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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
Person spray-painting white paint onto a wooden balcony railing.

Fall Prep: Repainting Trim and Exteriors Before Winter Sets In

By Scott Jaeger • September 10, 2025
Fall Prep: Repainting Trim and Exteriors Before Winter Sets In

Beat the Heat: Choosing Paint & Finishes That Stay Cool in Summer

By Scott Jaeger • August 18, 2025
Beat the Heat: Choosing Paint & Finishes That Stay Cool in Summer
newly painted clean living room in Madison, Wisconsin

The Psychology of Paint: How Color Affects Mood in Each Room

By Scott Jaeger • July 14, 2025
The Psychology of Paint: How Color Affects Mood in Each Room
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Why Hiring a Licensed & Insured Painting Contractor Matters

By Scott Jaeger • June 19, 2025
Why Hiring a Licensed & Insured Painting Contractor Matters
newly painted two-tone wall

Interior Paint Finishes Explained: Flat, Eggshell, Satin, and More

By Scott Jaeger • May 14, 2025
Interior Paint Finishes Explained: Flat, Eggshell, Satin, and More
newly painted Madison home

Eco-Friendly Paint Options for a Healthier Madison Home

By Scott Jaeger • April 8, 2025
Eco-Friendly Paint Options for a Healthier Madison Home
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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.