LIFE CHANGING PAINT TIPS THAT WILL COMPLETELY TRANSFORM YOUR HOME | EASY FIXES FOR DESIGN MISTAKES
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- Paint is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to transform your home, but many people fall into these design mistakes that can completely derail your room! Thankfully, they are easy fixes and we are going to share our round up of questions that we get from our own design clients to help you fix your key paint mistakes.
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I painted a wall in my dining room an accent color in a matte sheen and then did a stencil overtop in the exact same color but in high gloss. It’s a very subtle look and it looks amazing!
Interesting.
That sounds lovely - I think I'll try it too (thanks for the idea!)
I saw this on Pinterest and it was gorgeous!!! So glad you loved it, too!
That sounds beautiful ❤️
Thank you
I've always painted my vents the same color as the wall or ceiling they were on. I'm not surprised that you have to remind people of this. Sometimes the obvious is not so obvious. Thank you.
I honestly had never even heard of it. But it looks so much nicer. Guess I know what my weekend project is going to be. 😂😂
Have never been in anyone's house that painted AC vents. Cheap looking.
@@hereholdthiswillya browse/discuss at local paint/hardware store? Also worth noting was the image of a vent being spray painted while on. I'd suggest vents be removed prior to treatments to ensure clear pathways and no internal buildup 👍
@@gypsygirl9 I agree. That to me is something inexperienced painters do in a rental property to save money. Very tacky looking.
@@lunacy1334 that is an absolute no. Those vents need to be removed and cleaned periodically. Or may need to be off in an emergency situation.
Ahem. Slight correction to the "change the sheen on the trim." It is a holdover from the early days of flat paint (look at victorian paintings - you had two sheens - gloss and wallpaper). There was no choice. They didn't have the paint technology. When flat paints became available (thanks to the inventive folks who created the Arts & Crafts movement) the low sheen paints were fragile and expensive - the UNIVERSAL practice was to shellac the woodwork in the public rooms and paint utility areas and private rooms with high gloss trim (cheaper and sturdier, and in the case of the kitchen and bathrooms more sanitary). Back in the day baseboards were called "mop boards" and were installed 8" to 12" tall to prevent the plaster walls from getting wet, moldy, and damaged from wet mopping the floors - so a highly water-and-soap-resistant high gloss paint was a practical necessity. Then, over the course of decades, everyone started thinking it looked "right" and continued the practice. With high-performance low-sheen or flat paints nowadays it is entirely up to the decorator, flat paints are perfectly serviceable. Although I still prefer traditional finishes in traditional and revival period-style homes.
I really appreciate this education on paint. Seriously🥰
@@markita.hardenhome You're welcome ☺️
Very informative Linda, thanks! I painted my bathroom with flat when I didn’t know anything about paint. That’s was 5 years ago and still completely fine even I took very hot high steam showers during winter. I think I tested them enough and know I think flat paint will do just fine 😅 but I ignored different sheens back then
@@giuntafabi Thanks! With new modern fat paints, it should work out. Did you end up liking the look?
Who knew? Now I do!
Would love to see an exterior episode.
Definitely!
Yes me too! Exterior paint video please!
And ways to enhance curb appeal!
Yes please!!!
Asap! Plus enhancing with brick colours please
More great info. Love how you don’t present it as rules, but as perspective of someone who has a lot of experience. I’m pretty sure I need to paint my house in stainless steel with 4 small kids and a large dog. 😂
I would love to see a video on exterior paint!!!!
Lol
Yes, same! We installed a vintage brass door kickplate *on the wall* to protect a very high traffic spot that continually got nicked and scuffed.
It looks beautiful, and solved the wall maintenance issue.
Yay! I look forward to my Sunday's with the House of Valentina! Congradulations on reaching 150,000 subscribers :) it won't be long before there are 1,000,000
Thank you so much! We’re ready for 1,000,000!
I've subscribed to dozens of UA-cam channels on interior decorating, and House of Valentina is, by far, the best. The tips are actionable and realistic, and each video includes plenty of examples. Question: Can someone schedule a video consult with you? Thanks
Easy fix, Valentina! My husband and I worked as professional painters when he was in graduate school. ALWAYS test large swatches of the paint on EVERY wall (or if there are nooks and crannies, every orientation, east, west, north south) AFTER priming the room. This gives the best, most accurate results Including being able to judge the sheen or finish of the paint). Color on adjacent walls "resonates" (i.e., absorbs the color of the adjacent wall and reflects its color, in turn, changing the adjacent color). Prime first. Test large swatches. Always test on all four orientations of the room. Test near the corners so that you can accurately judge the 'resonance' (this isn't really necessary for Decorator's White, but for intense shades of green and blue (in particular) absolutely necessary). Always assume that the color will be more intense once it's splashed everywhere. Paint color technology 101 in a single paragraph. Paint color isn't rocket science, but I've even seen professional decorators flub this.
