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People Primer: Shane

People Primer: Shane

November 18, 2022 3 min read

We couldn’t be happier that Shane has boomeranged back to us and is now busy helping customers achieve their design dreams by offering expert advice and providing both in-home and in-store colour consultations.
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Sweater Weather: Our Picks for the Warmest, Coziest Beiges this Season

Sweater Weather: Our Picks for the Warmest, Coziest Beiges this Season

November 01, 2022 2 min read

It seems everyone has tried to escape the seasonal blahs by building cozy home nests feathered with hygge flair – faux furs, chunky knits, natural woods and candles, sooo many candles –  recreating the warm, fuzzy feelings of, say, mom’s homemade soup, a favourite sweatshirt or a hug. 
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Benjamin Moore Raspberry Blush 2008-30 Color of the Year 2023

2023 Colour Trends Turn Heads

October 13, 2022 2 min read

Like shiny red sports cars turn heads and stunning red dresses at weddings upstage brides, Benjamin Moore’s charismatic Colour of the Year 2023 is a scene stealer that exudes confidence and demands attention. Every. Time.
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Benjamin Moore Color of the Year 2023: Raspberry Blush 2008-30 at Barrydowne Paint in Sudbury, ON

Benjamin Moore Colour of the Year 2023: Raspberry Blush 2008-30

October 12, 2022 2 min read

Bold is BACK, baby! Benjamin Moore has made a brazen statement by choosing the charismatic Raspberry Blush 2008-30 as its 2023 Colour of the Year.
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Benjamin Moore Color of the Year Rewind

Benjamin Moore Colour Trends Rewind

October 05, 2022 2 min read

With Benjamin Moore’s 2023 Colour of the Year being announced shortly, we’re traveling back in time for a blast from the past to look at the choices unveiled over the past decade. Each one perfectly captured the look and feel of that moment in time, reflecting the year’s global trends in art, fashion and interior design.
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Barrydowne Paint- White can be warn after labour day

YES, YOUR HOME CAN WEAR WHITE AFTER LABOUR DAY (SO GET OVER IT!)

September 01, 2022 2 min read

The old school thinking that you can’t wear white after Labor Day is as silly as believing you can’t drink coffee on days that end in Y. And we simply don’t want to live in a world where either is true. 

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Don’t Wreck That Deck! Preserve Your Wood Stain With Simple TLC

Don’t Wreck That Deck! Preserve Your Wood Stain With Simple TLC

June 01, 2022 3 min read

Building a deck is not cheap, and staining it is often an arduous task. Fortunately, with some easy preventative maintenance, you can protect your investment and keep your outdoor living space looking good for longer than you imagined.
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Freshen Up Your Curb Appeal: 6 Steps to Paint Your Front Door

Freshen Up Your Curb Appeal: 6 Steps to Paint Your Front Door

April 08, 2022 3 min read

Have you heard the phrase, “You will never get a second chance to make a first impression”? As many have experienced this first hand, they understand how crucial a first impression is. But first impressions don’t start when you say the first hello, first impressions start when the newcomer walks up the front steps to your door.
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Making an Entrance: Home Updates to Tackle This Weekend

Making an Entrance: Home Updates to Tackle This Weekend

March 25, 2022 2 min read

Weekends are a treasured time to spend catching up on chores or relaxing with friends and family, but they’re also the perfect time to tackle some of those small projects that will make your space more functional and inviting. Updating your front door with paint and hardware is a simple and impactful project that can be completed over a long weekend.

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Meet The Creativepreneur: Kat’s Embroidery in Sudbury

Meet The Creativepreneur: Kat’s Embroidery

December 10, 2021 2 min read

We couldn’t be prouder of the Barrydowne Paint team members who have recently branched out to start their own creative and crafty endeavours. Meet Kat’s Embroidery, specializing in a wide range of apparel featuring uniquely customized hand embroidered, machine embroidered or heat-transfer vinyl messaging. 
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Brook and Vanessa the creators of Lennox & Lamb in Sudbury

Meet The Creativepreneurs: Lennox & Lamb

December 10, 2021 2 min read

We couldn’t be prouder of the Barrydowne Paint team members who have recently branched out to start their own creative and crafty endeavours. Meet Lennox & Lamb, a handcrafted home décor shop.
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Teena, the creator of Baas Collections in Sudbury

Meet The Creativepreneur: Baas Collections

December 10, 2021 2 min read

We couldn’t be prouder of the Barrydowne Paint team members who have recently branched out to start their own creative and crafty endeavours. Meet Baas Collections, a paper goods shop with a difference.
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