During the holiday weekend, I found myself watching The Bourne Legacy. The movie was entertaining but what caught my eye was this beautiful, old house. The painted hardwoods are exquisite. From a bit of research, I’ve discovered that it was a set modeled after the Dr. Oliver Bronson House in Hudson, NY. I realized that […]

For more than aesthetic reasons, it’s about time to have that outdated acoustic “popcorn” ceiling removed from your home. We all know these ceilings are dust magnets. The constant circle of brushing with a broom to remove dust (and about a billion pieces of popcorn) and then vacuuming said dust and billion pieces of popcorn. […]

We’re honored to have been named a Best of 2013 winner on Kudzu. Your voice truly matters to us and we love to hear from you. If you haven’t already, please take the time to let us know how we’re doing. Nashville – December 10, 2013 – The House Painters were named Best of 2013 Winner […]

Like the great bears of the wild, it is no secret that hibernation is a must when the temperature drops. And although hot chocolate and a warm fire sound intriguing, it is also a great time of the year to start on some interior house painting. When dealing with smaller spaces, lean more towards lighter […]

When you’re preparing your home for the holidays, the last thing you want is a home that’s disorganized or cold. Everything from the way your home smells, to your home decor are things to consider when preparing for company. Think about the last time you actually put in some real work on your home for the […]

With the summer officially gone, exterior house painting might seem a bit tricky. Although it is very doable, there are a few variables that must be taken into account. The obvious one, weather, will have some scratching their heads. Be sure to avoid temperatures below 45 degrees, so that stain and sealer can properly cure. […]

Are you a Wes Anderson fan, because we are at The House Painters. One of our favorite quirks about his films is his use of 70s-influences color palettes. Before seeing Bill Murray’s face, you can tell it’s a Wes Anderson film. Local Nashville graphic designer, Beth Matthews at Beth Matthews Designs has made things a bit easier […]

A distressing amount of our clients hire us to fix a poor painting job done by a less than reputable painting company. It’s heartbreaking to see people spend their money and get a terrible or unfinished painting job in return and then have to hire us to do the job correctly. How it Happens A painting company will […]

Trick or treatin’ time is around the corner and you’ve got a few parties to attend or maybe you are thinking of throwing a party at your place this year. You’re in luck because there are some really fun DIY party decor ideas that will make it worth the hangover. Here’s a list of 5 DIY […]

It’s that time again folks! Each year the Nashville Scene puts out a “Best Of” list for our great city. They have endless categories and all it takes is Nashville locals simply visiting the website to cast their votes. It’s an amazing way to see what are the true favorites of those living in Nashville. […]

Nashville is a great city that stands out above the rest. As music city, we are known for stepping out when it comes to style, but that isn’t just for our clothing choices. With the stars bringing in some of the greatest interior designers, the homes of Nashville are some of the most impressive. They […]

The understanding of color and color theory is the key to good interior decoration. After all color is what transform a block of walls into a desired room. Color theory enables you to make the best out of a room in need of upliftment, by creating an understanding that color can visually increase or decrease […]

We are very excited to introduce one of our newest additions to The House Painters team. Katie, contacted me back in May, with the desire to leave her full time job and explore what it would look like to work along side myself and our professional crew. With her passion for painting and her eye […]

Because it matters in the long run. Yes, a professional service has the expertise on making the right decisions for your painting requirements. A professional painting company that has the experience and is known for it’s work will give you the bang for your buck. Here’s how:- It’s professional This is the most important factor […]

We recently had the privilege of working on what we think is the coolest job yet… a treehouse! This wasn’t just any ordinary treehouse, it’s Brian Kelley’s (half of Florida Georgia Line) treehouse and it was part of a TV series called Treehouse Masters on Animal Planet. Trailer The show stars Pete Nelson, America’s top […]

The worst thing that can happen to your gorgeous kitchen is some ugly paint. Cabinet painting can make all the difference in the beauty of your kitchen. Colors that are too bright can be too much in the morning, and the darker ones can make the start of your day a drab one. The ideas we […]

I remember moving into an old home signing a lead paint disclosure form with the promise that I would not ingest the paint on the walls. I replied with “I’ll try to contain myself” but curiosity hit me and I started to wonder what the harm was in paint before 1978. Here’s what I found: […]

Are you achieving your best sleep? Your bedroom is a place to both relax and unwind. It’s time to begin reworking your bedroom ambiance for good sleep. When resting, it is best to set the scene. Eliminate pesky old mattresses, keep the temperature moderate, avoid loud noise and light. It’s expected that you will need […]

For Nashville, 2015 color trends invite a new way to look at luxury, up cycling, color and craftsmanship. Color can bring the right transformation and energy to warm your space. Using color at home in a decorating scheme can sometimes be a bit of a a challenge. This is why it’s important to select the color that’s […]

Depression is complex. It’s a status of mind which can bring serious altercation with human behavior which ultimately upsets even the harmony of stability, in a broad sense. An uncontrolled state of depression seriously affects all the activities of any individual and brings far reaching biological and metabolic dysfunctions in their daily life. Colors and […]