I like the glossy sheen of oil based paint on a ceiling (Bathroom) especially if it's a perfect ceiling. Prevents moulds & it looks great in my opinion.
Wow awesome tips! Wanna be my personal adviser when I paint my whole house white next week ? 😜😅. I really appreciated all you said, specially how much more dramatic a color is when it’s all over the wall (I learned that the hard way with terracota “accent” walk years ago.
Question: How do we apply the rule about how much more dramatic a walls color gets when choosing white? I’m gonna prime my walls first as you suggest, but i am afraid to choose a warm white color that ends up looking dirty or old, since my house-to-be is quite old. But I also don’t want the clinical/cold/look if certain whites
@@jerurenteria325 Oddly warm whites that have yellow added tend to look 'dirtier' than whites that are warmed up with deep brown. My favorite color for white houses is called Cielo Blanco - 2 drops of burnt umber per gallon of the white base tint. It bleaches to pure white on a sunny day, but never ends up looking dirty at dusk. Burnt umber is cool enough that green or blue accents look just as good as black or warm stone grey. The problem with whites is not the intensity of the white - it's what it reflects nearby.
If your neighbor has red brick, that side of your house will always look pink. If your neighbor's house is yellow brick, sadly, your white wall will always look a little bedraggled. If there is a giant evergreen tree on the south side, the south side will always look a little grey-green. For whites, it's the environment that counts. If you are close to your neighbors, it can matter. If you are in a more spacious suburb, it won't. Color reflection only holds for about 15 feet; any further than that, and you should be good to go.
Hope that helps!
@@lindacgrace2973 I had no idea about the yellow/brown difference. How do I know if they’ve added that color to make the paint? Does it say on the label? I’m gonna have to check out if my favourite whites have either! And good point about white reflecting other colours. Im painting the interior and I can’t really see the neighbours from my townhouse, just a little patch of grass and a white fence and the top of a baby blue condo behind (where the sky would be anyways). But I think the biggest thing would be the honey oak (yellowish/orangish) laminate flooring. …. I also have a dark blue couch that I might change in the future. So I have the warmth of the floor and the cool of the couch 🤪
I’ll look up cielo blanco. What brand is it? I like how versatile that is, it can go with warms (my floor), and cools (my couch and any gray accents)
@@jerurenteria325 Cielo Blanco was a color in the Sherwin Williams paint range. They change their color names and create new collections so often, I'm not even sure they still call it that. But the formula for custom tinting (they custom tint at Walmart, Lowe's, Home Depot, and any paint store) is 1 gallon of white tintable base paint + 2 drops of burnt umber (umber goes a little orange, you want BURNT umber). You go to the shelf and look for indoor paint in the right sheen and find the "light" Tintable Base. Then take it to the counter, and they will add the drops of color and shake the paint for you in a spiffy machine that makes sure it is fully mixed in and you won't have any color streaks. Another, very similar option, is Benjamin Moore's Swiss Coffee. ALL paint companies can provide the right paint by either tinting to your formula (2 drops of burnt umber) OR by matching a color from another paint company; they have little charts and computers to help them figure it out. ( whew!)
With a condo, I would recommend that you skip flat paint and go with an eggshell. It looks very much like flat paint, and covers imperfections in the wall just like flat paint but it reflects a lot more light in the room. With indoor paint, the furnishing in the room will create a lot more color reflection on the white paint than anything outside. If the tree casts too much color on your wall, put up white IKEA 'linen' drapes. Even open (pulled back from the window and just hanging on either side of the window) that dilutes the reflection by 50%.
Congrats on the new condo! Good luck with the paint. Painting is more complicated than it looks, I recommend watching UA-cam by RealityRenovision "How to Paint Like a Pro" ua-cam.com/video/2eUxz_or2Qs/v-deo.html. Painting is a big job but can easily be DIY with minimal tools. It totally sucks to discover that you missed a step AFTER you're halfway through (don't ask me how I know that 🤣).
I recently bought my first place and the first thing I did was paint the walls a light colour, with a darker contrasting trim, and my main door to match the trim (all in eggshell). All vents and electrical plate colours have been blended into the walls. I am certainly no interior designer, but I'm so happy that you have validated my choices lol
You have a completely different style than me but your tips are great! I just love you and your enthusiasm and how you inspire me to make my home better since as you say, home is the best place on the planet. Thank you!
