Have you ever wondered why sometimes when you walk inside a newly renovated room the initial reaction is to say “Amoy pintura”? Painting or finishing is usually one of the last steps in any construction or renovation process. Most probably, what you’re smelling in the room is actually the odor…
One of the most common substrates that we use for our homes is wood. Here is Bea showing Boysen’s two paint systems for this type of surface. Boysen’s Enamel-Based Paint System There are two products that you can use for wood, found in both interiors and exteriors. It’s the enamel-based…
Iloilo, something exciting is coming your way this July. Worldbex Services International, the same hosts for Worldbex Construction Expo held in Metro Manila, is presenting the first ever installment of the Philippine Building and Construction Expo (PHILBEX) Iloilo! With over 130 booths featuring both local and interational suppliers, this latest…
Dolce far niente…the sweetness of doing nothing. That’s how it was described in the 2010 film Eat, Pray, Love. Others would define it as pleasant idleness, or as Meriem-Webster puts it, “pleasant relaxation in carefree idleness.” I read somewhere though that Italians hardly use this cliché, but they do practice…
Step aside, millennial pink. A new darling color may have just arrived. And it may not be the hue you’ve been expecting. Here Comes Burnt Orange People may be getting sick of pink in large part because we see it everywhere already. There’s too much pink, says Lauren Chiu to…
Rainy day blues are real. Don’t let it get you down. Find something to do at home that’s productive and maybe even enjoyable! Here are some suggestions from the Boysen Color Trend 2022/23 Bloom palette. Update Your Guest Bedroom Don’t let unannounced guests catch you off-guard. Have your guest bedroom…
Hi, Lettie! I have my house painted with Boysen Permacoat in Tulle White. I like the color but the rain has made it dirty. I want to switch to Boysen Wallguard because it has better dirt resistance but I think the readily available color is too white. I was told…
If you’ve ever wondered what you would need epoxy paint for, you’ve come to the right place. Here is your introduction to epoxy paints—what they are, when you would need them, and a few important things to keep in mind when using them. What are Epoxy Paints What differentiates epoxy…
Make your own wavy groovy mirror by following Bea’s instructions in this video. You’d need some basic carpentry skills. However, you can also have the carpentry part done by someone else if all you want to do is paint. She made it even more fancy by adding lights around the…
Wow, half of 2023 has already come and gone. I don’t know about you but the last few months have gone by in a blur for me. Now that we’re halfway through the year, let’s take a moment to step back and think of ways to shake things up! Whether…
Space is a luxury. Though we all have our own preferences for the perfect room size, sometimes, we can’t help but wish a room was more spacious than it actually is. In making a small room feel larger, brighter, and airier, color and light are your allies. The right colors…
There are so many hacks in the internet now, like how to put on makeup…and shave off 10 years from your face, as well as 20 pounds from your frame…NOT. At Boysen, we love beauty and paint…architectural paint, that is. We checked out a few paint hacks found on the…
With climate change upon us, there’s now a more urgent call for each of us to do our part in caring for the environment. We’ve talked about Boysen’s green initiatives before and its line of eco-friendly products. If you need just a little bit more convincing to make the switch,…
BOYSEN Elasti-kote is a 100% acrylic, water-based elastomeric wall paint. It has superior crack bridging ability due to its excellent elongation and tensile strength. It covers hairlines cracks and crevices and prevents the emergence of unsightly efflorescence. Ideal for exterior concrete surfaces, it provides good waterproofing and protection for high-rise…
I wrote about Pinterest’s 2023 trends for the home, where the hipstoric home was mentioned. Hipstoric style is the marriage of vintage and modern, the coming together of old and new. Some of the words that define this aesthetic are vintage, retro, pre-loved, antique, eco-conscious, eclectic, upcycled, and authentic. This…
Triumph and healing can take many forms—even as miniature barong-barong houses. Artist Nhoda Muñoz found admiration from fellow Filipinos, respite from his mental struggles, and a new career path through creating small-scale renditions of the homes from his childhood. And Boysen is honored to play a role in his work…
Mark your calendars because Philconstruct Visayas is happening in the next few days. If you’re toying with the idea of renovating your space, take this as a sign to take the leap. Phiconstruct Visayas has a lot of construction suppliers lined up for you from roofing, floorings, and of course,…
Boysen Quick Drying Enamel is the go-to paint product for a good number of things around the house. This includes metal gates and furniture, wooden cabinets and shelves, and other surfaces made of the mentioned materials. If you’re planning on painting with it anytime soon, the Boysen Technical Service Department…
We are starting a new series of DIY video tutorials with Bea (or B as her friends call her). Fitting for a blog that’s called Let it B. This is her first episode where she makes a key dish where she puts her keys right where she can find them…