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2021 Paint Colour Ideas
Paint Shop has chosen its own 2021 Colour of the Year to reflect Atlantic Canadian tastes and styles – Hale Navy:... (Read more)
Colour of the Year 2021
Get inspired with Benjmamin Moore's Colour of the Year 2021 Agean Teal 2136-40. Visit paintshop.ca to see the entire Colour Trend... (Read more)
Popular Kitchen Cabinet Paint Colours
Are your Oak-a-licious kitchen cabinets stuck in the 90s? No need for an expensive reno. With Advance, you can DIY your way... (Read more)
Brighten Your Basement with These Paint Colours
Whether it’s an apartment, a family room or a ‘man cave’, a shot of colour can brighten your basement living space and... (Read more)
Deck Stain Colour Trends 2020
Summer is almost here and Paint Shop customers have plenty of questions about 2020 deck stain colour... (Read more)
Let the Sun Shine In: Light Control Window Fabric Options
As much as we crave it, direct sunlight is dangerous to our décor, making floors and ... (Read more)
Deck Rescue: Make Old Wood New Again
Firstly, don’t give up on your deck, no matter how dull and grey its gotten ... (Read more)
Deck Stain Tips For Best Results & Least Maintenance
The Paint Shop pros have traded summer secrets and decided on the single most useful piece of advice ... (Read more)
How to Install Laminate Flooring
No glue. No mess. The snap-lock systems of today’s laminate flooring make it an easy one-day or weekend... (Read more)
Laminate Flooring Trends 2020
Every year, the Paint Shop design team gets an up-close preview from flooring suppliers of where the design trends are... (Read more)
7 Ways To Refresh Your Home Without Breaking The Bank
Changing up the look of your home doesn’t need to be expensive. There are several things you can... (Read more)
Using Non-Traditional Holiday Colours in Your Home
This holiday season, step away from the traditional reds and greens and try something new. Maybe something... (Read more)
Pinterest Christmas Kids Crafts
Christmas is a great time for creating memories and spending time with family. You can do both at once by making ornaments... (Read more)
5 Gift Ideas For The DIYer On Your List
We all know that person who always has a project on the go, or the person who would rather build it than... (Read more)
How to Make Your Home Cozy With Colour
Comfort and joy. It’s getting close to that time of the year, but we’re not talking about Christmas... (Read more)
How A Rug Can Add Comfort And Warmth To Your Home
Rugs are wonderful for defining a space and anchoring a room, and something patterned can add that extra layer of color and... (Read more)
Inspired by First Light
The sky lightens, shadows become details, and the world is seen through the rose coloured glasses of dawn’s first light. There is... (Read more)
Colour of the Year 2020
A fresh palette. A revitalized spirit. A soft, rosy hue blooming with potential. Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year 2020 is First Light... (Read more)
Decorator Faves: Kitchen Island Colour Choices
We asked our decorators what colours they see as being solid choices for a kitchen island. Here's what they suggested.... (Read more)
Why Choose Silks Paint?
Learn more about Silks, a durable, quality paint with the ability to hide imperfections while being easy to apply. It also happens... (Read more)
Luxury Vinyl Floors: an Introduction
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) and Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring is made using vinyl and plastics to get the look of real... (Read more)
Caring for and Maintaining Laminate Flooring—A How To
The do's and don'ts for cleaning and maintaining laminate flooring.... (Read more)
Vinyl Siding Safe Colours for Your Home
Choosing vinyl safe colours for your home can be challenging. Luckily we have the know-how to help you get... (Read more)
The Definitive Stain Guide
There are two main factors to consider first when choosing among stain options and opacity: the wood being stained and the whereabouts... (Read more)
Six Tricks for a Glamping Fix
Glamour camping. Is there really such a thing? Yes! All you need are a couple of personal, unexpected touches to customize a... (Read more)
Best Benjamin Moore Paint Colours – Top Reds
Warm, bright and energetic, red is a motivating colour, even known to even stir the appetite. But like a rich desert, too... (Read more)
#TrendAlert: Go Faux With Wood-Look Flooring
Advanced printing techniques can now produce realistic wood grains and textures for a real-wood look with added benefits you won't get from... (Read more)
#TrendAlert: Accent Walls
From playful patterns to all-out glitter, give your space the accent wall of your dreams with these DIY-friendly... (Read more)
#TrendAlert: Jewel Tones
Changing your wall colour is a fast and easy way to update your space and incorporate the latest home and style trends.... (Read more)
Best Benjamin Moore Paint Colours – Top Yellows
Warm, bright and energetic, red is a motivating colour, even known to even stir the appetite. But like a rich desert, too... (Read more)
Colour Inspired Cocktails Your Guests Will Love
Be the host with the most! Ring in the New Year with these festive Benjamin Moore colour-inspired cocktails and keep your party... (Read more)
New Year, New Hue: The Best Colour Trends for 2019
Go bold with Beau Green 2054-20 or fall in love with Head Over Heels AF-250. Explore our favourites from Benjamin Moore's Colour... (Read more)
Fun and Games: Painted Pavement Makes Big Impact
School children at Matthew Elementary in Bonavista, NL love their new playground thanks to some very creative... (Read more)
Think Big: A Whiteboard on Any Surface, in Any Colour
Elementary students at a school in Paradise, NL love their new Notable Dry Erase... (Read more)
Homestyle Holiday: Colours for the Season
'Tis the season to indulge in... colour! From Sugar Cookie 2112-20 to Nutmeg 1227, these colours are sure to evoke memories of... (Read more)
Colour of the Year 2019: Effortlessly Sophisticated “Metropolitan”
Calm, composed and effortlessly sophisticated, Benjamin Moore’s Colour of the Year 2019, Metropolitan AF-690, is a stylish grey with... (Read more)
Measure Up for a Free Blind Quote
Blinds & Shades can be mounted either inside the window frame, or outside. Either way, you will need both... (Read more)
Sparkle & Shine: A Glitter Paint How-To
Rustoleum’s popular glitter paint has finally made it to Canada, and to your local Paint Shop. For a... (Read more)
Outdoor Furniture Makeovers: A How To
There’s nothing quite as welcoming as a deck chair, except that same deck chair in a bright, cheerful colour (with a cold... (Read more)
Kitchen Cabinet Makeovers: A How To
Add a little flavour to your kitchen with a quick lick of Advance Kitchen Cabinet Paint. Advance provides a furniture-like finish for... (Read more)
Better Brush. Better Results. What’s Nylyn?
