Marc Poulos | Author | CEO of Marc Poulos Painting and Decorating. Marc Poulos began his real estate and financial services career, but he soon realized that his true passion was beautifying homes. He started working with various small craftsman shops before serving an apprenticeship with the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Chicago. His commitment to excellence won him Top Apprentice from Washburne trade school in Chicago - the country's premier school of its kind.
Whether you plan to repaint a piece of furniture or want to give new life to a wooden accent piece on the wall, there are certain steps that must be taken if you want professional results. One of the most important things you can do for your home is ensure that all improvements are done […]
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If you are a homeowner, you have probably thought more than once about redecorating your kitchen. Indeed, kitchens are one of the most popular rooms in every modern home. Typically, this is not only where food is cooked and prepared, but also where we meet to eat, relax, and socialize. Given how much time we
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Lead was one of the main ingredients in paint up until around the year 1978. So, if your house was constructed before 1979 and has not been remodeled, more than likely there is lead paint present. If you are old enough to remember, lead was also an additive in gasoline until government officials made it
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Many homeowners debate with themselves if they should take on a do-it-yourself home interior painting project or if they should hire a licensed painting contractor to do the work for them. You will obviously need to pay for labor when hiring a painter. The cost of a quality paint job can be worth your while.
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Begin by Decluttering Before you even think about making a list and re-doing your house, clean out all clutter and start getting organized. Make distinctive piles in your house of the stuff that you want to sell, donate or toss. Getting rid of the junk in your own home can significantly improve your outlook of
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Bathroom paint assumes an imperative part in your home. There are numerous painting companies that give a colossal chance for exciting and energizing styles in your washroom. For the most part, paints come in numerous mixes and choices, running from custom, wild, and amusing to calm and direct color plans. Bathroom’s paint wears down more
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There are different reasons why you should paint your home. Painting a home increases its value as well as makes it look more attractive at the end of the day. In addition, it protects the interior surface of the house and hides marks from being seen. However, interior painting can be one of the toughest
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So, you’re a homeowner that has decided to take steps to finish the basement so it can become a usable space. It’s a very rewarding home improvement project, both financially and functionally. Follow this quick checklist before starting the project. Sturdy Flooring Cheap flooring in a basement is a disaster waiting to happen. If the
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Have you been feeling stressed, tired, cranky, or just in a gloomy mood all the time? This may be a good time to look at your home and all the sources of natural lighting. It has been proven that people act and feel better when their home has enough natural lighting. Even in those rooms
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We’ve put together a list of some the top fails most do-it-yourself painters experience when attempting a big painting project by themselves. Lead Poisoning Let’s discuss lead-based paint. There are special laws and rules when disposing of lead paint that was established by the Environmental Protection Agency. If your house was built before 1979, it
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