Paris Painting Blog

What we have learned painting more than 10,000 Twin Cities homes: prep, products, pricing, historic exteriors and what actually goes wrong. Illustrated with our own projects.

Commercial

Commercial Painting in St Paul

Jun 2026

Historic homes

DIY vs Pro on Historic Exteriors

May 2026

Historic homes

Historic Home Painting Minneapolis

May 2026

Commercial

Commercial Paint Care: Touch-Ups vs Repaints

Apr 2026

Commercial

Plymouth Painting: Access & Signage Guide

Apr 2026

Exterior

DIY vs Pro Exterior Prep: What’s Safe?

Mar 2026

Historic homes

Historic Home Painting St. Paul: Post-Winter Fixes

Mar 2026

Commercial

Durable, Washable Finishes for Busy Spaces

Feb 2026

Interior

Minneapolis Plaster Walls: When to Skim Coat

Feb 2026

Commercial

Minneapolis Commercial Painting: Phasing Work

Feb 2026

Historic homes

St. Paul Historic Interiors: Painting Without Disruption

Jan 2026

Interior

2026 Color Trends: Expert Predictions for Minneapolis Homes

Dec 2025

Interior

Why Winter Is the Perfect Time for Interior Painting Projects in Minneapolis

Dec 2025

Commercial

Commercial Painting Projects to Schedule Before Year-End Budgets Reset

Nov 2025

Interior

Holiday-Ready Homes: How a Fresh Coat of Paint Transforms Your Living Spaces

Nov 2025

Interior

The Best Interior Paint Colors to Brighten Long Minnesota Winters

Oct 2025

Exterior

Beat the First Hard Freeze: Fall Painting & Sealing for Minneapolis Winters

Oct 2025

Exterior

The Best Time of Year to Schedule Your Exterior Paint Job in Minnesota

Sep 2025

Exterior

Why Fall Is the Best Time to Seal and Protect Your Home’s Exterior Wood

Sep 2025

Cost & hiring

Does Painting Help Homes Sell Faster? What the Data and Sellers Say

Aug 2025

Commercial

Why Repainting Your Office or Retail Space Is a Smart Business Move

Aug 2025

Stucco

Benefits of Repainting Stucco Every 5-7 Years

Jul 2025

Stucco

Debunking Common Myths About Painting Stucco

Jul 2025

Exterior

Should You Replace or Stain Your Deck? Real Project Comparisons Inside

Jun 2025

Historic homes

How a Fresh Paint Job Can Increase the Value of Your Minneapolis Historic Home

Apr 2025

Exterior

Is It Time to Replace Your Siding, or Will a Fresh Coat of Paint Do the Job?

Apr 2025

Commercial

The Hidden Benefits of Regular Painting Maintenance for Condo Associations

Mar 2025

Historic homes

Preserving the Past: Lead-Safe Painting Strategies for Historic Homes

Feb 2025

Commercial

How Commercial Painting Improves Tenant Retention

Feb 2025

Cost & hiring

Average Cost of Painting a Room

Nov 2024

Cost & hiring

The Cost of Interior Painting: A Step-by-Step Guide

Nov 2024

Interior

The Psychology of Color

Oct 2024

Interior

Top 5 Trending Interior Paint Colors for Fall to Winter 2024

Oct 2024

Historic homes

Lead Paint Mitigation on W Sturgis St, St Paul

Oct 2024

Stucco

Stucco Painting on Fairmount Ave, St Paul

Oct 2024

Historic homes

Victorian Restoration on Hague Ave, St Paul

Oct 2024

Interior

When Is the Best Time to Paint the Interior of Your House?

Sep 2024

Exterior

The Impact of Weather Conditions on Exterior Painting Projects

Sep 2024

Commercial

Commercial Painting Cost Per Square Foot for 2024

Aug 2024

Commercial

How Can Your Building Benefit from Commercial Exterior Painting?

Aug 2024

Historic homes

How to Test for Lead Paint in Your Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

Aug 2024

Historic homes

Lead Paint in Older Homes: How It Is Handled Safely

Aug 2024

Interior

Trendy Front Door Paint Colors

Jul 2024

Interior

How to Choose the Right Interior Paint Finish?

Jun 2024

Cabinets

How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets in 5 Easy Steps!

May 2024

Cost & hiring

How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Painter

Apr 2024

Stucco

How Much Does it Cost to Paint a Stucco House?

Apr 2024

Stucco

10 Common Stucco Problems: Warning Signs of Stucco Failure in Exterior Siding

Mar 2024

Exterior

Exterior Elegance: Boosting Curb Appeal through House Painting in Minneapolis

Dec 2023

Cabinets

Upgrade Your Kitchen: A Comprehensive Guide to Cabinet Painting in St. Paul

Nov 2023

Commercial

Top 10 Qualities to Look for When Choosing a Reliable Commercial Exterior Painter in Minneapolis

Nov 2023

Commercial

Maximizing Property Value: Commercial Painters in Minneapolis

Oct 2023

Interior

Vibrant Interiors: Exploring the Essence of Interior Painting in Minneapolis

Sep 2023

Exterior

Upgrade Your Home’s Exterior: Top Trends in House Painting in Minneapolis

Aug 2023

Commercial

Factors to Consider When Choosing Paint Colors for Commercial Interiors in Minneapolis

Jul 2023

Cabinets

Cabinet Refinishing & Cabinet Painting in St. Paul, Minnesota

Jun 2023

Cost & hiring

Elevate Your Home’s Value with the Best Minneapolis Painting Company

May 2023

Cost & hiring

10 Ways to Save Money on House Painting in Minneapolis

Apr 2023

Cabinets

Should You Join the Kitchen Cabinet Painting Trend?

Mar 2023

Stucco

Should I Paint My Stucco? Reasons Why Painting Your Stucco is a Smart Idea

Mar 2023

Interior

Homeowners Should Consider these 12 Behr Interior Paint

Feb 2023

Cost & hiring

What Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Painter in Minneapolis

Jan 2023

Cabinets

Kitchen Cabinet Painting in St Paul and Minneapolis

Dec 2022

Cabinets

Should You Do Cabinet Painting in Minneapolis and St Paul?

Nov 2022

Exterior

Exterior Painting Is A Must: Why Exterior Paint Jobs are Important

Nov 2022

Cost & hiring

What Are the Benefits of Hiring House Painting Contractors?

Sep 2022

Commercial

Best Exterior Paint Colors for Commercial Buildings

May 2022

Cost & hiring

How to Hire a Local Painting Contractor in Minneapolis

May 2022

Exterior

How to Prep a House for Painting in Minneapolis

Apr 2022