Blog

Freshly painted sage green entryway wall with a paint roller and tray, next to a bench with a backpa

Back-to-School Refresh: Quick Paint Updates for Busy Homes

By Scott Jaeger • August 31, 2026
Fast, effective paint updates for Madison, WI families and rental turnovers heading into the school year, from Thrift Painting.
Cool sage green living room in Madison WI

Beat the July Blues: Freshen Up Your Space with Cool Summer Shades

By Scott Jaeger • July 31, 2026
Freshen up your Madison, WI home this July with cool summer paint shades like sage, soft blue, blue-green, and airy off-white.
Bold accent wall in a Madison WI living room

Add Depth to Your Home with Accent Walls Using Bold Colors

By Scott Jaeger • June 30, 2026
Add depth and style to your Madison, WI home with bold accent wall colors. Learn where accent walls work best and how professional painting makes them shine.
Two painters applying deck coating on an outdoor deck in Madison, WI

Prepping Decks & Exterior Wood for Summer Painting or Staining in Madison, WI

By Scott Jaeger • May 21, 2026
May is the best time to prep decks and exterior wood in Madison, WI. Use this checklist to clean, dry, sand, and stain or paint for longer-lasting results.
Madison WI entryway spring paint refresh

Why Licensed & Insured Painters Save You Time, Money & Stress

By Scott Jaeger • April 29, 2026
A bright home entryway in Madison, Wisconsin showing a spring cleaning setup with drop cloth, paint tray, painter’s tape, and a freshly refreshed hallway wall—ideal for a blog about primer and paint in April.
Thrift Painting prepping an interior paint job in Madison, WI

Why Licensed & Insured Painters Save You Time, Money & Stress

By Scott Jaeger • February 28, 2026
Why Licensed & Insured Painters Save You Time, Money & Stress
Beige sectional sofa against a blue accent wall; white rug, vase with branches.

The Madison Palette: 2026 Painting Trends You’ll See Everywhere

By Scott Jaeger • January 13, 2026
The Madison Palette: 2026 Painting Trends You’ll See Everywhere
Gray two-story house with white trim, porch, and a yellow front door. Landscaping and a blue sky are present.

Exterior Paint Touch-Ups That Survive the Freeze

By Scott Jaeger • December 30, 2025
Exterior Paint Touch-Ups That Survive the Freeze
Paint supplies on a light wood surface: paint cans, brushes, rollers, and a color swatch fan.

Eco-Friendly Paint Choices for Holiday Hosting

By Scott Jaeger • November 24, 2025
Eco-Friendly Paint Choices for Holiday Hosting
Modern living room with orange accent wall, black TV wall, white furniture, and large windows.

Color Psychology in Living Spaces: Set the Mood This Fall

By Scott Jaeger • October 29, 2025
Color Psychology in Living Spaces: Set the Mood This Fall
Show More

Thrift Painting Services in Madison, WI and Surrounding Areas

Person painting a white wall with a paint roller, showing a section of the wall painted white in Madison, Wisconsin.
Hand painting grey stain onto wooden siding with a brush in Madison, Wisconsin.
Green-booted person pressure washing a brick patio, leaving a clean path in Madison, Wisconsin.
Wooden deck with steps, bench, and plants in a backyard setting.
Hand using a scraper to peel off wallpaper from a wall in Madison, Wisconsin.
Ladder leaning against a wall during construction, with visible studs and drywall in Madison, Wisconsin.
Flaking teal paint on a weathered stucco wall, revealing the underlying texture in Madison, Wisconsin.
Person caulking a white window frame, holding a caulk gun in Madison, Wisconsin.