

If you’re working on metal, you might need to get yourself a container of Boysen Metal Etching Solution. It comes in handy as it serves more than one purpose. This Boysen guide will walk you through how to use Boysen Metal Etching Solution as a rust converter and as a metal cleaner. As Rust Converter For dealing with rust, Boysen Metal Etching Solution can be indispensable. When treating rust, the recommended procedure is to first manually remove the rust with a steel brush or sandpaper. If this doesn’t completely remove the…
One part of the home that benefits from waterproofing is the roof deck, quite obviously because it gets a lot of direct contact with water whenever it rains. If you have a roof deck and have not taken waterproofing measures, take this as a sign to do something about it. Here’s your guide to waterproofing a roof deck with Boysen Plexibond. Step 1: Surface Preparation If you’re working on a new surface, you will need to wait 14 to 28 days for your concrete to cure. Remember, Boysen Plexibond can only…
When in doubt about what interior style to have for your home, you can go for the Modern Classic interior style, sometimes also called the Modern Traditional style. As the names indicate, it is a mix of modern and traditional, which is the secret of its longevity. With this interior style, you can expect it to be relevant for years. The Modern Classic interior style is considered timeless, elegant, and sophisticated. On top of that, it creates great impact and is fairly easy to put together. Here’s how you can achieve…
Calling all our Northern Homies! Planning to repaint your room or having a home renovation soon? Perfect timing because Philconstruct Luzon starts tomorrow. Mark your calendars and make a list of all the things you still need to create your picture perfect home and let’s go! Philconstruct Luzon 2023 Philconstruct Luzon is set to be a 3 (jam-packed) day event happening from March 30 to April 1, 2023. That’s from Friday to Saturday. It’s located at the SMX Convention Center Clark in Pampanga. If you’re planning to drop by the mall…
Active design revolves around design in buildings, landscapes, or communities that prioritize human health. These are consolidated into the architectural design to promote physical activity for the residents living in a place in order to promote their wellbeing, helping people become healthier and thereby building a stronger community. I think most of us know that maintaining or improving our health requires for us to watch what we eat and to move daily. Wouldn’t it be great if we can have parks where we can meditate, practice yoga or tai chi, get…
Epoxy paints are what you reach for when you want to paint interior concrete floors. With high durability, they’re solvent-, chemical-, and stain-resistant and are a popular choice for home garages as they can withstand light vehicular traffic. Want to try your hand at epoxy paints? Here are important tips to know before you start. Tip #1: Follow the Correct Ratio and Know the Induction Time Epoxy paints come in two parts: the paint itself and its curing agent or catalyst. You get them both when you buy them at the…
Hi, Lettie! I heard about the Boysen 200 mL samples and would like to purchase some. Would I be able to order and pay for them online? How about same-day delivery? Would I be able to have them picked up via a delivery app? I’m just looking to get them as soon as possible. Please advise. Thank you for your help. From, Boysen User R Hi to you too, Boysen User R! Glad you’re interested in our Boysen 200 mL sample pots. They’re great if you want just a little bit…
Homeowners, if you’re in a happy position to get an architect and interior designer to build the house of your dreams, here are some tips on how to make it easier for them to understand what you want. 1. Intentions for the Build If the new build is not your first home, then it is good to describe your current home. It would be better if your architect and/or interior designer can visit you in your current home. Show and tell what works for you and what doesn’t so the information…
The “ber” months are probably the most in-demand dates for weddings, especially December! However, since these months are so sought after, prices for wedding essentials skyrocket as well. So not only is it harder to book venues and suppliers during these cooler months, but it also gets more expensive! Why not consider a summer wedding instead? There are a ton of ways to bring in a cool breeze for your summer soiree, here are some ideas and the perfect summer-themed wedding color palette for you! Fan-cy Giveaways https://www.instagram.com/p/Clqi4LhIrBt/ Let’s face it.…