Yes please do an exterior paint video!!! We just bought a house that’s yellow with PURPLE trim and 70s-style brown rock on the outside…. H E L P 😂
I've seen nice examples of painted rock on exteriors and interiors.
Oh goodness what a visual! Congrats on the new house…. I think… 😂
Wish I could see your video on that reno!! Lol
Had a major discussion with my husband about painting the kitchen ceiling tomato bisque. All done and he loves it. Everybody loves it. It's a Northeast facing room and the ceiling makes it warm and inviting.
These are great tips that I’ve never thought about! One of my goals is to make my home look more expensive. I never thought of having black doors or painting my ceilings a different color other than white. I’m excited for the changes I’m going to make! I’m also excited to see my family’s faces when they see it. I’m usually the trend setter in my family soooo we will seeeee. 🥰
If you want to look your house more expensive, buy good paintings for a good artist. No cheap art work
@@evelyndemichiels1420 Something from Hunter Biden possibly?
@@pattiday431 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
In Germany, everybody uses mate paint for walls. Nobody taught us to be afraid about that one.
Yes!! Would love a complete walk thru WITH you talking! I love to hear you explain the how's & whys😁 And, YES to the content on decorating/setting the table for the holidays!!! ❣️
I love your channel so much. Thank you for being so very approachable in your style and mentioning often that you don't always have to have a lot of money. It gives me hope and some confidence. I also just love your joy, laughter and enthusiasm.
Why did you have to make me cry! I love how sincere you are. Have a blessed week Valentina! ❤️
My husband and I are getting ready to paint our whole house and this has been the best help!!! Thank you!
Love that you see all the details… I’m a nut.. details. And only One focal per space. Kudos Fireplace !
It's so fascinating to watch your channel as a European because the style in America is so different.
I love what you do, so many people take their place just as it is and don't create anything with it.
Greetings from Germany!
Total list maker here!!
YES! on the exterior paint video, please!
Thank you for all the tips. Really appreciate it.
Yes, yes, yes to an exterior episode…and to list making!!❤️
Great advice, and, yes, please do an exterior video!!! Especially covering front door colors! I’ve moved in to a home with pinkish brick. I’m color blind and am having an awful time picking out a color! The door is currently red
Also, taking off all the gross Beige and upside down outlets, was SO satisfying!! 🤩🤩
You're a genius! Love all your tips. Thank you for showing us not to be afraid of being different and break the "rules" 🙏🙏
I just love how real you are. You and your hubs are fantastic. Thank you for sharing all your tips - I've been inspired to incorporate some into my home.
This was great!!! LOVE all your videos and advice! I love design and was feeling a bit stuck, but your mix of style and technical info and tips and tricks really got me over a hump and excited about direction and possibilities. You're a joy and so sweet and SO FUN to watch. Congrats on 150K! Keep it coming Valentina, Please! Xo
Thank you for these tips. My husband & I are in the process of building our first home/dream home. I’ve been so nervous about making wrong choices, for everything! These types of videos help me feel a bit more confident in making choices. So, yes, I would appreciate a video on exterior paint as well!
Absolutely!! Getting ready to have the exterior of my home painted.
Yes!!! An exterior paint episode, PLEASE! 😍
Finally someone I can relate to about my home decor ideas that very much have the same looks that you describe. So glad a found you.💐
great video thank you and agree home is so important and i don't think people realize when your home is clear, clean and clutter free how much less stress and anxiety we all have. great tips about paint.
YOU ARE AMAZING. We just bought a new home and I have been binging your videos. You have some of the best tips I have heard and deliver them in a way that is so understandable. I can not wait to apply some tips to my new house!
Definitely a list maker. Congrats on 150K subscribers. You’re so fun!
Great points. I could never understand why baseboards were a different color than the walls. I see so many people still doing this. And I agree to have the ceiling the same color as the walls. Valentina, you are brilliant 💯!!! Thank you for all you do, and all you are!💐💐💐
You’ve completely made me think I need to redo all the trim and doors in the house…and actually repainting everything because we painted over yellow and I hate how my pretty color now looked. I am ready to repaint only after two yrs with this up! Thanks Valentina! This was informative!!
Yes...Yes...Yes...please do an exterior paint episode..just love you guys.
Yes! A video about exterior painting would be amazing!
What a wondergul designer! What a personality! Thank you !
It’s time we got excited about paint I’ve been doing a remodel for along time a paint is up there with decore an staging we love all this🙏
I have recently come across your channel. I am addicted, love it!!
