Painting Tips Archives - Matthews Painting
October 19, 2026

Interior Paint Trends for 2026: Finding Colors That Feel Right at Home

Explore the top interior paint color trends for 2026, from warm neutrals and earthy greens to rich, inviting hues. Find inspiration for refreshing your home with colors that feel both current and timeless.
October 2, 2026

How to Move Furniture Without Damaging Your Floors

Learn how to move furniture without damaging floors using the same techniques professional painters use. From choosing the right furniture sliders for hardwood, vinyl, tile, and carpet to safely moving heavy pieces, Matthews’ Painting Company shares simple ways to protect your floors, furniture, and home before painting begins.
September 30, 2026

How to Remove Dried Paint from Trim, Doors, Cabinets, and Carpet

Whether you are tackling a DIY painting project or moving into a home where the previous owner wasn’t as careful as they should have been, finding […]
September 17, 2026

Tools of the Trade: Painting Tools Professional Painters Need for Success

Discover the essential professional painting tools Matthews’ Painting Company uses to ensure safe, efficient work, clean lines, and smooth, high-quality finishes.
February 27, 2026

How to Paint Walls With a Roller – Applying Paint and Maintaining a Wet Edge (Part 2)

Welcome back to our How to Paint Walls With a Roller tutorial series! In Part 1, we covered how to prepare your roller, load it properly, […]
January 27, 2026

How to Paint Walls with a Roller: Proper Setup, Body Position & Prep (Part 1)

At Matthews’ Painting Company, we take time to train every new team member on the professional techniques that set our crew apart. In this first part […]
November 12, 2025

How to Apply Masking Tape Over Outlets and Light Switches Like a Professional Painter

Whether you’re a DIY painter or a professional looking to refine your technique, this step-by-step guide will help you achieve clean, professional results while keeping safety top of mind as you learn how to expertly tape over outlets and light switch covers.
July 16, 2025

How to Test for Lead Paint in Your Home

If your home was built before 1978, there's a chance it may contain lead-based paint. In this post, Matthews’ Painting Company explains how to test for lead, what a positive result means, and the safety steps our team takes to protect your home and family during lead paint removal and repainting projects.
May 19, 2025

Understanding Paint Finishes: Choosing the Perfect Sheen for your Project.

Choosing the right paint color is only part of the equation when starting a painting project. Just as important—but often overlooked—is selecting the proper paint finish. […]