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What Longer Days and Warmer Light Reveal About Your Home
The Season Homes Come Back to Life This is the season of backyard cookouts, graduation parties, family visits, and evenings spent outdoors long after the sun should have set. Homeowners want spaces that feel welcoming, clean, vibrant, and ready to...
Your Complete Spring Checklist 2026: From Curb Appeal to Fresh Paint
It’s April—time to break out that spring checklist and get ready for warm weather, fresh air, and outdoor fun! If you take things one step at a time, your chores will be done before you know it, and it will be time to chill and enjoy. Spring is the season of renewal,...
Expert Home Makeovers in the Midlands: Why the Best Results Start with Prep
Expert home makeovers in the Midlands: Why the best results start with prep! We all love a dramatic Before & After. There is something incredibly satisfying about seeing a weathered, dated exterior or a scuffed-up living room transform into a pristine...
What’s Your House Painting IQ? Professional House Painting Tips!
We all know that a fresh coat of paint is the fastest way to transform a home, but a truly flawless finish isn't just about picking a pretty color. Behind every long-lasting project is a complex mix of chemistry, environmental timing, and precision technique. From...
Use Your Tax Refund to Boost Your Home Value
Receiving a tax refund can be exciting, but deciding how to use it is often stressful. What should you do with this unexpected cash? Remember, this is not just a "bonus"—it’s your hard-earned money that Uncle Sam is returning to you. It's important to spend (or save)...
Don’t Get Scammed: 5 Contractor Red Flags in the Midlands
Finding a reliable home service provider in the Midlands of South Carolina shouldn't feel like a gamble. Whether you need an interior painter, a handyman, or any general contractor, it is vital to distinguish between a professional and a "fly-by-night" worker....
Create Your “Staycation” Sanctuary: Why Now is the Best Time to Refresh Your Home
Paint. Relax. Escape. January often feels like the longest month of the year. The holiday decorations are packed away, the skies are gray, and the "post-holiday slump" is in full swing. Most of us are dreaming of a tropical getaway or a quiet mountain retreat, but the...
ColaTown Painting Named a “Best of Lexington 2026” Finalist
You may have already heard that ColaTown Painting was named a "Best of Lexington 2026" finalist... and we are proud! Choosing a painter is about more than just picking a color; it’s about inviting someone into your home to protect your biggest investment. In a...
5 Cost-Effective Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value and How You Benefit
You don't need a huge budget to boost your home's appeal and increase your equity stake. Focus on small, but powerful improvements. While a major renovation or adding new square footage are always an option, those big projects often come with high costs...
Top Color Trends for 2026: Colors of the Year
Welcome the top color trends for 2026 with the Colors of the Year for all the top companies in the paint world. Say goodbye to 2025 because top color trends for 2026 are here in a big way! Get ready to change up that cold, stark look! The color trends for...