Catchlight Painting Blog
Painting in the Heat – How Summer Weather Impacts a Flawless Finish
"Only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the mid-day sun..." This witty line, popularized by Noel Coward and originally rooted in a Kipling poem, satirized the stoic absurdity of British colonial soldiers marching through India in full wool uniforms under a punishing...
Preserving the Past with Paint: Restoring New England’s Historic Homes
There’s something undeniably special about historic homes - their quiet and enduring elegance, their understated and unmistakable charm, and the way every crooked floorboard and drafty window seems to whisper a bit of history. At Catchlight Painting, we don’t...
The 5 P’s of Painting (and Why Catchlight Gets Them Right)
At Catchlight, we like to think of painting as more than just a service—it’s an experience. And like any good experience, it begins with a solid plan; we refer to it as the five P’s. 1. Pricing Let’s start with the elephant in the room—or in this case, the $95-an-hour...
Spring Into Action: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Paint Your Home’s Exterior
Spring has officially sprung in New England—daffodils are blooming, birds are singing, pollen is absolutely bonkers, and somewhere in the distance, someone is pressure washing their house with the intensity of a person avenging winter. It’s that time of year when we...
Why Our Pricing is Higher—And Why That’s a Good Thing
Let’s talk about the painting industry. Unlike plumbers or electricians, there’s no regulatory body to ensure that painters actually know what they’re doing. This means anyone with a brush and a bucket can claim to be a professional. Scary, right? That’s why you see...
Falling in Love With Your Home Again: How Our Restoration, Repairs, and Interior Painting Can Breathe New Life Into Your Space
Ah, home. It’s that beautiful sanctuary that we sometimes forget to appreciate until it loses its charm.. Maybe you have spots where the paint is peeling, or you have a wonky kitchen cabinet. Homeownership involves more than just maintaining your house; It is...
New Year, Fresh Start: Embrace 2025 with the Colors of the Year
At Catchlight, we believe that a fresh coat of paint can not only transform an entire space but a whole mindset. And what better time to embrace a new look than at the start of a brand new year? 2025 is here, and it’s the perfect moment to refresh your home with the...
Picking the Perfect Paint Color – Bedroom (and How We Can Help!)
Your bedroom is more than just a place to sleep - it’s a personal retreat where comfort and style come together. Choosing the right paint color is essential in creating a space that feels completely your own. At Catchlight, we understand that a bedroom not only...
Preparing Your Home for Winter
One of the most important things you can do for your home here in New England is properly prepare your outside space for the cold weather. Doing so creates a smooth transition come spring, lessening the chance for critical damage that can cost quite a bit to fix. We...
Have Small Projects Around the House? How Catchlight can Help!
Catchlight is so much more than just painting! We’ve talked about our color specialist and the additional services we offer to help choose the best color for your home. We’re all about making your home the best version of itself, regardless of whether painting is...
