About Archie Deese

Thank you for considering Atlanta's Paint Doctor. I started this company to make every painting project simple and predictable, and I still work with clients directly. It would mean a lot to earn your trust. Learn more about us

5 Painting Mistakes Homeowners Make (and How We Fix Them)

A fresh coat of paint can completely transform a home—but only if it’s done right. Too often, homeowners try to tackle painting projects themselves, only to end up frustrated with uneven finishes, peeling paint, or colors that just don’t work in their space. At Atlanta’s Paint Doctor, we’ve seen it [...]

2025-08-26T16:01:39-04:00August 26, 2025|

Atlanta Interior Painting – Picking the Proper Sheen

Choosing the perfect interior paint color for an Atlanta home is only half the decision—selecting the right paint sheen is just as important. As experienced Atlanta interior painters, we’ve seen how the wrong sheen can make a room feel flat, highlight imperfections, or become difficult to maintain. The right sheen, [...]

2025-08-25T11:00:00-04:00August 25, 2025|

Color Psychology: Best Shades to Help Sell a Home

First impressions matter, especially when selling a home. The right paint tone can significantly influence mood, perception, and buyer decisions. Here's how savvy use of color psychology can enhance sellability—complete with six Sherwin-Williams shades that bring calm, warmth, and approachability to your listings. Light Blues: Calm and Spacious Sherwin-Williams Upward [...]

2025-08-20T15:18:19-04:00August 20, 2025|

Painted Brick or Limewash? 5 Reasons to Choose Paint in Atlanta

If you’re thinking about transforming your home’s brick exterior, you’ve probably come across two popular options: limewash and paint. While limewash has its charm, painted brick in Atlanta offers more versatility and lasting benefits—especially in our humid climate. Here’s why it may be the better choice for your home. 1. [...]

2025-08-13T16:02:31-04:00August 13, 2025|

Why Touch-Ups Aren’t Always Enough

Touch-ups can be a great short-term solution—but they’re not always the answer. At Atlanta’s Paint Doctor, we’ve worked with countless homeowners, interior designers, and real estate professionals who came to us after repeated patchwork solutions didn’t quite hold up. If you’re relying on touch-ups to maintain your space, here’s why [...]

2025-08-06T20:57:39-04:00August 6, 2025|

How Long Does Exterior Paint Last in Atlanta’s Climate?

Atlanta homeowners know the weather here can be unpredictable—hot, humid summers, occasional freezes, and plenty of rain. That’s why understanding how long exterior paint actually lasts in our climate is key to protecting your home and planning ahead. The Short Answer? It Depends. On average, exterior paint in Atlanta lasts [...]

2025-07-30T16:10:01-04:00July 30, 2025|

Erin Napier and the Versatile Sherwin‑Williams Rock Bottom

In a blog post on Laurel Mercantile, Erin Napier shares her personal go-to paint shades, and one of her standouts is Sherwin-Williams Rock Bottom (SW 7062). She describes it as “a chameleon in the changing light,” noting how it shifts from looking black to deep green or even navy depending [...]

2025-07-23T16:32:23-04:00July 23, 2025|

Cabinet Refinishing in Summer: What Interior Designers Should Know

Summer isn’t just an exterior season—it’s one of the best windows for interior design transformations, including high-end cabinet refinishing projects. For designers who want to refresh kitchens, bathrooms, or built‑ins with durable, elevated finishes, Summer is the time to plan. At Atlanta’s Paint Doctor, we don’t offer traditional cabinet refinishing. [...]

2025-07-08T19:33:41-04:00July 8, 2025|