Pete The Painter Inc.

11/04/2026

"Interior design trends come and go, but elevating paint colors tend to stay the same. If you want to give your living room a luxurious look without a hefty renovation, then a new paint of coat will definitely do the trick."

Read this article: "Designers Shared the 5 Living Room Paint Colors They Think Always Look Timeless and High-End."

Looking to upgrade your living room? From soft neutrals to moody hues, these five designer-selected paint colors instantly refresh any living room.

11/02/2026

"October is the last comfortable month to work outside. Here is what I would do on my own house before the cold settles in, and what I would leave for spring."

Check out more of "Five things to do outside this month."

Caulk, doors, decks, and gutters now, so the paint makes it through winter. Plus three new guides from the website.

10/30/2026

"Every fall, paint brands tell us which color they’d like us to live with next year, and plenty of us nod politely and keep our walls white. 2027 might be the year that changes.

By my count, six brands have named their Colors of the Year, and this time, they’re telling a surprisingly similar story. Think mossy olive, soft sage, a smoky blue, and a warm, clay-like neutral. No neon, no big statement—just color that feels like it came out of the ground."

Find out more about "Goodbye, All-White Rooms: These are 2027’s Paint Colors Of the Year."

Stay ahead of the trend with 2027 paint colors. Designer Kristen Ekeland shares how to incorporate these shades into your home effortlessly.

10/28/2026

"With the end of the year soon approaching, Benjamin Moore & Co. revealed its pick for Color of the Year 2027 – a rich green hue called Webster Green HC-130.

In an Oct. 14 announcement, the Montvale-based paint, color and coatings brand described its selection as a “confident,” “adaptable” and “impactful.”

Benjamin Moore Vice President of Brand, Color & Integrated Marketing Andrea Magno shared, “For 2027, our focus centered on the green color family. When we looked across the past, present and future of color trends, variations on green consistently demonstrated remarkable staying power.”"

Continue to read this article on "Benjamin Moore names 2027 Color of the Year"

Benjamin Moore of Montvale unveils Webster Green HC-130 as its 2027 color of the year, highlighting a rich green hue with timeless appeal.

10/26/2026

House painters in Northbrook, IL, and the North Shore
Since 1969
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From Dull to Dazzling
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Interior and exterior painting for North Shore homes, by the crew that has painted your neighbors’ houses since 1969. Pete walks every estimate himself and puts the price in writing.

10/23/2026

"Country kitchens are an aspiring goal for many of us, and they don't just exist in farmland territory. Wherever you live, you can create a cosy, farmhouse-style culinary space, and it's even easier when you know the best paint colours for a country kitchen."

Learn more about "3 best paint colours for a country kitchen that oozes warmth and character."

Farmhouse-style kitchen on your wish list?

10/21/2026

"Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams are once again jointly unveiling their annual Color of the Year—and this year’s pick feels both invigorating and calming. Meet Celery (SW 6421), a muted green with yellow undertones that pairs beautifully with both warm and cool tones."

Find out more about "Sherwin-Williams’ 2027 Color of the Year Is an Unexpected Breath of Fresh Air."

This happy hue pairs with a range of colors to bring a calming touch of nature to any space.

10/19/2026

Exterior Painting

Lake effect weather is hard on paint. Moisture is the number one reason North Shore exteriors peel after a year or two, and skipped prep is number two. Our exterior work starts with a walk-around where I look at moisture, wear, caulk, and bare wood. Then we power wash, scrape, sand, prime bare spots, caulk the gaps, and paint in the right conditions. Siding, soffits, fascia, shutters, porches, brick, and stucco each get the product built for them.

Wood, fiber cement, and aluminum siding
Brick and stucco with masonry-rated coatings
Trim, shutters, porches, railings, and columns
Front doors and garage doors, painted or refinished
Decks and fences, cleaned, stained, and sealed
Power washing, gutter cleaning, and light carpentry repairs

10/16/2026

"These designs prove beige is anything but boring. For a timeless, neutral color that plays well with others, consider bringing beige into your kitchen's design."

Continue reading this article on "20 Beautiful Beige Kitchens."

These designs prove beige is anything but boring. For a timeless, neutral color that plays well with others, consider bringing beige into your kitchen's design.

10/14/2026

"There tends to be a specific handful of paint colors homeowners regret in their living rooms. Every person is different, but there’s a clear pattern of shades that don’t serve the walls of these rooms as well as others."

Read more about "We Asked Designers Which Living Room Paint Colors People Regret Most—And We’ve All Considered at Least One."

These are the paint colors homeowners regret using in their living rooms, according to designers. Plus, alternatives for greater longevity.