Weekend Entryway Refresh
Manor Works Painting Refresh Tip! Looking for a great way to change up your entry way. Paint is the easiest way to refresh your home. You can paint the inside of your front door, giving your space a nice pop of color.
Projects
Funky Interior Stripes Painted in Loudoun County Home
Our talented Manor Works Painting team recently finished a fun, asymmetrical, striping in a sitting area. Our team believes interior paint color reflects your personality. It is a wonderful way to make your home feel custom. Creativity can be achieved with accent walls, tinted ceilings and colored trim. Another wonderful way to bring creativity to your walls is with striping. Read below and see our process. Creative process: Our talented foreman got to work closely with our artistic client. Working alongside Allison Shortmeyer interiors, they came up with the perfect, unique design. Allison helped choose the perfect contrast for our striping: Benjamin Moore Silver Mist 1619 as background color and Benjamin Moore Wescott Navy 1624 for stripes. Benjamin Moore Simply White was used for the ceiling, trim and doors. Painting Preparation: Preparation is key to a great paint job. Our painters carefully moved furniture, covered the floors with plastic, sanded and prepped walls. All nail pops are taken care of at this point as well as any cracks. You do not want wall imperfections to distract from your carefully chosen paint color and design. Paint Choice Our team used Regal Benjamin Moore paint. This paint is very high in quality. Regal Paint is available in five finishes, including flat, eggshell, pearl, matte and semi-gloss, as well as a full spectrum of colors. Our Manor Works project used Matte on the walls. The trim was painted in a Regal semi gloss finish. Our paint was purchased from our local store Evolution Paint in Ashburn Virginia. Once the Benjamin Moore Silver Mist background color was painted and dry the fun began. Precise measurements were taken for the striped design. The stripes were taped off on an angle to create a visual drama. Two coats of the Wescott Navy paint were carefully applied. The tape was removed, angling away from the freshly painted area. The end result… a unique room that looks like a funky piece of art. photo credit: katyhayesphotography
Manor Works Holiday Home Transformation
The most wonderful time of the year Before you know it you’ll be having guests visiting for Thanksgiving, and in-laws knocking at your door. Don’t spend another season stressing over the state of your home. Let Manor Works help you find the best way to transform your home for the holidays! There are plenty of simple, cost-effective ways you can upgrade your home for the holidays. We offer interior painting services, complimentary color consultations, carpentry work, & holiday lighting. Our excellent Manor Works team can help you avoid entertaining anxiety so you can rediscover the joy of the holiday season. Here’s how to get your home ready for company. Brighten up your space It may sound simple, but a fresh coat of paint can work wonders to transform any room in your home. A newly-painted interior not only modernizes older styles, but can also instantly brighten up a room. The key is making the right color choice. Our professional color consultants will help you choose the right colors that compliment the lighting, angles and size of each room in your home! We will help you choose the perfect colors, prep and paint so you can just sit back and enjoy the holidays stress-free! We can save you from DIY painting disasters like splatters or spills on your furniture or hardwood floors. Carpentry details Your Christmas tree doesn’t have to be the only fresh wood in your house this season. For example, carpentry features like coffered ceilings, crown molding, wainscoting, chair rail molding and shadow boxes can dramatically change the appearance of any room. It can even impress the in-laws. The beautiful carpentry done by our full-time carpenters is a simple yet elegant update that will revitalize any room in your house in time for your holiday feast. Merry and bright Twinkly lights are what make the holidays feel truly magical. There isn’t enough time in the day to get on the roof and string up hundreds of lights. That’s where Manor Works come in with our Christmas Décor services. We’ll design and install a stunning light display for your property. You can even add a few extra accents, like wreaths or garland, to finish off that picture-perfect winter wonderland. When the season draws to a close, we’ll provide timely removal so that you can start the new year with a clean slate—and yard. Don’t delay… call today 703-339-6800.
