Hardwood Floor Refinishing with Alex of Natural Choice Hardwood Floors
TL;DR Hardwood floor refinishing can dramatically transform older homes, especially in areas like Lakewood, Shaker Heights, and Ohio City. Natural Choice Hardwood Floors refinishes wood floors through a three-step process: sanding and prep, stain or sealant, and three coats of polyurethane. Hardwood floor refinishing costs about $4.00 per square foot, while new hardwood floor installation […]
Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Professional Painting Company
TL;DR Homeowners hiring painters should ask key questions, as understanding prep work, responsibilities, and expectations prevents project delays and poor results. Painting companies ensure quality through prep and staffing, as proper surface prep and experienced employees lead to durable, professional finishes. Project timelines and logistics affect experience, as clear schedules, storage plans, and cleanliness practices […]
Staining or Painting Your Fence
TL;DR Toner coating protects wood and preserves its natural look, typically lasting 3–5 years before reapplication is needed. Semi-transparent stain enhances wood color and durability, lasting 5–7 years while maintaining a natural appearance. Solid stain or paint provides the longest protection (5–9 years) but increases risk of chipping and hides the wood grain. Painting fences […]
2023 Home Decor Color Trends For Your Cleveland, OH Home
Cool tones, especially in shades of gray, have dominated home color trends in the past, thanks to their calming and sophisticated appearance. However, with 2023 in full swing, there has been a noticeable shift toward warmth and comfort. The pandemic has reshaped our lives and placed a greater emphasis on the importance of being comfortable […]
Best Home Painters Near Cleveland
TL;DR Top painting companies in Cleveland include Neubert Painting, Patton Painting, Textbook Painting and Toth Painting, known for residential and commercial services. If you’re looking for a reliable house painter in Cleveland, these companies are among the local options to consider. Neubert Painting has a strong reputation for interior and exterior work with warranty backing. […]
How to Easily Remove Wallpaper in a Few Simple Steps
Wallpaper removal can make some people cringe just by hearing about it. It can be a difficult task if you don’t set yourself up for success from the beginning. Below, I’ll go over some of the different ways you can remove wallpaper, and hopefully, help you pick which method is right for your project.
Award Winning Interior and Exterior Painting
We were lucky enough to be chosen as the interior and exterior house painters for the Thomas Edison Birthplace museum in Milan, OH. The professional painters on the Textbook Painting team were honored to work on such a historic home, and we actually received recognition in a couple of painting magazines as well as […]
5 Basic Steps to Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets
Painting kitchen cabinets can be a frustrating, but sometimes very needed, task. Making sure you have all the right materials before you start can be half the battle. Also, making sure you do things in the correct order can help a lot as well. Here are the 5 basic steps you should follow to try […]
Hiring A Pro Might Be the Way to Go!
How to decide whether to DIY or hire a professional for a paint job. When it comes to completing a large-scale paint job, there’s a lot of deciding factors that can help you determine whether you’re cut out to DIY the job or if hiring a professional is in your best interest. Although you might […]
Removing Wallpaper vs. Painting Over It
If you have wallpaper in your home, chances are it’s outdated. If you’re looking to redesign your interior, there’s a few ways to go about switching up the walls. With wallpaper, you can either remove it or paint over it. Here are some things to consider when making the decision. When to remove wallpaper: In […]
How to Dispose of Unwanted or Leftover Paint
With warmer weather fast approaching, many people will start their Spring cleaning soon. One thing that many people have a hard time dealing with is left over paint. How do you know if you can still use it, or if you should dispose of it? Once you’ve figured that out, then what?
Interior Design Trends: 2018 Edition
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1579748946770{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Are you considering taking on a home renovation in 2018? This may seem like a daunting, and not to mention expensive, task. But before you start looking for new kitchen cabinets and a contractor to knock down a wall, you may want to consider some smaller projects to update and enhance your […]
