Dear Lettie, I’m planning to paint my trellis but I’m confused about what paint to use. Gawa siya sa galvanized iron, nasa labas ng bahay at walang existing paint. I appreciate your suggestions! Thank you. From, Needs Recommendations Hi, Needs Recommendations. Let’s paint your trellis! Mayroon na akong mga naisip na pintura na puwede mong gamiting. For painting a galvanized iron trellis that is outdoors, you have several options. Here are my paint recommendations: 1. Boysen Quick Drying Enamel Boysen Quick Drying Enamel is an alkyd-type paint. Puwede itong gamitin sa…

Kriz is back! For those who are following this blog just now, you may not know her. She’s this joyful and charming bundle of energy and resident crafter who makes Let it B’s DIY projects fun and easy to follow. For this Christmas, we’re gonna be treated to 4 Krizmas crafts, starting with this belen (nativity scene) lightbox. I wouldn’t say this craft project is a breeze, especially for someone like me who is all thumbs and can get impatient. But it’s certainly doable. And what’s more, it is quite original.…

You may not need paint thinner, sometimes also called reducer, if you’re only repainting room walls with latex paint. If you’re serious about becoming a capable painter though, chances are high you’ll need it. The thinner appropriate for your project can simply be just plain water from your tap or a specific product you need to buy at a hardware store. Whatever the case, here are some dos and don’ts you should know about them. Do Know Why You’re Thinning Your Paint If you’re applying paint with a spray gun, you…

We’re racing towards the end of November and the jolly good tidings of Christmas have the Philippines in a tight vice grip. It’s time for some fun, food, and festivities all the way through December. And January, if you count eating leftover spaghetti and roast chicken from all those Christmas parties. Christmas is such a fun but chaotic season. Yes, you finally get to have a family reunion. But at the same time, “Oh no!” it’s another family reunion. It’s your nosy aunts and uncles’ time to shine with their overtly…

For painting on high-touch wooden and metal surfaces like kitchen cabinets, Boysen Quick Drying Enamel is indisputable and a bestseller for several good reasons. First, it’s named as such because it really is fast-drying. Boysen’s Research and Development Team developed it to be so which resulted in a drying time of just 6 to 8 hours. Compare this to other enamel paints in the market that can take up to 36 hours to dry. Boysen Quick Drying Enamel is also reliably durable with a high gloss finish so whatever you paint…

A fresh coat of paint on your ceiling can create a remarkable difference in a room. If you’re thinking of DIYing the task, we’re here to support you. Here’s your quick guide to the basics of painting your ceiling. Before You Paint Protect Furniture and Floors As with any other paint project, cleanup is made a lot quicker if you’re prepared for splatters. It’s best to remove furniture from the room to prevent getting paint on them and to make it easier for you to move around while you paint. Cover…

I am drinking my favorite barako coffee while writing this post. I do love a good cuppa, don’t you? It’s good to have the smell of coffee wafting around the home. That and the smell of baked bread. Beats having lavender or green tea aroma oil being infused, although I do that too, just not when I am brewing coffee. Here is the last video tutorial for this coffee corner series, which offers some useful and simple design tips to snazz up that part of your home. Design Tips for Your…

Need wall paint inspiration? We’ve got you. Today, we’re using the Boysen Color Trend 2022/23 Bloom palette to color different rooms in the home. The Bloom palette features bold and sophisticated hues. So, if this is what you want for your home, you’ve come to the right place. Painting all the walls a striking color may be too much for some. Remember you’re also free to use these for accent walls or even as inspiration for the other items in your home. Bedroom Wistful Lilac BCT21-7434S Time to turn your bedroom…

October inflation at 14-year high…that’s the title of a local article that economists explain with numbers. We all know that behind those numbers are what we all experience daily as we are faced with increases in food, beverage, rent, energy prices, and so on. The news tells us many reasons for the challenges we are faced today, from rising oil prices, disruption of supply chains, typhoons, stringent Covid containment strategies by the world’s manufacturing powerhouse China, etc., etc., etc. Right now in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, COP 27 is taking place. It…

Are you the type to always play it safe? I know I am. Once I like a certain dish in a certain restaurant, for sure I’ll be ordering the same thing over and over again. If I like a particular shirt, I’d buy it in all the colors and won’t try anything else. It may be the same when we paint our homes. Most of the time, we play it safe and opt for more neutral colors like whites and other neutral colors. We justify this choice with things like “It’ll…

