happy!
Instead of counting the goosebumps on my arms, I figured I should get a list together of all the things I have to get done before the snow flies. Thankfully the cooler weather is a sufficient motivator for me to tackle a few things–that and the warmth I will generate by getting up, moving around and working around the exterior of my house.
There is something special about a porch in the summer. Check out these pics of inviting porches and patios… Seven’s Paint and Wallpaper carries all of the colors of paint you need to recreate these looks at your house.
It’s back! Seven’s Summer Paint Sale is here again and it look’s like the rain is going to hold off for a few days. Now is the perfect time to stop by your local Seven’s Paint & Wallpaper store to get $5.00 off per gallon on select Benjamin Moore paints and stains.
Check out our new Benjamin Moore Color Displays when you stop in. We love the sleek new design…
Grandville Location 3440 Fairlanes Ave. SW
Kentwood Location 3070 29th St. SE
Oh and don’t forget to take a look at the giant deck at our Grandville Store. They will be adding stain samples to it soon so you can check out the colors in person!
Have a great holiday weekend!!
courtesy of benjaminmoore.com
For those of you ready to tackle your deck staining this summer I have put together a list of necessary items for a successful deck staining experience…
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Normally I am pretty fearless. I do not hesitate to take on any type of paint project. I thought I would look forward to having a deck to stain, I really did. (Our first house didn’t have one)
So when we built our 2nd house a few years ago I was so excited to have a deck to stain. It’s not very big 12 x 16. No stairs. Straight spindles. Pressure treated lumber.
Simple right?
Hope to see you at one of our stores to take advantage of this great deal on Benjamin Moore paint!!
Nothing makes me think of summer more that a colorful arrangement of adirondack chairs.
Speaking of summer, did I hear rumors we may warm up to the 80′s sometime next week?
Check out these colors!
To re-paint your chairs, follow these steps:
Step 1: Clean dirt and debris from chairs with Challenger cleaner and water following the dilution instructions on the bottle.
Step 2: Lightly sand the chair with 150 grit sand paper and remove dust. You may need a scraper for really flaky areas. Use a damp cloth to remove the dust particles.
Step 3: Apply acrylic exterior primer to the chair and let dry. (Ben Moore Fresh Start 023 is a great versatile primer for both inside and outside projects.) You may not have to prime the whole chair unless it was stained previously. You can spot prime if more that 20% bare wood is exposed after sanding and scraping. I like to paint outdoor projects in my garage just in case a random bug or stray grass clipping lands where it shouldn’t. Make sure to put down plastic or a drop cloth first. Dandelion fuzzies, arg!!
Step 4: Apply two coats acrylic exterior paint in the color of your choosing allowing sufficient drying time between coats. (I like the Graham Aqua Borne Exterior Soft Gloss. The resins get nice and hard which means you will get a more durable paint job. Ben Moore Aura Exterior Semi Gloss is nice too, especially for really bright colors–the coverage is fantastic.)
Step 5: Let paint cure for a few days before using. (You could risk marking up the paint job if you use them too quickly and the paint hasn’t hardened enough.)
Step 6: Sit back and enjoy your colorfully painted chairs!!
TIP: Try using mini rollers to cover all of the flat chair surfaces. You can use a brush to cover the hard to roll areas. A 3/16″ nap or 3/8″ nap cover will give the nicest coverage and finish.
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. So why not add a little color and excitement to your home by painting the front door? (all photos are courtesy of flickr and creativecommons.org)
I love the contrast between the blue and terracotta.
Try these colors from Seven’s
Green is such an easy color to love and live with.
Who wouldn’t love a Seaweed green door?
Isn’t this so inviting? Symmetry and shutters are a good thing.
Blue Lapis and Fairview Taupe
A classic look with red, black and white.
Aren’t the black details nice? Try a softer black like Black Jack 2133-20 to provide crispness without being too harsh.
Okay, the wisteria is overwhelmingly beautiful, but so is the door. Two subtle colors lend a sophisticated feel to this entry.
The color palette coordinates with the silvery green plants.
Minimalism at its best. Yellow is striking with earthy neutrals.
Are you this brave? Glimmer and Clinton Brown, very chic.
I hope you are inspired to try some color.
I came across this Irish Blessing and though I would share it with you:
May you have warm words on a cold evening, a full moon on a dark night and a smooth road all the way to your door. (your freshly painted colorful door)