Beautiful and realistic ideas that make so much sense. The biggest bonus is your charming personality. I always get anxious when I think about decorating, your presentation makes everything seem so natural and relaxed. I will continue to watch your amazing channel!
Yes would love an exterior paint update too. Thanks much!
Thank you for the tips and help! Your a wonderful designer and a wonderful person!
Congratulations on 150k Valentina. I’ve been watching for quite some time & really enjoy your company & content. Have a beautiful day ☀️
I love everything you say, the way you say. I have been waiting to buy a sofa for my living room space. Your ideas, your style…. You are a genius lady. Just watching you makes me so happy You share information so beautifully.
This was very helpful & enjoyable! You have so much joy and passion for what you do, it's infectious! Wishing you lots of success!
You are just lovely, and a true delight to watch! Love all of your advice
Just found your channel! Loving all your ideas and the way you give a new perspective on simple things! Very eye opening! Plus, even those of us who live in old farm style houses in Pa can benefit by taking a different picture of our surroundings and focusing on what we love about our homes. Valentina, you inspire me! Thank you for sharing!
OMGOSH, thank you so much. I'm have been looking at my vents and ceilings with a frown for far too long. Now I know what to do👍
Yes exterior too, please! You are such a lovely lady - smart and a little sassy to boot! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😃👍🏼
Hi Valentina. I would love to see a video on how to create a paint palette. Preferably one that describes the different types and with examples in photos. Love your videos!
Colours and paint is a never ending story. Always interesting to watch...thank you V. You so deserve 150x. Congratulation! I'll watch you reach 1000x!
This was one of the most helpful videos you’ve done, though I enjoy your insights, watching your sweetie watch you with ❤ in his eyes, and all the good tips you share even whilst “only” shopping.
You’ve convinced me to use matte paint and take it onto the ceiling, too. ❤
I am totally a list maker. I can’t function without a list. As a photographer, your tips are excellent to get a true color that works for each house. You have to see the color in every lighting situation, and every color reflects so you have to get as far away from the other colors in the room.
My entire house is Benjamin Moore ‘matte’ paint, 15 years going strong and I’ve never had a problem. They thought I was nuts when I said matte, yes, everything! 😂
How do you keep them clean? I’m about to have my house painted using Benjamin Moore’s Simply White (matte) but I’m nervous because I have 3 kids.
@@CarsaPirieScott all of my colors are on the dark side and I really didn’t have to clean them much. I only had one kid though. 😄 However, the mud room has gotten scuffed up quite a bit. I use warm water and rag, and I also use those mr. Clean dry erase sponges. Good luck and I bet it will be beautiful!
@@CarsaPirieScott When you do this process if any marks appear, you can always dab the area or use a Mr. Clean Sponge Cleaner, which is what I do. That way I have never had an issue with any marks on my walls being permanent. Always use flat paint and the best.
SAME, Benjamin Moore has definitely improved their matte formulas -- we have dogs and haven't had any issues over the years 🤷♀️
Do you “matte” people not ever clean your walls???? They DO get dirty in that your Human shedding gets tossed around the room with fans and a/c and over the years it leaves a LAYER of yuck on the walls
Love this video!!! One of your best collection of tips yet. So many ideas I’m dying to try now ❤
Yessss… exterior paint colors would be great! Thank you.
Yes! Please do a video on exterior paint. I would also love a diy tutorial on painting windows. I’ve got so many projects I need your help with. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. 🖤🖤🖤
Paint is always tricky. Thanks for these tips!
One of my favorite tutorials.
Love this video!! We are updating a 90s home and you just helped me make so many decisions with paint that I was on the fence with!! Thank you so much for these videos! I would love to see an exterior video like this!
So much helpful information! THANK YOU
I am so glad I found you. Moving into large home in 2 weeks and I am going DIY on everything. Just needs decorating and my preferences. 2 story w loft, want to use black rail and doors. Going to use your tips. Been studying MLS pictures for weeks. Thank you
Never thought about painting the ceiling the same color. I am painting my hall bathroom as I am listening to this and now it’s about to go up. Love ❤️ it’s 🎼🎤🎬🎹
I am a major list maker. I might not follow the list but it seem to keep my thoughts straight. Love your videos
So here's the thing. When we went to pick out paint colors for our living room, the sample pots were €14. So if you have 5 potential choices, that is going to be a lot of money for just samples. It would've been half the price of the amount of paint we would need to do our living room. Those samples used to be really cheap but now, they can be so expensive that it's just not worth it when you're on a budget.