Lacquer paint products are the go-to when you want a glossy and durable finish on wooden surfaces like kitchen cabinets, doors, wooden furniture, and wooden panels. With that, you’re most likely choosing Boysen Clear Gloss Lacquer (if you want a glossy clear finish) or Boysen Automotive Lacquer (if you want a glossy colored finish). But, when painting on wooden surfaces, the possibility of problems arising from exposure to moisture can’t be overlooked. Get extra protection and make the effort you put into your paint project worth more with the addition of…

Are you one of those who want to create something with your own hands but have never tried it, or worse, seem to be all thumbs? Or are you super ambitious when looking for art projects and end up overthinking so nothing gets done? Well, if you’re any of those, you’ve come to the right place. This is a very easy artwork to attempt. Watch. Pick Your Color Palette Before you start your artwork, choose your colors first. For the artwork in the video, we’ve chosen a turquoise blue and lemon…

Have you heard of Boysen Bug Off? It’s an innovative anti-insect paint and here’s how it can be useful to pet owners too. Boysen Bug off for Pet Owners Unfortunately, spots at home where pets hang around can also be areas that are enticing to insects. Our beloved animal companions and their food and waste can attract all manner of bugs, particularly nasty pests. In situations like this, getting rid of the bugs can be trickier. Traditional pest control methods like spraying insecticide and poisoned bait can pose harm to furry…

Feeling the burnout at work? Can’t seem to get through your unending daily to-do list? Always remember that it’s important to schedule some much needed “me time.” It gives our mind, body, and soul the chance to recharge and bounce back with more vigor than ever. Don’t forget to clear out clutter in the home. Take the time to sweep and wipe down surfaces. A tidy space results in a tidy mind. Balance is key. Take it one step further by creating stability in your home and life with nourishing color…

Dear Lettie, I have a paint color swatch from a different brand but would like it as Boysen paint. Does Boysen do color matching? Thanks! From, Color Finder Hi, Color Finder. I’m glad to hear Boysen is your choice of paint! We have over a thousand colors to choose from so your options are far from limited. Sadly, however, we do not do close color matching. I can recommend something else instead—look through the Boysen color collection! See which is the most similar to the swatch you have or maybe you’ll…

Have you noticed how beautifying something seems to usually start with cleaning, curating, organizing? So if you want to organize your coffee corner, you’d get exactly that and more. After installing those floating shelves for all the coffee abubot, let’s move on to prettifying it even further by organizing it. Here are the things to do when you want to organize a coffee corner. These tips can also be used for other areas around the home. 1  Pick a color palette Choose a color palette that appeals to you. There are…

Missed the launch of our new exhibition booth Boysen Color Library last Worldbex 2022? No need to worry, we’ll be featuring the same exhibit during Philconstruct Manila 2022! So, if you’re looking into doing some home renovations or finding the perfect color palette for your living space, head on over to SMX to experience color like never before at the Boysen Color Library booth! Invitation to Philconstruct Manila 2022 Like most construction expos, Philconstruct Manila was on a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Now, with easing restrictions, Philconstruct Manila is…

Those famous blue stairs in Chefchaouen, Morocco? Practically everyone who has Instagram has come across a post of it already—with a fashionably dressed and perfectly posed influencer in the photo as well, of course. Set your sights on somewhere new. Add these colorful sites in Asia (and relatively near the Philippines!) to your travel bucket list. 1. Rainbow Village, Taiwan https://www.instagram.com/p/CFRNHsKpZ_9/ There’s a beautiful story behind the Rainbow Village in Taiching, Taiwan. It all started in 2007 when then-84-year-old Huang Yong-fu learned that his village was to be demolished and sold…

A lot of things happen when the clock strikes twelve. Are you still up working on a project? Or is there someone running through your mind, keeping you up at night? Whether it be heartbreaks or sweet nothings, we’re here to keep the vibe going with some midnight-inspired moodboards. Crowd Pleaser Our minds are filled with an influx of expectations we can never reach and ideals we can never realize. Lying down in bed staring at the ceiling is not the best way to end (or start) the day. Let this…