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3 Tips for Hanging Pictures Without Damaging Drywall

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Artwork, posters, and family photographs help make your space truly your own. However, it’s important to hang items properly to avoid damaging your walls—and the need for drywall repairs. Here are a few tips for hanging pictures in a way that keeps your drywall intact while allowing for a steady and secure connection between the wall and picture frame.

How to Hang Pictures Without Needing Drywall Repair

1. Choose Lightweight Frames

Before hanging, place each frame on a bathroom scale and weigh it. If it’s under 10 pounds, your drywall can likely accommodate it with no issue. Lighter items—those under 5 pounds—can usually be hung with adhesive solutions like strips or mounting tape. Frames between 5 and 10 pounds should hang safely with just strong nails in the drywall.

2. Use Anchors

For items over 10 pounds, the drywall will need some additional supports in place. Anchors are an ideal tool for this purpose. An anchor goes between the nail/screw and the drywall, firmly gripping the wall to create a secure foundation on which the frame can hang. Anchors are made from either plastic or metal and prevent the drywall surface from crumbling.

3. Find the Studs

For a frame over 20 pounds, be sure to install the anchor directly into a wall stud. Studs are the naturally stronger wood elements that support the walls of your home. Locate them by using a stud finder, a device that senses the denser areas of the walls where studs are usually situated.

If you don’t have a stud finder, you can often locate a stud by knocking on the wall. Most of the wall will emit a hollow sound when knocked, but a stud will produce a fuller, more solid sound.

If decorating ends up damaging your walls, contact the drywall repair professionals at BRS Custom Painting. Serving the St. Charles County and St. Louis County areas of Missouri, they offer drywall repairs as well as interior and exterior painting services for homes and businesses. They also provide power washing and wallpaper removal. When you need your home or business to look and function its best, trust this team of experienced experts. Call (636) 219-9749 or visit them online to request a free estimate.

3 Tips for Choosing Paint for Your Kitchen Walls

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Comparing wood samples and paint chips can be one of the most exciting parts of a kitchen remodeling project. Choosing the right color can tie your new tile and other elements together, but the sheer number of options available can make selecting the perfect shade difficult. If you’re planning an interior painting project, below are a few tips for finding the best color for your kitchen.

How Do You Choose a Paint for Your Kitchen?

1. Color

White may be a safe choice and could be the best option if you’re aiming for a streamlined, modern look. However, just the slightest tint of paint can make the rest of your design pop and breathe new life into the room. Grey shades with a warm hue are a popular choice, especially if you’re looking for a neutral color that won’t clash with your counters and fixtures.

2. Undertones

Every color has undertones that can alter the atmosphere of your kitchen. These subtle qualities may not be apparent on small paint chips, so interior painting experts recommend buying a few samples and testing them out on pieces of cardboard. This will give you a better idea of how each shade will look on the wall.

3. Temperature

Orange, yellow, and red colors are considered warm, while blues and purples are generally cool. Recognizing the temperature of different colors will help you choose a shade that evokes the feeling you want. If you’re going for an industrial look, cooler shades may be best. However, warmer tones are generally best with wood cabinets and natural stone countertops.

As the St. Louis area’s premier interior painting contractor, BRS Custom Painting has the skills and experience to completely transform your kitchen. Their friendly team will handle every step of the process, from choosing a color to applying the finishing touches. Visit their website for more on their interior painting services, get expert tips on Twitter, or call (636) 219-9749 to discuss your project with a member of their team.