2018 in Review
Thankful for 2018 As 2018 winds down we are reflecting on this amazing ride! Despite record breaking rain we were able to complete our work through this wild weather. That is a big WOW! We are so thankful for our amazing crews that really love what they do. We are able to provide a quality service because of their care and attention to detail. We worked with many loyal repeat customers, met wonderful new customers, and completed a beautiful restoration project in old Town Alexandria. We are grateful for your support of our small business. Amazing moments in 2018! We were humbled by our awards this year. We are grateful for our loyal customers who took the time to nominate us for the following: best painting company for the Best of Loudoun 2018 best painting company, Loudoun Favorites 2018 best of Houzz 2018 Service Award Angie’s List Super Service Award Best of Suburbia Posh Magazine Finalist Victor received the Loudoun County 40 under 40 award HIGHLIGHTS: In 2018 Manor Works ran a 5k, we joined the chamber of commerce and attended the Virginia Women’s Business Conference! We have new, wonderful relationships with other small business owners! Our main 2018 goal, give back This year we were able to sponsor incredible events through our community and church like P4C Golf tournament, team sponsorships, and other sponsorships. We are committed to continue to work within our community in 2019. This is such a wonderful part of being a small business and it is what drives us. Thank you so much to the customers of 2018. It’s been a pleasure working with you. Wishing you a blessed 2019. Manor Works Painting
Why do my walls scuff?
Dreaded Wall Scuffs Few things transform the interior of a home like a fresh coat of paint. Everything looks clean and fresh, crisp and uniform. Unfortunately, scuff marks can appear and accumulate at a surprising rate, especially in high-traffic rooms. There are two ways that you can leave a hideous wall scuff. When brushing up against a wall with shoes or a piece of carried furniture, the item leaves a residue behind. Paint sheens vary in their ability to withstand cleaning; high quality paint, glossier paints and oil-based paints have a higher scrub resistance, meaning that residue left by a scuff can usually be cleaned off. The second kind of scuff mark is not a result of color transfer from the moving object; rather, it is damage to the actual paint film. Even if paint is not actually scraped away or scratched off, the color can be harmed by abrasion, especially on low-sheen finishes such as flat and matte. The problem is that low-sheen finishes contain microscopic hairs which stand on end and absorb light so that the surface does not reflect. When an object bumps or abrades the wall with enough force, these tiny hairs are broken or flattened. When this occurs, more light is reflected from the affected areas, causing a visibly discolored spot or a scuff-mark. This is very common with builders grade, flat paint. Repaint with a high quality product If your walls are looking beat-up or have damaged spots, repainting with high quality paint is the best course of action. It will last longer and will withstand traffic, cleaning, and touch ups. We stand behind Benjamin Moore and Sherwin William paints and can recommend the right finish/product line for your home. If you live in northern Virginia, suburban Maryland, or the DC Metropolitan area, Manor Works is a great choice for your repair and repainting needs. Call us to schedule an estimate or to consult with us about painting for your DC area home, 703-339-6800. www.manorworks.com/
What is a Manor Works Color Consultation?
Why should I hire Manor Works for my interior project? There are many answers to that question, but one of the biggest reasons customers cite is our complimentary color consultation service. Our customers know they are going to get a high quality paint job. What our customers want is someone who can come in and advise them on how to redesign their home. They often know what they want but they don’t know how to get there. Sometimes an owner is hesitant to choose color. They fear color will hurt their resale ability. Nothing could be further from the truth. While the “wrong” colors can reduce the attractiveness of a home, professionally chosen and applied colors will enhance the architectural features. Instead of a color like “builders white” which will hide features like crown molding, the right combination of colors will enhance the positives that naturally exist in a home. The perfect professionally designed palette can take a paint job from a simple refresh to a home transformation. Our Complimentary Color Consultations We have partnered with award winning interior designers as well as a professional Sherwin Williams color specialist to bring you the very best color consultation experience. #allisonshortmeyerinterios #amandavanroyinteriors #sherwinwilliams Our color consultants have extensive experience working with both Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams paints. We take furnishings, decor and lighting into consideration. The emphasis is how the right colors can transform a home into a showcase. The right colors are the most cost effective way to immediately change the look and value of your home. Manor Works color consultants will help you narrow down the thousands of color choices into the color that will work for you. You will feel confident in your choice! You will love your home transformation after Manor Works has completed our high quality paint job. Call today 703-339-6800 to book your free estimate. You can also book online https://manorworks.com/schedule-an-estimate/
Why is my exterior paint failing so soon?
