Because casual dining areas are so often open to other rooms, neutral colors (see The Hidden Power of Neutrals feature) tend to be the best choice for these spaces. Neutrals blend well with other colors, helping to create a complete, unified look.

Warm neutral colors—like red-toned or yellow-toned neutrals—work especially well in dining rooms. From warm rosy taupes to golden honey beiges, these colors are calm and comforting, creating a very pleasant dining atmosphere.

Open dining areas tend to look best when continued in the color schemes of the rooms that surround them. If cool colors (see The Creative Power of the Color Wheel feature) are used in these rooms, try to use warm accent colors—such as touches of red, orange or yellow—to help stimulate the appetite.


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Dining rooms don't necessarily have to be formal, especially if they're connected to a living room or kitchen, as is common in many contemporary homes.

In these more open and casual dining areas, the decorative style usually follows that of the surrounding environment. Your dining room should look as if it's a natural extension of the rest of your home. For example, putting an ultra-modern dining area into a country-styled home might make the room appear off-balance with the rest of your home.



Tip: Be open-minded. Don't limit yourself to thinking that meals must be restricted to a formal table. A kitchen island, or even a countertop fitted with stools or high-sitting chairs, can also make for a fun dining experience.



Color
Because casual dining areas are so often open to other rooms, neutral colors tend to be the best choice for these spaces. Neutrals blend well with other colors, helping to create a complete, unified look.

Warm neutral colors—like red-toned or yellow-toned neutrals—work especially well in dining rooms. From warm rosy taupes to golden honey beiges, these colors are calm and comforting, creating a very pleasant dining atmosphere.

Open dining areas tend to look best when continued in the color schemes of the rooms that surround them. If cool colors (see The Creative Power of the Color Wheel feature) are used in these rooms, try to use warm accent colors—such as touches of red, orange or yellow—to help stimulate the appetite.

Many choices are available, and a professional painting contractor should be able guide you through the process..


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Dining rooms can range from stately and formal to very relaxed and casual in their décor.

Most often, formal dining areas are in a separate room, while informal dining areas are more commonly out in the open—frequently attached to the living room, family room, or kitchen.

Before decorating the dining area, you should first determine the level of formality you'd like to achieve. This decision will have an enormous impact on the colors you'll choose, and the overall look of the décor.

Be honest with yourself! Most people who have very formal dining rooms use them only occasionally. If you want to use this room on a daily basis, consider decorating it more informally than you would if it were used only on special occasions.
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Painting your home is not just something you can check off a list. It is something you’ll live with everyday. It is a lifestyle choice. Working with a contractor who understands this can make all the difference. Mannion Custom Painting.LLC is one of those contractors. “Remember, painting your home, whether interior or exterior, is a statement about who you are and your personality. Choose colors wisely. Take the surroundings into consideration, but do not be scared to try new things. Remember, it is only paint and it is not permanent. One last thing, choose better quality paints and your project will always come out the way you want it.”

If you select earth tones, the overall feel is warmth, tranquility, peace, and quiet. “In my opinion, bringing these qualities into your living environment, lowers stress and gives a lived-in feeling to the home,” Peter says. “It makes others feel invited and comfortable to be at your home.”

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Painting both the interior and exterior of your home can add much to your property value and the overall attractiveness of your house. One of the ways to really set-off the paint job is through the addition of accentuating trim colors. These accent colors can be used on trim around corners and windows, on shutters, post caps, and on doors. Choosing the right color is the key to completing your look, and some of the following tips will assist you in choosing those colors.

When choosing your color scheme it helps to see it exemplified beforehand, either in a painting brochure or on a neighboring home. Before choosing your paint, become more observant of popular color trends that you encounter in your day-to-day travels. If you notice a color scheme that you like, you can always contact the owner for the colors or try to match it as closely as possible. No matter how sure you are of your selection, it is recommended to paint a test patch to see how your colors tie together before purchasing all of your paint. Some paint stores can even electronically match a color chip if you can obtain it.

When selecting exterior trim colors, try to choose a color that is simply a darker shade in the same spectrum as the base color. If you are going to choose a drastically different color, it is better to use that one more for small accents. An example of this would be if you have a beige house color, a brown trim, and a deep green accent in key areas.

Choosing interior colors is quite simple as white is the most commonly used color. It even can be used in combination with wood. Most interior trim colors are semi-gloss or satin finish. This allows them to stand out from the wall color which is typically a flat finish, unless in a bathroom or kitchen.

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Painting Your House — Increase Your Curb Appeal


Definition of Curb Appeal: the visual attractiveness of a house as seen from the street


Potential home buyers WILL decide whether or not to look inside a house or take it seriously based on its curb appeal. They’ll make a decision if they even want to see it, from how it looks on the outside.


