Working out is the last thing on your mind when you have a bajillion other things on your to do list. But, exercising has a ton of benefits. Not just for your body, but also for your mind. Make it a point to move your body for at least 30…
These are the six paint colors of the MOVE paint color palette of Boysen Color Trend 2022/23. Move and get your blood flowing with these colors in your home. The four warm, intense colors are balanced by two light neutral ones. These colors could best work for spaces in your…
Philippine rains can be torrential which makes preparing for the rainy season a must for every household. For new homes, this can include choosing construction and paint products specifically for keeping water and moisture out. For older homes, this means checking for holes and cracks in exterior walls and the…
Embarking on a renovation or repainting project is no small feat. It’s not something that you decide to do on a whim. Well, you still can, technically. But, it’s going to be such a huge hassle if you don’t plan ahead. You’re going to be more prone to making messes…
Three—that seems to be the magic number in designing interior spaces. The rule of three does not apply only to interior design but also in math, writing, photography, computer programming, aviation, etc for different reasons. In interior design, there’s a side note though: other odd numbers could also work, it’s…
Ceilings are quite often overlooked during a repainting or renovating project. Usually, they are just coated with a plain white paint in flat finish. First, this makes the room feel larger. Second, the flat finish of the paint reduces any glare from overhead lights. Practical? Yes. Boring? Sometimes. But, you…
If you’ve come across one of Let It B’s repainting guides, you’ll know that repainting over an area that already has paint on it will require you to do surface prep work. One of the steps involves either sanding the old paint so the new paint can better adhere to…
Blue lovers raise your hand! Some sources say it’s the world’s most popular favorite color. To be honest, if it really were true, it’s not that hard to believe. Blue is a beautiful color in all the well-loved shades it comes in. And, nature seems to love it too. Find…
Is minimalism really on its way out? That seems to be the consensus of popular international interior designers since 2020 when the pandemic changed the way we lived our lives. This opinion is gathering steam. Homes became multifunctional as the phenomena of work from home and online learning became the…
You wouldn’t eat soup with a fork! The right tool makes the work easier. DIYers, if you want to level up your brushes and rollers knowledge, the tips below will help. Keep them in mind the next time you’re at the hardware store choosing painting tools. In General: Check the…
Have your ever thought to yourself, “Hmm…I wonder what kind of cake I am?” Yes? Me too! Well, look no further. Let’s stave off our cravings with this delightfully delicious dessert quiz. Just answer a few simple questions to find out what kind of cake you are! Going down…
A previous post focused on a pitched roof as an important feature in our vernacular architecture, a style of building which did not involve professional architects. This is the building style of our ancestors, which used materials in the area and took local traditions into consideration. Looking at a bahay…
You’ve probably heard that the Boysen Color Trend 2022/23 collection was recently released. This year’s theme is Flourish (yup, because that’s our hope for this year and the next!) with its accompanying four new color palettes each with its own characteristics and charm. Find out the one for you in…
There is an important feature—a pitched roof—in our vernacular architecture that can best be considered by prospective homeowners before they start building their homes. Vernacular architecture is an architectural style based on the local needs for shelter and the available building materials in the area. Local traditions also play a…
To achieve the intended best results, a lot of paint products used as topcoat will require you to apply not just one but often several layers of paint—often two or three coats. Here we discuss some of the basics every DIYer needs to know about recoating. Number of Coats and…
My current status: sleep-deprived, anxiety-ridden, and perpetually clenching my gut from stress. My calendar is overfilled with meetings, deadlines, doctor’s visits, grocery trips, car maintenance schedules and so on. Even when I do get a weekend off with next to nothing on my to-do list, I’m too tired to even…
As it is Flores de Mayo, we thought it fitting to have a post dedicated to the beautiful and colorful flowers found in the Philippines. Being a tropical country, the Philippines is home to a wide variety of flora. We’ve chosen five of some of the most beloved flowers by…
Summer yum goes hand in hand with summer fun, and what can be more cooling to the palate during the hot sunshiny days than sherbet! Do I hear sorbet? Well yes, that too. Ice cream? Definitely. Although many of us are not that particular about where we get our sugar…
Repainting your home exterior walls can do wonders if you’re looking for a façade lift. A can of paint is a budget-friendly way of refreshing your home with a beautiful new coat and getting rid of unsightly stains and cracks. Already convinced? Before you head to a Boysen Mix and…