Accent Walls Jazz Up Your Style

accent walls

Accent walls jazz up your home’s style! We love how a simple, burst of color enhances the design of a space. Accent walls bring a strong design statement to any room in your home. It is a fun way to maintain an edited and sophisticated look. The pop of color or texture catches the eye…

Read More

Proclaiming the Legacy of Hope

Robert F. Kennedy

I was 16 years old when Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated on June 5, 1968. Fifty years later, my soul still weeps.  What today would be a four-letter word in politics, marks his legacy and meaning for me: HOPE. He did not live a sainted life. He was an aide to the red-baiting Sen. Joseph…

Read More

Repair Water-Stained Walls

water stained repair

We repair water-stained walls. Many of our clients ask that we get rid of these unsightly brown water stains. Stains ruin the look and feel of a home even though the wall itself is sound and sturdy. In these cases, the water, mold or mildew has not damaged the drywall enough to require replacement. Our…

Read More

Pops of Color

pops of color

Spaces featuring pops of color are becoming more popular in the realm of home design and remodeling. My name is Christine DaSilva, The Larkin Painting Company’s color specialist. We are seeing more color in home design these days. Grays and neutrals aren’t necessarily losing steam just yet, but we have seen an increase in the…

Read More

Door Restoration

door restoration

Mary Ellen, one of our master restorers, recently completed a door restoration. Have you ever seen a sunburned wooden door? The sun had badly burned our clients’ front door. The sun’s UV rays damage wood doors, much like they damage our skin. Years of exposure to the sun can mar the finish and wood of…

Read More

Hammond Design

Hammond Design

Hammond Design is an award-winning residential interior design firm located in Andover. In our line of work, we meet creative and sophisticated interior designers who share our values. Our mission at Larkin Painting Company is to transform your dreams for your home or space into reality. We also ensure that your experience with us is…

Read More

Bringing Our Best to You!

At Larkin Painting we always do our best, conduct ourselves in a professional manner, respect others and strive for perfection. Following this philosophy is one of the most important ways to show who we are and what we stand for, especially after we complete our client’s project. My name is Roger and I am the…

Read More

Love Your Mother Earth Colors!

Mother Earth Colors

Earth Day is April 22nd. What better way to connect with the what sustains all humanity than by choosing Mother Earth colors in your home design? These earthy hues can warm up any space. They are perfect for an accent or feature wall. Never drab, these warm, earthy colors are a unique tribute to the…

Read More

Lessons from Muir Woods

amaud mesureur

Last week I visited Muir Woods National Monument. This redwood forest, located north of  the bustling city of San Francisco, has so much to teach us about wonder, peace, respect, walking softly, survival of our human species, community, resilience, and the living presence of silence. These trees have survived as a living species for millions…

Read More