Several weeks ago I was at AmericasMart Atlanta for the Gift & Home Furnishings show. In addition to trekking all over the Mart to see what’s new in home décor, I was also there to take some classes through The Decorating & Staging Academy. I first became aware of The DSA several years ago when I was looking for quality training in color for certification. I found them online, went to Charlotte for a few days of training, then came … [Read more...]
Don’t Be Afraid Of a Colorful Front Door
A couple of months ago I got a call from homeowners in Alpharetta requesting an exterior color consultation. They wanted a bit of a change to their current look, but weren't sure which way to go. When I arrived, here is what I saw: In the above photo you are seeing only a portion of the home. It is lovely being quite large and rather rambling, positioned on a golf course. Dave & Joanne were ready to warm up the color palette, but … [Read more...]
Atlanta Color Consultant Doubles as Marriage Counselor
Since this Atlanta color consultant frequently doubles as a marriage counselor, I'm wondering if I should charge extra. Can this marriage be saved? Over the weekend I received an email that went something like this: "Patsy, my neighbor referred you for an exterior color consultation. I need your help to correct the color that's currently on the home. I don't like it and know it's not the best look for our house, but my husband loves the … [Read more...]
Painting Brick – Do You Have the Guts?
Painting brick. Do you have what it takes? Recently I had the privilege of working with yet another wonderful client who needed help with exterior colors. (Being an Atlanta color consultant is so much fun!) This homeowner had just expanded her home and, in the process, realized she couldn't match her existing brick. What was she to do? Paint it, of course! Here is what her home looked like originally: Dunwoody Home - … [Read more...]
Which Paint Finish Does an Atlanta Color Consultant Recommend?
Since becoming a certified Atlanta color consultant, I have done numerous color consultations, both interior and exterior. Clients often ask me, "Patsy, which paint finish should I use?" Great question! Here is a little information on each finish that I hope will help you decide which one is right for you. Flat paint is the thickest. As my good friend Brian (Manager of the Sherwin-Williams store in Duluth) has told me, "The higher the … [Read more...]