Man installing office doors.
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Looking for creative lighting solutions? I was named a Redfin expert.

You can find my tips in their latest article: "How to Light a Room with No Overhead Lighting"

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Two rectangular, clear blue plastic paint trays are shown, each containing a blob of light-colored paint, likely an off-white or very pale beige. The trays are sitting on a crinkled clear plastic drop cloth.
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My second attempt at the perfect office paint color

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We're a blog that embraces the messy middle of home improvement.

Our 1996 Cape Cod-style house is undergoing a dramatic makeover, and we are excited to share every step of the process with you. Follow along as we dive headfirst into our major home renovation.

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