Hi Homies, In this blog, we’ve often talked about trends, like color or interior design trends. However, we have been consistent about one thing, and that is each of us should follow our style instead of trying to make a home that fits a trend. Let’s face it, following interior design trends would be so impractical and wasteful. Fashion trends change annually, even per season with their winter, summer, spring, and fall fashions. Since the worlds of fashion and interior design influence each other, it is not surprising that parallels happen.…
Hello, Lettie. Puwede ba gamitin ang Plexibond sa loob ng cistern tank? Thank you. From, Boysen User J — Hello rin po, Boysen User J. Thank you for your message! Masaya ako na naisip niyo ang Boysen para sa project niyo. Kaya lang hindi puwedeng gamiting ang Boysen Plexibond sa loob ng cistern tank. Kahit na for waterproofing ang Plexibond, hindi siya formulated for use sa mga submerged areas katulad ng ponds, pools, at sa loob ng tanks. At sa ngayon, wala kaming produkto na babagay sa project niyo. Kung hindi…
The first time I saw advent calendars was in the late 80s when I went to Germany during the holiday season. They were displayed prominently in the supermarket, big boxes that had dates on them from December 1 to 24, with perforations around the numbers. I asked my sister, who had lived in Germany for decades, what they were. The advent calendar has its roots in Germany. It was a visual aid, so to speak, to help in the devotional practice of anticipating Christmas day. However, in the 19th century, it…
For your home exteriors, you want paint that’s durable, long-lasting, and able to withstand harsh rains so you don’t get water seepage and leaks. Enter Boysen Acrytex. If you think you know quite a fair bit about this paint product, this quiz is for you. Like this quiz? Check out Fun, Games & More for more quizzes and other amusing, exciting, and entertaining blog posts!
Christmas traffic jams. Christmas shopping and sales. Christmas parties. Nowadays, these are the things that punctuate this merry season. With that said, there still exists enduring and truly Pinoy elements that color our Christmas culture. Parol A prominent symbol of a Pinoy Christmas is the parol. The parol, whose name is taken from the Spanish word farol meaning “lantern”, is a star-shaped lantern hung by Filipinos on the outside of their homes during the Christmas season. It’s common for school children to be given parol-making as a project before they go…
In the last post about the 7 Colors of the Ancient World, we discussed the enigmatic Egyptian Blue. Yet again, we’ll be taking you a few millennia back to look at the historical colors used by ancient societies. In this article, we’re deep diving into the color of royalty and the elites, Tyrian Purple! What is Tyrian Purple? “Tyrian” means that it originated in the independent city-state of Tyre of the ancient Phoenician civilization. In present day geography, the city of Tyre is now under the country of Lebanon. Established at…
“White Christmas” has been around since the 1940s, and many (older) Pinoys may still sing this with gusto. Singing “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas,” in this tropical country is contrary to say the least, but hey, if it brings back good memories of past Christmases, why not? Walang basagan ng trip. Since we don’t have treetops that glisten and children who listen to hear sleigh bells in the snow (because sleigh bells and snow are non-existent in this country), how do we have a white Christmas? With paint! So if…
Rusting is a problem best dealt with now rather than later. If you’re new to conquering rust, this quick guide provides a good starting point. We’ll tell you which materials, tools, and products you’ll need to prepare. Plus, we’ll also give a brief overview of what you need to do with them to deal with the rust on your metal surface. Ready? First, here is a list that includes the materials you’ll need for rust removal. What You Need to Remove Rust Tools and Materials Sandpaper (120 to 140 grits) Steel…
There are quite a few ways to get your hands on a paint color that you’re after. There’s checking if it’s readily available in stores. Then, there’s getting it mixed at a Boysen Mix & Match station. And, there’s also using Boysen tinting colors! Boysen tinting colors, also called colorants, allow you to mix your own paint colors. All you need is a container of white paint of the product of your choice and its corresponding Boysen tinting colors. Boysen’s tinting colors come in 1/4-liter pots and in several hues. You…
