A Kid’s Room Renovation for ScaryMommy

If you have children of your own, you’ll likely agree that parenthood isn’t always easy. Besides all the responsibilities of being a mom or dad, you need to keep them happy. Paintzen recently connected with Jill Smokler, creator and founder of the blog ScaryMommy. Jill created ScaryMommy ten years ago when she felt she was […]

What Is the Best Way to Remove Old Wallpaper?

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While the wallpaper in your master bathroom made somebody happy 50 years ago, it’s not you. Before you start shredding it off in strips, learn the best way to remove old wallpaper without damaging the walls. The Tools You Need to Remove Old Wallpaper Fabric softener Garbage can or bag Hot water Painter’s tape Painter’s […]

Can You Paint Over Wallpaper? Here’s All You Need To Know

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Your new home has a spacious backyard, open floor plan, gorgeous wood floors — and dining room wallpaper circa 1994. But, if removing the wallpaper is a challenge you’re not up to, we have some good news for you. You can paint over wallpaper. By following a few simple rules to prep and prime the […]

How to Stage Your Walls for an Open House

When the weather heats up, so do home sales. That’s great news for buyers — but, as the seller, it also means more competition for you. So, how do you make your home stand out from the crowd? With great staging. Staging — rearranging or removing furniture, adding buyer-friendly paint or wallpaper, and pulling together […]

Your Guide to the Easiest Way to Remove Wallpaper

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Removing wallpaper can be a messy, time-consuming job. With the right expertise, supplies, and time, wallpaper removal can be done well and efficiently. Inspect the Existing Wallpaper Before painting or re-papering, removing the old wallpaper is a must. And the type of wallpaper you have may determine the tools you use or the way you […]

Is Wallpaper Back in Style? Here Are Some Home Wallpaper Updates for Modern Times.

The home design concept of wallpaper dates back to the 1700s and has taken on many different looks over the years. Wallpaper was once a well-accepted standard in nearly every home. But many modern homeowners have lost interest in wallpaper and wonder if it’s gone out of style. Modern wallpaper continues to be an ideal […]

6 Healthy Rooms For Your Mind, Body, & Spirit

For most of us, getting (and staying) healthy is one of our biggest life goals. But daily living can make that tough, so it’s important to find hacks to make it easier. One hack that may not be on your radar? Creating rooms in your home that promote health. From meditation spaces where you find […]

10 Trending Wallpaper Styles

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After years of duck wallpaper borders and teal-and-rose cabbage roses, wallpaper was persona non grata in the design world. But as we started looking back to the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s for design inspiration, it began popping up on the design fringe. Now it’s come full circle, setting trends in colors and patterns that suit […]

Our Favorite Creative Ceiling Paint Ideas

Statement ceilings are a must-watch trend. Painted ceilings can make your home decor feel like new. Paintzen’s professional house painters are skilled in painting or wallpapering residential ceilings. Turn your painted ceiling idea into a reality by getting a free instant quote from Paintzen. Go Classic If you’re a traditionalist who likes to stick with […]