Enhancing Your Backyard

  We waited all winter for nice weather so we can get outdoors. Don’t let anything stop you from enjoying the sun or entertaining your friends. Even if you are on a budget, there are several things you can do to enhance your backyard. Here are some simple ways to make the most out of your outdoor space.

  Add a path to create movement and define your design. There are several materials to choose from to create a custom path that is all your own. Line your path with plants and flowers or selectively place them throughout the space. Don’t be afraid to get creative and let it be as colorful as your personality.

  Steps or small platforms are a subtle way to create multiple outdoor rooms in a tight space. Increase the visual separation by changing flooring materials between rooms. Stairs, raised flower boxes, and walls are also great ways to achieve this.

   A dramatic wall gives a feeling of enclosure and privacy, a great solution when neighbors might be close. It looks good and can be made into a tall flower bed for vines and flowers to cascade down. 

  If you are the type to go the extra mile, go with an outdoor fireplace. An addition to your space that you can enjoy all year long. Use floral plants and grasses to dress it up to your taste and add some color.

A Happy Guest Room

Do you want your guests to say they'd stay here more often?  Create a guest room that suits not only to their comfort, but to yours as well.  D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling believes that a room that welcomes will keep your guests delighted during their stay.

A Space Full of Knowledge

Maybe your guests didn't bring a book with them to keep themselves distracted during down time.  A bookshelf fits ever so nicely in these rooms.  It will give them a variety of books they might find interest in.  This can also work as your own personal library.

An Office For Their Needs

Maybe your guests still need to do some homework.  A desk is suitable to keep give them a work space they might need.  Grandparents, this works for your grandchildren who still need to stay focused in school during their stay.

A Colorful Environment

Bring some notable color to their surroundings.  It will have them feeling bright when they wake up.  A happy guest is a happy homeowner.  They'll probably take some tips for their own home as well!

Your guests will enjoy their stay if you create an atmosphere that speaks to them as well.  At D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling, we want you to enjoy their stay as well.  Although, you might get a lot of unexpected visits if they really enjoyed their stay!

An Elegant Dining Room

Your dining room is one of first things your guests will notice for your style.  D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling knows the ways to create a dining room that will make you feel classy.  A few key features will give you that atmosphere.

Tables

Do you have a large family where a long table is needed?  Tables should be the center of the whole room.  The chairs to go with can either match or they can be different which will make the table really pop.

Lighting

You don't have to bring in a lot of lighting to the table if you have a large window.  A simple hanging light or chandelier will create a luminous atmosphere.  

Cabinets 

Show your elegant dishware through china cabinets that go with your tables and chairs.  These really bring sophistication to your dining room.  The more you can fit, the more your guests will say "wow!"

A dining room should be a spot to marvel at your own treasures.  D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling believes elegance is a way to show how unique your home is.  Create a surrounding that your family will feel joy when gathered at the table.

Upgrade Your Garage Into Something More

Upgrade Your Garage Into Something More

A garage doesn't just have to be an area for extra storage and cars.  If you've got the space, you have numerous possibilities.  D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling knows different ways that a garage doesn't just have to be a garage.

Workshop

Do you keep your tools in your garage?  Create an entire work area with them.  Enough storage will give you the room to work on things such as cars, woodwork, repairs, and more!

Studio Garage

For the crafty ones, use your garage as your work spot.  This is a good spot for bigger projects.  And did we mention the space for storage?  It's truly a benefit.

Need An Extra Room?  No Problem!

It's not uncommon to turn a garage into a living area.  This garage was neatly turned into a living area for those who want to think outside of the box.  Why not?

D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling believes you should use your garage to your advantage.  Use the space for your needs or for your enjoyment. 

Lighting For Your Home

Lighting For Your Home

Changing up the lighting in your home is an easy way to update your atmosphere.  D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling wants help you decide on what kind of change you have in mind with your lights.  There are many styles out there that are new and trendy, or classic and timeless.

Chandeliers
These have been around for ages, but still bring elegance to any room they're put in.  They highlight the areas underneath it, normally for a table.  If like a more classic look, you should consider one of these for your home.

Lamps

You can put as many lamps just about anywhere.  They are easy to replace if bulbs go out.  If want just enough light to create a glow in your room, these are your best option.

Recessed Lighting

This give you more control over the brightness of the room.  You can also put these anywhere you feel necessary.  They also create the allusion of more space.

Picking new lighting can bring in some new definition to your home.  At D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling, we you to keep your house well lit while bringing some style for your enjoyment.  Stay bright! 

Which Flooring is right for you?

Having issues deciding on what flooring to decide for a particular room?  D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling wants to help you with that.  Don't fret over which you think will work better, because honestly, all the choices have benefits.

Hardwood Flooring

These give your room an elegant design.  They also are easier to fix if it needs to be sanded down and refinished without the need to replace them.  Also, messes are easier to clean up.

Carpeting
More comfort on your feet has it's benefits.  Carpet also lowers the noise level of feet & things dropping.  If kids are running around, they have a less likely chance of slipping.

Tile

Generic for a bathroom or kitchen, tile offers more depth in style.  They are made for water resistance and are tough to crack!

Whichever you decide, D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling can tell you that there's benefits to any of these choices.  Still having a tough decision?  Just take it from us.  We can suggest what would work best for your room.  Keep your feet happy!

Home Theater Possibilities

Home Theater Possibilities

Having a home theater might be something that you dream about but aren't sure how to make it happen.  Well here at D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling, we want to make it possible for you.  Whether you have a specific image in mind or on a tight budget, there are many ways to create an entertainment room.

Pick the Right Spot

Pick a spot that has a lot of space and preferably closed off from light and sound.  Your living room can be your home theater if you're feeling limited.  Basements make great entertainment areas as the closed off sound and light make for an "at the movies" feel.  

Seating

The more seating you have, the more guests you can invite!  Pick seating that's extra comfy.  You can go with chairs that look like actual movie theater seats and put them in rows, or a nice long couch works just as well. 

Center of Attention
Your television or projector should be put in a spot with a perfect view.  Above a fire place works for any living room to make it cozy.  For closed off areas, pick a rather long wall so you can then fit more seats in rows.  Also pick an area that surround sound can accommodate.

Accessories
Why not create your own concession stand?  For limited space, add in shelving to house candy and popcorn.  Draping curtains also really make it look like you're putting on a show.  These can easily be attached with rods above the television/projector.  Get fun and creative to make you feel like you just saved yourself a ticket to the movies!


Bringing the theater to your home is more achievable than it seems.  At D.J.'s Painting and Remodeling, we want to bring that possibility to you.  Give us a call for advice!