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Ask An Expert: Unifying Spaces with Colour
Q – I am looking for a single paint colour to unify my living room, dining room, kitchen and staircase walls. They are currently painted in many different colours, thanks to the good taste of the...
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Ask An Expert: Red Front Door
Q – This spring I am updating the exterior of my home and the first thing on my list is to paint the front door. I would like to paint it a colour that will grab attention as opposed to blending in. I...
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Ask An Expert: In Need of a Nice Neutral
Q – I recently bought my first house and I need to paint my open concept living room/kitchen as the current mustard yellow is not working for me. I am looking for something that will warm up the space...
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Cases of “Paint Paralysis” Rise in Summer
It can strike at any time – looking at a blank wall, standing in front of an in-store display of paint chips and cans, or flipping through a home décor magazine. It’s a dreaded syndrome that can result...
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Ask An Expert: Toning Down Pink Brick on a Pair of Semi-detached Houses
Q – I would like to paint the outside of my house but I’m not sure what colours would look best. I really want to make the right decision. I want my house to look great. It’s a semi-detached home but I...
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Ask An Expert: Coordinating with Beige Vinyl Windows
Q – I have a stucco house with beige vinyl windows. I am totally lost on what colours I can go with, as they all seem to clash with the windows. I have included a few photos that may help. What colours...
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CIL Décor Experts on the Road
We at CIL know how difficult it can be to pick a paint colour that’s perfect for your home. Have you ever wished you could get some free, professional advice about paint, colour and décor? CIL makes...
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Ask an Expert: Exterior Colours for a Historic Home
Q – I would like to change the colour of my historic house, which has a small balcony on the second floor. The challenge is that the tin roof is an antique blue. The house is now white, with black...
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Ask an Expert: Exterior Trim Update Before & After
A customer asked me for a recommendation on a paint colour to update the exterior trim of her suburban home: Q – I have a red brick Tudor style home with brick on the main level and stucco with wood...
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Ask An Expert: What’s a nice grey colour that isn’t too light or too dark?
Q – I have quite a bit of natural light on my main floor and want to try a nice grey paint colour but, nothing too dark. What are your suggestions? I have attached a couple pictures and, I also need...
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