If you’ve seen one paint brush, you’ve seen them all right? Wrong! It turns out, you can reinvent the wheel, build a... (Read more)
Colour Blocking Techniques with FrogTape
FrogTape is the go-to choice among painters who need a good clean line. Simple and straightforward when you need a clean edge,... (Read more)
Protip Basics: Top 5 Painting Tips
Here are just a few simple steps that will make all the difference for best results and a pain-free paint project. ... (Read more)
Go Faux: Wood Looks for Less
The natural warmth and charm of real wood is hard to beat, but in practical terms, real wood leaves a lot to... (Read more)
Make it Motorized
The automation you enjoy for many at-home conveniences is also available for your... (Read more)
AC Rating: A Laminate’s Durability Score
A laminate is made of many layers, but it’s the ‘wear layer’ at the very top that takes the direct hits, from... (Read more)
Colour of the Year 2018: Confident “Caliente”
Strong, radiant and full of energy, Caliente AF-290 is total confidence. It is pleasing, passionate and makes people feel special, like 'red... (Read more)
Cut the Cord: Operating Options for Blinds & Shades
Custom operating systems are available in most blind and shade styles, for maximum safety and convenience. A cordless lift system means... (Read more)
Roller Rules: Understanding “Fluffiness” For Best Results
For best results, consider the three equal parts of a paint project: Colour, Paint Product and Application. Some argue that application is... (Read more)
Why We Love Sheer Horizontal Shades
The sheer fabric construction of Horizontal Shades means you can enjoy the sunlight... (Read more)
Prime Time – What to Use When
A good primer ensures that your top coat adheres and displays as it should. While many... (Read more)
Staff Picks – Best Exterior Colour Palettes
Bring your whole neighbourhood up a notch with these inspiring choices for siding, trim and door colour, hand selected by our team... (Read more)
Makeover Time? Where to Start
Decorator Rebecca Dart answers customers' most frequently asked question: when (re) decorating, where is the best place to start?... (Read more)
Repaint Vinyl Siding Instead of Replacing It: A How-To
If replacing your vinyl siding has been on your To Do List for a while, this is the tip for you. Forget... (Read more)
Quick Tips to Enhance Your Colour Confidence
Colour has the power to set the tone of a room, influence your mood and visually change the perception of size or... (Read more)
How to Paint with Aura Grand Entrance Door & Trim Paint
Grand Entrance is a rewarding finishing touch for instant impact. Rich colour choices won’t... (Read more)
Top 5 Outdoor Shortcuts & Timesavers
Summer days are so fleeting. Hurry through the projects and into a lawn chair ... (Read more)
Seamless Ceilings with Pro Stretch
Finishing a room with decorative moulding really is worth the extra... (Read more)
Reasons For Regal: Soft, Scrubbable & Touch-up-able
If there was ever a paint to get excited about, Regal is it. Once you’ve tried it, it will be hard to... (Read more)
Benjamin Moore’s Colour of the Year: Shadow 2117-30
Benjamin Moore's 2017 Colour Trends palette is inspired by the ways light and shadow travel throughout a room during the... (Read more)
How to Paint With Aura Interior Paint
Aura is like a fine sports car, with superior performance capabilities that push it miles ahead of the pack. You can achieve... (Read more)
Tips for Hanging Drapery Panels To Maximize Your Windows
Give your windows a little more breathing room by hanging your panels a little taller and a little wider than the window... (Read more)
Blind Shopping or Shopping Blind? A How To
Blinds or shades? Curtains or drapes? What’s the difference? Stop asking yourself the tough questions, and start with the easy... (Read more)
The Front Door: The Neck Tie to Your Home’s Ensemble
One of the easiest ways to achieve instant curb appeal is to add a pop of personality to your front door. Sharon... (Read more)
Sheens Simplified: All You Need to Know in 2 Sentences
A paint’s finish, or sheen, can make all the difference to a finished look and how long it lasts. Sheen is simply... (Read more)
How to Use a Paint Brush and Other Important Brush Business
You need just three things to get through any painting project: good paint, a strong wrist, and a quality applicator. Contrary to... (Read more)
How to Prepare A Room for Painting
We know you’re excited to get started, but before you dig in, take a few minutes to follow these few easy steps.... (Read more)
How to Repair Cracks and Holes in Your Walls
As much as we wish otherwise, painting over cracks and holes won't make them disappear. It might just make them more noticeable... (Read more)
Five Factors to Consider when Choosing a Paint
Choosing the right paint colour is just one half of the planning process. The liquid in the can should be just as... (Read more)
Distress for Success: Furniture Refinishing Techniques
Putting the shabby in “shabby chic” is nearly impossible to mess up. With minimal effort, you can achieve maximum results, and transform... (Read more)
