When clients tell me they just want white, I often smile to myself, knowing that there are approximately 20 shades of white………….and that is just with one paint company. Choosing the right shade of white can be harder than choosing a darker or brighter colour. When choosing a white the first step is to see […]
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How to Choose the Perfect Colour – Tips from our Colour Consultant
Your home should be a reflection of who you are and represent the things you love and are comfortable with, so when it comes to choosing the “perfect” colour there is no real formula…………..colour is such a personal choice. I always tell my clients to look at pictures in magazines or on Pinterest etc and […]
Storing Paint – How to Store Leftover Paint
The key to successful paint storage is to keep it in a cool dry place. A dry basement is a good place to store paint, but wherever you decide to store your leftover paint, be sure to avoid places with high moisture because metal paint cans will quickly form rust around the lid and when […]
History on Baker Brothers Painters in Brisbane
We have just found this photo of Baker Paint Manufacturers’ Shop in Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley. A little history on Baker Brothers Painters throughout the generations. In 1890, our Grandfathers’ cousin, Enoch Baker first became a painter. In 1910, Steve and Hec (Grandfather to Chris and Tony) became Baker Brothers Painters with Enoch opening up […]
Sponsorship
We have just renewed our sponsorship with Wilston-Grange Australian Football Club for the 2017 Season. Baker Brothers Painters has had a long standing relationship with Wilston-Grange Gorillas starting with our late Father, Col Baker back in the 1970’s and we are very excited to continue our loyalty and sponsorship with this great Football Club. Wilston-Grange […]
Exterior House Painting Testimonial
We have helped another happy client achieve their house goals by painting the exterior of their house in Seventeen Mile Rocks in Brisbane. He took advantage of our free colour consultancy to get the right colours that not only look great and modern, but are durable in our hot, summer climate. Bruce writes: “We are very […]
Home Painting Tip
Here is another painting tip if you’re thinking of doing some DIY painting in your Brisbane home. Always start from the top and start by doing the ceiling, cornices and edges where the wall meets the ceiling. Then move on to walls, doors and window frames. It’s important to start from the ceiling as this allows for […]
South Bank House preferred painting firm
We are still the preferred Painter for South Bank facilities. The South Bank House is about to get a fresh new look thanks to our painting services in Brisbane, so keep a look out for our signs and come and say hi!