Agreed. I go off the samples. Tape them to the wall and see how they look in my light throughout different parts of the day and just wing it from there! Typically go 1 shade lighter than I think bec the sample is smaller
I'm frugal so i feel you on this one for sure!
I completely get this, but it’s also how I ended up with a lavender purple room since the grey didn’t show up correctly
You are SO SWEET!!! That ending thou, you’re so genuine. 😍 This is an awesome video, I love to paint and have done many paint projects in my home. Currently trying to make a door blend into the wall, so loved your tip on that!! I’m glad to hear your thoughts on trim sheen and for bathrooms. Yes to an exterior paint video! Xoxo
Valentina, I loved this video. Thank you for the tips. I wholeheartedly agree with the outlets and switches trick. I'm in a rental and switched out the light switch covers with vintage 1960s Hollywood Glam light switch plates. UPGRADE that is renter-friendly!! TFS
Yes PLEASE!! DO the exterior paint vid. Loved loved this one. Thank you! ♥️♥️
You are adorable Valentina! Smiling with you. Your numbers will pass the million mark. Let it manifest.
Thank you, Valentina! This is great advice!
The video I didn’t know I needed!! You’ve convinced me to pick up the paintbrush this weekend!!
Renee Russell here.
Valentina, I enjoy, love and watch all of your videos. Sometimes I watch some of them a couple extra times because I can’t absorb all the information you provide at one time! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!
This video about paint and the plethora of opportunities to make your walls, ceilings and trim sing is just awesome, You did such a great job touching on the decisions one can make to create their own nest.
Many thanks! 🌷
Loved this video. You answered so many of my questions about choosing paint. Would love a video about painting outside house.
Congrats on 150k!! Great video, thanks👏
Omg I needed this video. Seen Saturday and Sunday we even grandkids . Been painting my mom house still need to finish her bedroom. Know I need to paint the light switches lol.
Valentina I am currently obsessed with and envious of your blouse. It’s so amazing. :)
That was super helpful! Thanks Valentina❤️
Happy Sunday! One day my house will look as stylish as the House of Valentina.
Loved this video! I learned a lot. Please do a video about exterior paint colors. Thank you
Congratulations❗🎉🎉🎉👋👋👋
Thank you for all the priceless hints🌞
Loved this! Yes, exterior paint tips!!!
Yes please do a video on exterior paint! Loved this video!!! Y’all are the best.
It was very educational . Love to see outside paint tips also. Thank you for sharing your knowledge
YAY! 150K! Congratulations!! xoxo Re Painting the Vents---- YES! I can't tell you how many professional painters don't do this! And I do hope you get that marble fireplace - you deserve it!
Thank you for this edifying video and all of the Amazing ideas for creative paint inside the Home! I look forward to your video for Painting the outer surface of the Home!
I am TOTALLY a list maker. We just finished remodeling our son’s home! Yay! I used much of your advice, along with a couple other UA-camrs! Thank you! You are fun and very upbeat! He wanted grays, black and URBANE BRONZE (love love love that color) and we went with a sort of urban loft rustic modern look! It is awesome! Thanks for all your tips and tricks and laughs! “Hello to Jack!”
Definitely outside paint as well! Thank you!
Re: making lists. My mother’s mantra - “list your work, work your list.” As a result of hearing and observing her list habit, her children (7 of us) makes endless daily lists.and when we do something Not on the list…we just add it!! She passed on 15 years ago and she would have loved watching your channel. I do too!
Wow. I learned so much from this video. You explain it so well. I have a new house that has builder grade paint. Ugggghhhh! Thanks to you, I feel better equipped to tackle which paint to use.
Thank your for such great advice! Yes, please do an exterior tip list!
Yes please, would love to hear your tips and tricks for exterior paint.
Oh my gosh, painting the baseboards the same color as the wall? Why didn’t I think of that!!! TY💕
Trim can be the same sheen as the walls
Black doors
Life changing! Thank you
This post has perfect timing for me. Thank you. Thrilled to have discovered you!
Can someone tell me what she is saying at about 20:00. She always uses it in the trim. It sounds like the words starts with a B? Help please.
She's adorable. I love what she shared and I LOVE her style. She just got a new subscriber!
I love the idea of matte paint everywhere! I’d love to see an exterior paint video 😊
Very interesting video on paint. I learned some great points. Thanks so much Valentina!
I look forward to an exterior episode please include what’s the best time to paint outside
I'm from Malaysia... Love u. Watch your channel almost daily, on repeat sometimes 😁... Helps me a lot on my quest for my new home. Thank you 💖