Today is the International Day of Friendship. I wanted to highlight this because since March 2020, it has not been easy having get-togethers with friends and family from other households. We’ve stayed away from each other because we care about each other. All of us who are living with this…
More and more titas and titos are welcoming plants into their homes. I have my fingers crossed this isn’t just a passing trend for most. Aside from their positive effects on one’s health and well-being, plants have the power to elevate and enhance the space they’re in. They add aesthetic…
So you’re thinking of repainting a room in your home and you want to do it yourself. You’ve never tried painting before and, understandably, you don’t know where to begin. Right off the bat, congratulations! Your willingness to learn and try something new is already commendable. And don’t worry, the…
I’ve always dreamt of having my very own beach house somewhere. Preferably in an isolated beach far away from the crowds. The house should be small. Nothing too big. I don’t want to spend my time away there cleaning and maintaining the house. But just because it’s small, it doesn’t…
Just like when we helped you choose the right paint product for home concrete exteriors, here is your handy guide to buying paint for your kitchen. Whether you want sleek and glossy or bright and colorful, this is your reference list for the top choice paint products for home kitchens…
We take color inspiration from everywhere—food included! A lot of delicious dishes and ingredients we encounter come in the most vibrant and delicate hues. And today, we’re all here to appreciate just a handful of the wonderful colors some of our most beloved food comes in. Here are 5 colors…
We’ve got a video tutorial on how to make grunge-style walls using cling wrap. So to those who love the grunge music genre, fashion and interiors, this is for you! History of Grunge The grunge interior style started in France in the early 19th century when the aristocrats wanted a…
You can rest easy. All Boysen paint products are lead safe. But what is it about lead that makes it so dangerous anyway? Why make sure the paint we use for our homes don’t contain any lead? Here’s what you need to know about lead, how it harms the body,…
Dreaming of your dream home? Same here. Yes, the aesthetics are important. That’s probably the top hit for most people who are planning to construct a new home. But, do you know what’s also important? Making your home as sustainable and energy efficient as possible. It’s a win-win for you…
Mosquitoes are not just annoying pests that cause itchy bites, they’re disease carriers too. With the rainy season upon us, we have to be vigilant about the protective measures we can do to make sure our homes and families are kept safe. Include Boysen Bug Off in this list. Small…
Throughout the year, our Technical Team and social media channels get a lot of questions about the Boysen Plexibond Cementitious Waterproofing System. By the way, hindi siya Flexibond, Plexibond siya, with a P as in Pinas. If you search for Plexibond in this Let it B blog, you will find seven posts…
There’s more to buying paint than choosing a color. You have to make sure it’s the right type of paint for the job. And seeing the labels on the shelves upon shelves of paint in the hardware store (with terms like acrylic, alkyd, and enamel) can easily overwhelm. To point…
When we think of colors in a kitchen, the first images that come to mind are of wooden and marble accents, glossy and stainless steel finishes, and colors in white and shades of gray. Go-to elements are classics for a reason—they’re hard to go wrong and work well in a…
Negative space in interior design is a positive thing. It’s that space that allows you to move from room to room with ease. Energy flows freely around the home, just like the people in it. Negative space also showcases your much-loved objects and pieces in your home that you want…
Whenever I meet a new group of friends, for some reason, astrological zodiacs come up in the conversation. They ask me what my zodiac sign is and make assumptions about me from it. I’m not saying it’s a bad thing, though. It’s a good way to break the ice and…
Do you want to switch to #teamkulay from #teamputi, #teamindustrial, or #teamkahoy, but don’t know how to do it? Here’s a #teamkulay trick for color newbies that can make the painting of colors in your home an easy and painless adventure. The secret is to desaturate the colors you’ve chosen. We…
There could be several possible factors as to why you’re experiencing paint problems. By paint problems, we’re talking about seeing subtle or major imperfections to dry paint on a surface. Two of the reasons for common paint problems are water seepage and moisture. Paint problems caused by water seepage and…
It seems like it was just a few days ago when the whole Philippines felt like it was melting under the heat of the sun. Summer was intense. The second I stepped out of a cold shower, sweat started forming on my forehead. The rainy season is upon us now…
I admit it. Sometimes, I can be daunted with big tasks that need doing around the house. What I do love though are quick and fun things I can do to make my home a little prettier than before. For those of you who are like me, here’s a blog…