The holiday break is a popular time for DIY painting—long weekends, warm weather and extra daylight make it tempting to tackle home projects yourself. But not every job is as simple (or as safe) as it looks.Wellington’s unique conditions—wind, salt air, steep sites and sudden weather changes—mean some painting tasks are better handled by professionals.This […]
Wellington’s summer is peak season for property buyers. Longer days, better weather, and higher buyer activity make November–March the ideal time to list your home. If you’re preparing to sell—or simply want to increase your home’s value—a fresh interior or exterior paint job is one of the highest-ROI upgrades you can make.Here’s why painting your […]
Living by the sea in Wellington is unbeatable—but the coastal climate is tough on your paintwork. Salt air, strong winds and intense UV all work together to fade colours faster and wear down exterior finishes. The good news? Choosing the right exterior paint colours can make your coastal home look amazing and help your paint […]
A new year is approaching, and with summer arriving, now is the perfect time to refresh your home with the latest colour trends. Whether you’re updating a feature wall, repainting your weatherboards, or giving your interior a modern lift, 2025 brings a clean, calming, nature-inspired palette that suits Wellington perfectly.Here are the New Zealand colour […]
The festive season is here, and with visitors, celebrations and summer weather all on the way, it’s the perfect time to give your Wellington home a fast, fresh makeover.You don’t need a full renovation—just a few high‑impact painting upgrades can completely transform your home before Christmas.Here are 7 quick, affordable and impressive painting updates Wellington […]
Wellington roofs face some of the toughest conditions in New Zealand—constant wind, salty air, strong UV exposure and sudden temperature changes. Over time, these elements wear down paint coatings, exposing your roof to rust, leaks and costly long-term damage. Summer provides the ideal window for roof painting in Wellington, with the warm, dry conditions needed […]
Weatherboards are iconic across Wellington—from heritage villas to 1950s bungalows and coastal homes. But they also endure some of New Zealand’s toughest weather conditions: salty air, high winds, intense UV, sudden rain shifts and year-round moisture. Because of this, proper weatherboard preparation is the most important step in achieving a long-lasting, beautiful paint finish. This […]
Choosing the perfect exterior colour for your home can completely transform its street appeal—but in Wellington, it’s not just about style. Our city’s unique climate, intense UV, coastal winds and diverse architectural styles mean your colour choice also affects durability, heat retention and long-term performance.This guide brings together expert recommendations, local design insights and NZ […]
Painting your home’s exterior is one of the most effective ways to refresh your property and protect it from Wellington’s coastal winds, moisture and strong UV. But before a single brushstroke goes on, proper preparation matters just as much as the paint itself.Summer is the ideal season for exterior painting—but Wellington’s climate also demands careful […]
Repainting your home is one of the most effective ways to protect your house, boost street appeal, and maintain your property’s value — but the timing matters.For Wellington homeowners, summer is the best season to tackle exterior painting, thanks to warm temperatures, longer daylight hours, and better drying conditions.If you’re preparing your home for a […]