{"id":1609,"date":"2021-03-25T12:58:26","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T16:58:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/denver-west\/?post_type=community&#038;p=1609"},"modified":"2024-03-19T22:52:05","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T02:52:05","slug":"design-tips-and-trends-march-2021","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/denver-west\/community\/design-tips-and-trends-march-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Design Tips and Trends: March 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>A Primer on Primers &amp; Sealers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Primers are designed to adhere to a substrate, smooth out any porosity and create a uniform surface on which to apply paint. Simple right? So why are there entire aisles stocked to the hilt with primer choices at most paint retailers? Priming is often a key step in a professional paint job, and while they aren\u2019t always necessary, they can make a huge difference. <a href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/certapro\/all-about-paint-primers-sealers\">Read more about the differences between primers and their best uses here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1611 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller.jpg\" alt=\"Paint primer\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-960x641.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-720x481.jpg 720w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-480x321.jpg 480w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller-272x182.jpg 272w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/A-Primer-on-Using-Primer-smaller.jpg 1204w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>15 Exterior Paint Colors That Are On-Trend for 2021<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>From the creamy white of Benjamin Moore\u2019s Swiss Coffee to the organic depth of Sherwin Williams\u2019 Urbane Bronze to the sleek complexity achieved by combining colors for a two-tone look, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brickandbatten.com\/15-exterior-paint-colors-that-are-on-trend-for-2021\/\">this article<\/a> reviews some of the most inspiring exterior paint trends for 2021. The before and after examples will be sure to spark your creativity on how you can update your own home\u2019s exterior to suit your architecture and personal style.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>23 Best-on-the Block Curb Appeal Ideas<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you can spare a day, a week or a month, you owe it to yourself to look through this list of ideas to boost your home\u2019s curb appeal. From simple lighting upgrades, to garden features to more complex installations, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/home-improvement\/exteriors\/curb-appeal\/ways-to-add-curb-appeal\/\">these 23 ideas<\/a> will elevate your home\u2019s style and make your home the envy of the neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1613\" src=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Lighting\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller-272x182.jpg 272w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2021\/03\/Outdoor-lighting-smaller.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Lakewood, Golden and Evergreen are proud to bring you design tips and trends each month. If you are in need of painting or staining services, please <a href=\"#estimate\">contact us for a free, no obligation estimat<\/a>e.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Primer on Primers &amp; Sealers Primers are designed to adhere to a substrate, smooth out any porosity and create a uniform surface on which to apply paint. Simple right? So why are there entire aisles stocked to the hilt with primer choices at most paint retailers? 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