Essential Textured Painting Tips
Textured paints are becoming increasingly popular among homeowners as an alternative to wallpaper. They provide beauty that is hard to match while ensuring good protection against constant changes in temperature. To top it all off, they require very little maintenance, as well. Textured paints are becoming increasingly popular among homeowners as an alternative to wallpaper. […]
How Drywall Gets Damaged
Interior walls should always have a clean and flawless surface. This, however, is not always achievable for those who have drywalls at home. More often than not, drywalls end up damaged due to a number of reasons, some of which are beyond your control. Interior walls should always have a clean and flawless surface. This, […]
Debunking Common Myths About Home Interior Colours
You may have probably heard of some of the rules in choosing the right colour theme for your house, from not combining “incompatible” hues to selecting particular palettes. Sometimes, though, such rules could be a bit restrictive. If you feel that the rules are too exacting for your taste, just remember that there is an […]
Green Apples & Oranges: A Quick Guide to Kitchen Paint Colours
The kitchen is the heart of many modern homes. Of course, we want the space to be warm, cool, and relaxing at the same time. Covering your cook space with certain colours can be tricky, though. But that’s no reason to hold back. We’ve come up with what we think is one of the best […]
Going Old School: Bringing Home the Retro Flair
The world of design often reintroduces a period every 20 years or so. In interior design, this gets even more emphasis. It’s no wonder that many look forward to having a home that features a retro style. This design concept, however, is more than just putting together any random colour combination from the ‘40s to […]
Bedroom Colours & How it Affects Your Sleep
Everybody has had those sleepless nights where the thought of getting a little shut eye is ironically keeping you up. Sometimes, it’s because of the coffee break you took a little too late in the day, too much TV, or maybe it’s because of your neighbours and their party that got extended long after your […]
Keep Calm & Repaint: Find Comfort with Neutral Shades
Every colour has its own personality — from the energetic red hues and lively yellow tones, to the laid-back shades of green. But, if you’re looking for something that instils a sense of calmness and peace in your home, neutral shades make the perfect choice for your interiors. With their cream-coloured tones, these shades will give […]
Creating the Illusion of Space with Colours
Colours hold the key to effective visual design flow. As they set the mood for any kind of setting, choosing the right colour palette is important. More than the ambience they provide, however, colours can create the illusion of space, particularly when used right. Up the Ceiling Low ceilings give an impression of cramped space. […]
The Psychology of Home Colours
Many people often view home painting as a matter of aesthetics — what looks great on the eyes. At Barker-Whittle, our professionals believe that the colours you choose to decorate your home can have a strong effect on you and your family’s psychological well-being. Let’s take a closer look into the psychology of room colours so […]
Unlikely Yet Appealing Colour Combinations
Colour palettes are visually pleasing when you refer to the colour wheel or follow the colour theories religiously. If already know and use the basics, however, it’s fine to break the rules and take some risks. This proposition may seem like a gamble when it comes to painting your home, but that isn’t the case […]