One of the most important things you can do to enhance curb appeal is to make the outside sure the paint looks good and is appealing.


When deciding on what colors to paint your house, keep the following in mind:





Neighborhood Context
Make sure that your colors are compatible with the houses next door

Existing Colors
New paint doesn’t need to match existing colors, but it should harmonize.

Is there mortar or other siding that will not be painted? Do you have brick or stones on parts of the house?

Will doors and railings remain their existing colors?

Accents
Select accent colors for trim and details such as shutters, moldings and columns.

Too many colors will overwhelm your house and too few will make it seem two dimensional.

Dark and Light Colors
Light colors will make your house seem larger.

Lighter tones will highlight details which project from the wall surface.

Dark siding or dark bands of trim will make your house seem smaller

Darker shades are best for accenting recesses,

Harmony and Contrast, and Balance

Contrasting colors will draw attention to architectural details.



Extreme contrasts will clash and actually detract from details.

A burst of a single color on just one part of your home may give it a lopsided appearance.

Strive to balance colors over the entire building.

Durability
The more intense a color, the more likely it is to fade.

Dark colors also pose more maintenance problems.

Dark colors absorb heat and suffer more moisture problems than lighter shades.

Dark paint fades, it’s difficult to touch up.

Sheen
Glossier surfaces show imperfections, brush strokes and touch up marks.

Glossy surfaces are easier to clean.

Preview your Color
Many paint stores and computer programs offer computer imaging to give you an idea of how a particular color will look

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How to Paint your Walls by Mannion Custom Painting, LLC

· The next step is to cut in around the ceiling, baseboards, moldings corners, light switches, sockets and any doors/windows.

· To cut in to the ceiling use a good quality 2.5 to 3 inch brush. Paint along the top of the wall keeping the edge of the brush tight to the ceiling, use firm steady strokes to give yourself a nice straight edge.

· Then turn the brush and go over the paint again with a steady stroke to smooth the previous coat, this time there is no need to get too close to the ceiling but close enough to smooth the paint out.

· You can use this technique to cut in around the horizontal runs of any windows, doors, sockets and light switches.

· To cut in to the baseboards boards use a similar technique holding the brush at a 90 degree angle to the skirting board, then turn the brush and go over the paint again to smooth the coat.

We will continue with the process on our next blog.

Peace
John
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How To Paint Your Walls. By Mannion Custom Painting
1. First remove curtains, shades and pillows and sheets, place them in a closet or out of the room. Paint has a way of finding them! Remove all switch plates and outlet covers. Place all furniture in the center of the room and cover with old sheets or plastic drop cloths.

2. Wash down the wall with TSP or a suitable detergent to remove all dust, smoke stains if applicable. Inspect the wall surfaces for painted over dirt and hair and such. If present take 250 grit sandpaper and sand area. I highly advise wearing a proper mask and open windows to allow fresh air to enter the room.

3. For small cracks use suitable crack filler, for larger cracks and holes use a more suitable filler (see manufacturer's instructions).

4. To check for any loose plaster, tap the wall around any suspect areas and remove any loose flaky plaster.

5. When filling cracks or small holes leave a nice smooth finish, it is better to leave the filled area slightly proud of the surrounding area and then sand down with fine sandpaper until flush.

6. Certain plaster will “flash” if not primed before painting. Shellac base spray is best can be purchased for around $3.

7. Caulk around all woodwork, baseboards, window and door trim and moldings.

On my next blog I will continue discuss the process.

Peace
John

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Mannion Custom Painting: Is One Coat of Paint Enough?

We are asked all the time is one coat of paint enough? Both interior and exterior customers ask the same question. It’s a difficult question to answer because circumstances differ from job to job. We generally recommend that you use two coats of top quality paint. The best time to try for one-coat coverage is when you are painting a darker color over a lighter hue. Apply the first coat and let it dry. If the coverage is acceptable, one will do, if not a second is called for. Most instructions and for warranties to be honored paint manufactures require two coats.

Peace

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Paint Contractor Estimates Interior & Exterior What You Should Know!


Hi there- we will continue with our discussion regarding getting an estimate from a painting contractor. So you scheduled three contractors to give estimates, they have come by your property to look. How do you separate the professionals from the hacks? A professional will almost always supply you with copies of recent references, a copy of certificate of insurance and maybe some photos of recent work. The professional will take the time to carefully go through the project area and take notes as well as ask questions. The professional contractor should explain and make recommendations regarding paint brands and the different finishes. Finishes are very important and should not be taken lightly. The professional should be well versed to talk about light reflection value, color hues and color flow, and make the needed recommendations. If your estimates were lacking any or all of these above-mentioned steps, you better give us a call. It’s your property and money, invest and protect it wisely.
John Mannion



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