There is no such thing as being too prepared when it comes to getting ready for the arrival of a baby. Aside from getting your newborn’s essentials ready, consider prepping your nursery early on as well. You’ll probably spend most of your day in there with your new bundle of joy. Here are some of the best colors to try out for a nursery. Baby Blues Gender stereotyping aside, there’s a good reason why blue is on top of this list. The first few months after childbirth can be quite chaotic.…
Use trowel power to deck your walls with paint just like Dave did. Remember the faux concrete wall he made a few weeks back? In case you haven’t seen it, just click on the link. This week, Dave decided to make an accent wall using three light blues, a really dark one, with a subdued red as “icing” in the mix. He made an abstract textured wall while cheekily saying that you don’t need an art degree to do it. And he’s right! All you need is a maskipaps attitude to pull…
If motivation feels like it’s slipping away from you, maybe it’s time for a change. Clock in with a bit more pep in your step! Let’s refresh your home office with the Bloom palette from the Boysen Color Trend 2022/23 collection. See if these paint colors go with your work desk: Wistful Lilac BCT21-7434S Looking for that “just right” color? Wistful Lilac, a purple hue, may just be it. Purple is a blend of red, a high-energy color, and blue, a calming color. This puts it in the sweet spot for…
According to the interior design world, color drenching is back. Color drenching means that surfaces in a room—walls, ceilings, doors, trims, baseboards—are coated with the same color. It can go as far as having accessories, furniture, and fabrics in the same color. What’s more, most avant garde designers use bold and vibrant hues. Now that would make even me hesitate, despite being sometimes too rash for my own good. I am sure that if I would pause just thinking about painting surfaces with one intense color, this may strike fear in…
Good day! I’m looking for a neutral off-white or beige paint color for my exterior walls. I bought Winter Morning and Sedona but I was hoping for a shade between the two. Maybe a warmer Winter Morning? What would you recommend? Also, may I know the best soft off-white or beige for interiors for a common area? I will use the Winter Morning I bought for the bedrooms. Thank you. From, Boysen User K Hi, Boysen User K. Thanks for choosing Boysen! Winter Morning and Sedona are good picks if you’re…
Fall is such a lovely and cozy time of the year. Now, unfortunately, we don’t really have a fall season here in the Philippines. But who’s to stop us from partaking in autumnal activities anyway? And with the cooler November air wafting around the metro, it doesn’t sound too far-fetched, right? Inject some cozy fall vibes into your living space with these autumn-inspired accent walls! Maple Leaves If only the coconut and mango trees that line our streets turn into brilliant shades of red and orange, am I right? In lieu…
After Undas, comes the big celebration of the year. The Christmas season is waiting in the wings so if you want to dress up your home for the Yuletide, then now is the time to unpack all the tinsel and baubles. The tree is arguably the pièce de résistance. If you are the type to want something unique that has clearly your fingerprints all over it, then be like Dave and make your own. For this video, Dave made his own stackable Christmas tree shelf. Yup, you heard that right. It’s…
Chalking is a paint problem. And, if you want to repaint walls that are chalking, you will need to treat the chalking first. Engineer Kim is here to tell you how to do just that in this episode of Boysen’s PinTanong Videoserye! Concrete walls are low-touch surfaces. There’s usually little reason to touch them unless there’s a need to, like when cleaning and repainting. When you do though and notice a powdery residue that rubs off on your hand, that’s chalking. You would not want to repaint over chalking paint as…
Planning a home renovation or construction can be extremely daunting. Make the experience a breeze by going to one of the biggest construction trade fairs in the country. Philconstruct Manila is happening in the next few days! And the best part? The Boysen Color Library booth will be there too for all your paint and color needs. Invitation to Philconstruct Manila This three-day event is set to happen from November 9 to 12, Thursday to Sunday. Because of how big this trade show is, exhibitors are split into two locations: SMX…
Skimcoat, putty, and patching compound—are these all the same? Some may think yes but the correct answer is no, they are not. Though they all are used to fix imperfections on concrete, they do not all pertain to one thing. Where it can get confusing, and where many Pinoys get mixed up, is what their differences are and when exactly to use one over the other. We’re here to help. This is your crash course to skimcoat, putty, and patching compound. Skimcoat Let’s say you have new concrete and you see…