There are many reasons that paint can fail sooner than expected, but the main causes of premature paint failure fall into two categories: environmental factors and quality of paint job. Because the environmental dynamics are outside of our control, the emphasis needs to be on giving your house top-quality care to ensure the longevity of a paint job. While humans have been known to damage the environment, it is not usually a one-sided battle: the forces of nature can wear down and destroy almost anything we make, including paint. Precipitation, ultraviolet rays and temperature change are the slow-destroyers of a home’s beauty. Rain, freezing rain and sleet can wear down a paint finish prematurely, leaving it dulled and less protected. UV rays from the sun can cause a paint film to break down, resulting in chalking. The more direct sunlight a surface receives, the more likely the paint will fail prematurely. Even if the paint does not chalk, ultraviolet light will cause the paint to fade. Typically, darker colors appear to fade sooner than lighter colors. Temperature change is the most harmful force against paint. At high temperatures the paint film expands, as well as the surface beneath it. At low temperatures the opposite happens. Often the paint and the subsurface expand and contract at different rates, causing stress in the finish. At first this will appear in hairline cracks. These small fractures will eventually become larger, causing the paint film to lift away from the subsurface, bubbling, flaking, and peeling off in sheets. A quality paint job will last much longer than a budget job. Insufficient surface preparation will mean that paint does not adhere and cover as required, and it is likely to peel off long before it should. Even future layers of paint can be damaged by this, and these poorly applied coats will continue to fail. Also, some types of water-based paints cannot be applied over oil-based products, and this could also cause premature failure. Product choice can also affect paint longevity. Oil-based products are used for their hard finish, but this quality also makes the more brittle. While latex and acrylic products will stretch and flex like a rubber band, oil-based products will develop hairline cracks that grow with time. Also, the cost of a paint is a significant consideration in its life-expectancy. 85% of the cost of a gallon of paint is for the raw materials used. Expensive paints contain more high-quality ingredients, raising the cost but increasing the long-term value with a longer life. Cheaper paints will require more coats to obtain good color coverage, and they will also fail sooner. A final aspect of paint endurance is the number of coats. One coat will sometimes look sufficient when it is applied, but it is not likely to last as it should. Two coats will usually look much better, and will always last longer. It is important to remember that short term savings often lead to much bigger (and more expensive) problems. If the paint on your home is failing sooner than it ought, it is a good idea to hire a painting contractor that can diagnose the cause of the problem and will do a thorough job correcting it. This will ensure that your next paint job, and all those afterwards, will shine like it should. In suburban Maryland and northern Virginia, Manor Works is the contractor to contact for a paint job that excels in elegance and permanence. Check out our quality exterior work, https://manorworks.com/services/exterior-painting/ Schedule your free estimate today! https://manorworks.com/schedule-an-estimate/
How long should my exterior paint job last?
Everyone knows the phrase, “Nothing lasts forever.” Styles change, colors fade, technology becomes obsolete, and things wear out.
