How to Paint Over Old Wood Paneling

Using paint to refresh a wood paneling wall.

Wood-paneled living areas were popular in the 1960s and 70s. Unfortunately, fifty years later, some of that wall paneling has still not been updated. If you don’t want dated wood paneling in your new home, should you remove and replace it, or can you paint over it?  Removal versus painting If the paneling is genuine, […]

Making Sense of Home Siding Selection

Workers installing home siding holding hammer and nail.

When building or renovating a home, you may have to decide what sort of home siding to install on your house’s exterior. There are several types of siding to choose from, each with its pros and cons. Let’s make the best choice for you. What to consider When choosing a siding material, cost is a […]

All Eyes on the Accent Wall

Interior of modern bedroom with cozy double bed against a trendy accent wall.

Rooms come alive when an accent wall commands attention. You can bring the focus to a particular wall with something as simple as a bold paint color or as complex as custom built-in shelving. Whatever your choice, an accent wall will bring character to any room. What is an accent wall? An accent wall is […]

Home Exteriors: Consider Beauty and Durability

Brick, stone, stucco, vinyl — the choices can be overwhelming when building a home from the ground up. What type of look are you trying to achieve? And does that aesthetic appeal meet your budget and hold up to the weather conditions in your neck of the woods? Here are some things to consider before […]