Life can get gloomy but if there was ever a day we can allow ourselves to be happy it’s March 20 a.k.a. International Day of Happiness! We thought we would celebrate it this year the Boysen way—with a joyous explosion of color. Are there hues associated with happiness and well-being? Let’s find out! Happiness in Recent Times “Happiness is a fundamental human goal,” says the United Nations. It’s only right that it gets its own special day. The International Day of Happiness has been around since 2013 as a way to…
I started writing about tiny living 6 years ago. The first post was about a designer’s work on renovating a 22 sqm condo to fit a family of 5! In the same year, we collaborated with SM Home to showcase the Boysen Color Trend 2017 hues. Tiny spaces were created by interior designers using the Boysen colors, and SM Home provided the furniture and home accessories to dress up the spaces. This small exhibit gave people ideas on how to make the most out of shoebox condos. Posts on Tiny Living…
Got a problem that needs solving? Boysen might just have the answer. We have a good number of products that prevent and address some of the most common issues and concerns that arise when it comes to painting. Check it out! 1. For Chalking Paint: Boysen Chalk Blocker Namumulbos? You will notice chalking as powder on the surface of your paint. Run a hand on your wall and some of it will rub off on you. If you don’t see other serious problems accompanying the chalking, an effective way to deal…
Missed Interior & Design Manila last week? Don’t fret! We have another exhibit scheduled real soon (like, tomorrow). Yes, team no-sleep (aka our exhibits and booths team) is burning the midnight oil for you guys with back to back exhibits this March with Worldbex 2023. Invitation to Worldbex 2023 One of the biggest construction expos here in the Philippines, Worldbex has literally got it all for you. Whether you’re building a house from the ground up, working on the interior decor of your space, or installing appliances, you can find it all in…
Boysen Color Trend palettes usually have six paint colors to a palette. These colors are carefully curated so that you can mix and match colors in a palette with ease. For this post however, I am pairing two paint colors from different palettes from Boysen Color Trends 2015 up to the latest one. Many of us would like to go the safe route and choose neutrals like white, beige, greige, taupe. This is easy and expedient. Or you could also go that extra mile and make a bedroom that shows your…
Hi, Lettie. I have exteriors that are already painted with Boysen Acrytex. It has lasted me a long time but now I’m planning to repaint it. I’ll be using Acrytex again but I have a few questions that I hope you can answer. First, what is the procedure for painting Acrytex over Acrytex? Do I have to scrape my old paint? Second, can I apply a skimcoat over my old paint and then apply the new Acrytex? Thank you very much in advance for your help. Looking forward to your response!…
Pinterest is proud to say that in the last 3 years, its prediction reports had an 80% accuracy. Pinterest further says that it does not predict trends. Instead, it comes out with “not-yet-trending reports” which give a peek into what’s brewing in the future. Personally, I do not feel that this is a stretch. There were 445 million active users in Pinterest in the third quarter of 2022. Pinterest is the platform where users go to plan their projects in a visual way. 85% of pinners go to Pinterest when they…
It’s time for a change. Let’s repaint your bedroom! The Bloom palette from the Boysen Color Trend 2022/23 collection is a combination of pinks, blues, and one mustard yellow. Here are reasons why you should use them in your bedroom and ideas on how to do it. Wistful Lilac BCT21-7434S Purple is the color of subtlety, sensitivity, and artistic expression. It’s thought to be magical as well—just like how dreams are. This paint color, Wistful Lilac, has light blue and pale violet tones with an undertone of gray. Restful and calming,…
Warm neutral hues like beige or greige will never go out of style so if you don’t want to follow the #teamputi trend, then do explore these shades. Paint Your Interiors Beige Over the decades, beige has gone through cycles of being called classical to boring to trendy to blah to stunning. Thank God beige is not a person, otherwise, it would end up schizophrenic. Now, some naysayers of “boring” and “clinical” white recommend the use of beige for interiors. However, if you love white and you want your interiors to…
Welcome to another year of booths, exhibits, and the like! Let’s kick off another exciting and productive year with the Interior & Design Manila 2023. Interior & Design Manila 2023 The first of many exhibits scheduled this 2023, Interior & Design Manila will happen on March 9 to 11, that’s from Thursday to Saturday. As always, this exhibit will be in the SMX Convention Center Pasay, inside the Mall of Asia Compound. What can you expect in Interior & Design Manila 2023? Definitely a lot of interior styling options such as…