Three Ways to Spruce up Your Home for the Holidays
Manor Works can help you find the best way to transform your home for the holidays. We offer interior painting services, complimentary color consultations, carpentry work, & holiday lighting. Our excellent customer service can help you avoid entertaining anxiety and rediscover the joy of the holiday season. Holiday Hustle It’s that time of year when guests come calling, carolers come caroling, and in-laws come knocking. With all that sudden attention, you’ll probably start worrying about whether or not your house is in shape for visitors. So, if tidying and deep-cleaning just won’t cut it this year, there are plenty of simple, cost-effective ways you can upgrade your home for the holidays. We at Manor Works can help. Here’s how to get your home ready for company. Add a splash of color with our complimentary color consult It may sound simple, but a fresh coat of paint can work wonders to transform your space. A newly-painted interior not only modernizes older styles, but can also instantly brighten up a room. The key is making the right color choice. You’ll need to consider your overall design when tackling an interior painting project, and every room requires a different approach. You could go with a bright pop of color, or a comforting neutral shade. A warm gray could look great in a formal dining room for Thanksgiving dinner, and a soft white can make your living room even cozier on Christmas Eve. If you’re having trouble settling on a color, give Manor Works a call. We provide complimentary color consultations on all jobs. Then, we’ll efficiently and professionally paint your rooms, without disrupting your daily life during the busiest season of the year. We can also save you from DIY painting disasters like splatters or spills on your prized china cabinet or shiny hardwood floors. Spruce up your interior design Your Christmas tree doesn’t need to be the only fresh wood in your house this season. Carpentry features like coffered ceilings and custom crown molding can dramatically change the appearance of any room, and it’ll even impress the in-laws. Our carpentry services, which range from sanding and patching to damage repair, are the perfect way to bring that old dining room into the modern era just in time for your holiday feast. The restorative work done by our full-time carpenters is a simple fix that will revitalize any room in your house. So, consider decking your halls with crown molding before hanging the mistletoe, or restoring the detail around your hearth to surprise Santa. Make it merry and bright Twinkly lights and festive decorations are what make the holidays feel truly magical. But with so many obligations during this busy time, there isn’t always enough time to get on the roof and string up hundreds of lights. Plus, wrestling with a knot of green wiring could even suck the holiday cheer out of Elf himself. That’s where we at Manor Works come in, with our Christmas Décor services. We’ll put our expert untangling skills to the test and install a stunning light display for your property. All you need to do is add a few extra accents, like wreaths or ribbons, to finish off that picture-perfect winter wonderland. Of course, there can be too much of a good thing—no one needs a 30-foot inflatable Santa. When the season draws to a close and those decorations have outstayed their welcome, we’ll provide timely removal so that you can start the new year with a clean slate—and yard.
Would a coffered ceiling look good in my room?
What is it that sets apart a beautiful home from an exquisite home? Attention to detail. Many homeowners seeking an extra touch of sophistication are turning their gazes upwards, taking flat, white ceilings and turning them into eye-catching show-pieces. One of the most refined and stylish options for a spectacular effect is the coffered ceiling. A coffered ceiling is a grid of squares or rectangles that is applied to the ceiling to imitate the effect of crisscrossing beams. This creates the illusion of a lower ceiling with higher recessed squares or rectangles. Crown molding is then applied to the inside of each of these recesses to create a richly elegant appearance. Because the grid must hang down 8 to 12 inches from the ceiling, a room must be at least 9 feet tall to be a good candidate—they can be truly stunning in a room 10 or more feet in height. In addition, a room really should be square or rectangular for the effect of a coffered ceiling to feel symmetrical and appropriate. 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La experiencia del usuario como prioridad: las mejoras tecnológicas implementadas por Betplay En el mundo de las apuestas, la tecnología ha desempeñado un papel fundamental en la evolución y transformación de la industria. Betplay, una reconocida plataforma de apuestas en línea, se ha destacado por su constante innovación tecnológica. Con el objetivo de brindar una experiencia única a sus usuarios, Betplay ha implementado diversas mejoras en su plataforma, aprovechando los avances tecnológicos más recientes. Una de las principales innovaciones tecnológicas de Betplay es su aplicación móvil, que permite a los usuarios disfrutar de sus apuestas favoritas en cualquier momento y lugar. Con esta aplicación, los usuarios pueden acceder a una amplia variedad de eventos deportivos y juegos de casino, realizar apuestas en tiempo real y gestionar sus cuentas de forma sencilla y segura. 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