What paint color should I get for my home? That is a question we often receive at Boysen. Sometimes we would be asked something particular, like what white color can we recommend. There are those who send us pictures of homes they like and ask us what similar paint colors…
Reverse House is an unusual shift from the residential norm. Principal Architect, Ryan Paul Untivero of RU Design+Build said, “This project repositions standards of the context while valuing functionality yet creating a visually striking form.” He was briefed to create a house that is based on the concept of reverse…
It’s a common misconception that you always need paint thinner to clean your paint tools after using them. Sure, sometimes you do need thinner or reducer. But there are also times that you absolutely can, and should, just use water. It’s all in the type of paint product you used—whether…
There’s a reason why a lot of people choose to go to coffee shops or cafes to work or hang out. The smell of freshly brewed coffee is enticing, a quick sip of joe perks you up. However, working in cafes can rack up some pretty hefty expenses. Iced coffee…
One of the things I do to relax is to look at dog and cat videos on the internet. These can be needy, standoffish, friendly, loving, caring, anxious, annoying, loyal… If you’re a pet parent, then you probably have your own stories about life with your dog or cat. I…
We all get creative blocks. All we need is a reminder of the possibilities. Here, we used different color combinations in one room to show the potential of a space. We’ve made two color combos for a living room, bathroom, and kitchen using the Live color palette from the Boysen…
Good day po. Hingi lang sana ako ng tulong regarding sa positive-side waterproofing ng concrete wall na nasa underground. Pinahukay ko yung gilid ng underground wall para malagyan ng waterproofing. After ko mag-apply ng Boysen Plexibond, lalagyan ko sana ng topcat. Tapos, tatabunan na siya ng lupa. Bale, magiging exposed…
Bea tests four hacks she finds on the internet which show how paintbrushes used on water-based paints are being cleaned. Did they pass her test? Watch the video here. I can’t believe the sheer number of hacks we find in the internet! From financial advice to putting on makeup, there…
To date, I believe Boysen has a gajillion colors in our repertoire. Okay, maybe not in the gajillions, but we do have quite a lot. Sifting through hundreds of colors from brochures and fandecks, I’ve come across several interesting colors with unique color names—they’re named after food! So, here’s some…
Repairs and renovations get a little more complicated when you’ve got young kids and elderly to think about. You have to be more cautious about what you bring into your home and expose your loved ones to, especially if the materials and products could potentially be hazardous. Rest at ease…
Bea shows us in this video tutorial how to make your own pet dish riser. It involves carpentry work. So if you’re not handy, go to someone who has the tools and the skill to do this part for you. Many people consider their pets part of the family so…
Keep kalawang problems out of your home. Metal, more often than not, will rust over time. The best way to not see rust on your metal for a long while is through proper surface preparation and by choosing durable, high-quality paints, including primer. Let’s get into it. 1. Use the…
One of the best ways to inject new life into the look of your home without breaking the bank is by repainting. It does work wonders for the interiors of our homes, but let’s not forget the exteriors as well. It’s the first thing you see the moment you pull…
The global trend forecasting company WGSN predicts homestyles for 2025, one of which is living intentionally. …We are stepping into an age of living intentionally, where consumer decisions and actions will be made with a greater sense of purpose. This is a relatively recent and hugely consequential change – worrying…
Moving into your first apartment or condo? Congratulations! Leaving the nest is always so hard and scary, but can be so undeniably freeing and exciting at the same time. If you’re still scouring Pinterest or Tiktok for some condo inspirations, let the Boysen blog help you out. Take the quiz…
Primers are essential to painting concrete. Do you know when to use it? This crash course covers priming for bare concrete, priming when repainting, and important things to remember when using primer. Ready? Let’s begin. What is Primer and Why You Need It Primer is sandwiched between your concrete surface…
Dreading having to prepare meals at home because of all the hassle? Save yourself from greasy fast food and steep delivery fees by lessening the stress you feel in the kitchen. It doesn’t have to be such a fuss! Find ways to take some of the frustrations out of cooking…
In painting, cutting in means drawing a straight line using a brush to paint areas that are too tight for paint rollers, like cornices, jambs, trims, baseboards, corners or ceiling lines. If you want an even and smooth paint job, then you must learn how to paint these areas and…
Being in such a hot, humid, and rainy location like the Philippines can wreak havoc onto our homes. One specific issue that we all seem to tackle is rust. Rust starts off small, unnoticeable, usually from the tiny corners of our metal gates and railings. If left unchecked, it spreads…