by Mychal Diachenko | Sep 1, 2026 | painting techniques, painting tips & lifehacks
Paint does not stick to polyurethane on its own. If your old trim is peeling, this is almost always the reason. So when clients ask us, “Can you paint over polyurethane?” our answer is yes, but only if you sand and prime it first. It’s best to treat polyurethane as a...
by Mychal Diachenko | Jul 31, 2026 | painting tips & lifehacks, wall painting nyc
Most bathroom paints resist moisture, but they don’t actually stop mold. If you’re a New Yorker, you need to understand that gap to be able to pick the best mold resistant paint for bathrooms in NYC apartments. As a rule of thumb, look for a mold-resistant paint...
by Mychal Diachenko | Jun 24, 2026 | painting tips & lifehacks
Choosing the right color to paint your living room may sound easy, until it comes to choosing between beige and grey. One tone can make your living room feel like home, while the other one, distant and lonely. If you want to learn about the top 5 colors to paint your...
by Mychal Diachenko | Mar 31, 2026 | painting tips & lifehacks
Can you paint pressure treated wood? Yes, of course! But it’s the technique that counts. Most often, people rush the job and end up with a project that looks fine for a day, just before it starts sliding. Often, it’s just weeks after getting the perfect...
by Mychal Diachenko | Feb 25, 2026 | painting tips & lifehacks
Most people think a paint job is done just to change the color of the walls. Truth is, that’s just the aesthetic part of the story. Paint protects the drywall. It seals the surface and avoids letting any moisture in. It reflects light, sets the mood, and even...
by Mychal Diachenko | Jan 30, 2026 | painters nyc, painting tips & lifehacks
Before starting a painting project, one of the most common questions New Yorkers ask is, “How much do painters charge per hour in NYC?” And that’s for good reason. It doesn’t matter if you’re refreshing a studio apartment or upgrading a rental unit, painting costs in...
