WHAT YOUR FAVORITE PAINT COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU?
“Paint color is an expression of your personality,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. People tend to be drawn to 1-2 colors and rarely branch away from them. Depending on if you surround yourself in warm shades, cool hues, jewel tones, or neutrals, it could indicate that you seek closeness in your space, that you're practical, or that you're the life of the party. Keep reading to learn more about what your favorite paint color says about your personality, as well as some style tips to elevate your paint choices! WARM SHADES Do you find yourself gravitating towards colors such as yellow, peach, pink, and orange? Then you probably always have company! People who love living in these colors tend to be friendly and nurturing. There’s a warm fuzzy feeling about these colors that draws you in, the same as you feel when you meet new people or socialize with friends and family. These colors tend to stimulate not only conversation, but also appetite. Hence why you might enjoy throwing dinner parties, or any themed party as an excuse to invite people over and indulge in some delicious food. Warm shade people tend to be the life of the party. *Style tip! Use cool colored decor to bring down the temperature. Try pops of green to go with yellow, and blue to go with orange. Neutrals also compliment the boldness of warm colors well. Try gray or white to help bring down the saturation of your space. These color accents can be added in the form of throw pillows, vases, plants, and more! COOL HUES Those who opt for shades of blue and green in their homes are usually introverted. People who like living with these colors prefer their home to be quiet and calm. They view their home as an oasis and want being at home to be a soothing experience compared to the hustle and bustle of daily life. Cool hue lovers seek closeness in their space. They also tend to gravitate towards nature. Those who prefer to decorate with shades of blue and lighter greens may be big time beach goers. Those who prefer darker greens may be really into hiking, camping, and exploring. These colors help bring the outdoors inside. *Style tip! Cool colors can very easily make a space actually feel cold. To avoid this, try bringing up the temperature by mixing in just a handful of warmer colors. If yellows and oranges are just too bright for your taste, then try shades of brown, like taupe and cream. It just might make all the difference. Another way to ensure the space isn’t chilly, is by using pastel or lighter versions of the colors. The darker the shade, the colder the space. Seafoam green and baby blue are great options. NEUTRALS Gray, brown, beige, and ivory have a feeling of permanence and a crisp, classic look. If this appeals to you, you are probably a practical person, and not interested in repainting every few years. People who like neutral colors value simplicity and relaxation. They tend to draw inspiration from nature. However, they also value the opposite. Surprisingly, neutral decorators may actually be very fond of color. Sometimes the best interior choices are made with accessories, so paint color should remain neutral to allow for pops of color. Bright objects will shine against the clean backdrop. Neutral color enthusiasts are all about balance in both their life and their interior decorating choices. Style tip: Remaining all neutral can sometimes be boring. Try layering different shades of neutrals to add some depth. Play with the contrast by using both dark and light tones. Otherwise you risk your space giving off the same vibe as being in a doctors office. A big no-no. JEWEL TONES Colors that seem plucked from the red carpet on Oscars night (ruby, emerald, sapphire, amethyst, and topaz) lend instant va-va-voom. If any of those are your top choice for paint color, then you’re most likely creative, outgoing, and confident. You want your space to feel glamorous, anything ordinary just won’t cut it- and you probably live much of your life by the same mantra. Jewel tone people value uniqueness and the finer things in life. Even small spaces, such as bathrooms and book nooks have to be elevated somehow. These colors level up the intimacy and coziness of any space in your home. You’re also probably competitive at heart. Your paint color isn’t just chosen because you think it’s pretty, you want others to remember your home. Style tip: To keep things cozy and not chaotic, pair jewel tones with neutrals. These colors shine the most in places that are usually not show stoppers. Hallways, bathrooms, and dining rooms or anywhere you don’t spend a ton of time are great for these colors. Source
Dad’s Guide to the Perfect Lawn
The warm weather is here, and Dad is probably itching to get outside and cut the grass. However, it takes more than a sharp mower blade to maintain the perfect lawn. Unfortunately, the elements that are essential for lawn care (sun and rain), also invite bugs and weeds. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to the perfect lawn so that Dad can spend this summer in his backyard masterpiece, relishing in the satisfaction of knowing that he did it all himself. After all, a perfectly landscaped yard is a Dad’s dream! Keep Mower Blades Sharp A dull blade will tear the grass, resulting in ragged edges and brownish grass. Your mower blades should be replaced at least once, if not twice each mowing season depending on how much grass you have. Prevent Weeds Before They Come Up Stop lawn weeds from gaining a root hold before they sprout by using a pre-emergent herbicide. The best time to do this is early spring. Eliminate Broadleaf Weeds These are the most noticeable weeds in your lawn, such as yellow dandelions and the white “scatter in the wind” seeded dandelions. Use granular weed control products to remove these, or remove them by hand as they sprout if you only have a few offenders. Mow High and Frequently Essentially, you want to cut less grass more frequently. If you keep your lawn a bit taller, it'll result in healthier grass. The general rule of thumb is to never cut off more than a third of the grass blade. This does mean more work, but it’s worth it! Water in the Morning If you water the grass in the morning, the sun will help dry it throughout the day. Watering at night or later in the day can result in prolonged moisture on the blades which leads to diseases. You also need to make sure you soak the lawn so that the water reaches the soil 2-3 inches down. Merely wetting the yard isn’t enough. Feed Your Lawn Nitrogen is the most important nutrient in a grass fertilizer. Look for a mix of fast and slow release fertilizers. Northern regions- feed in fall and spring. Southern regions- feed in spring and summer. Allow Your Soil to Breathe The soil in lawns becomes compacted over time, resulting in weak or dying grass. Aerate your soil with a garden fork or a manual lawn plug aerator. The holes left behind allow the soil to breathe and let water and nutrients reach the grass’ roots. Reseed When Needed You can fill large bare spots by re-seeding. Get the right type of seed to match your lawn. It’s usually better to choose high-quality seed, even if it costs a bit more. Avoid any seed that contains more than .01% of weed seed. Protect Your Yard from Cicadas! If you live in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, or DC- then you know it’s the year of the cicadas. Cicadas will sprout out of the ground and dig into your plants and trees. Stop them by wrapping your trees, bushes, and shrubs in netting with holes 1 cm or smaller. You can use fine mesh insect netting or barrier plant bags for individual trees or shrubs. Avoid “bird netting,” which usually has net openings too large to keep cicadas out. Source
REDDAY
On May 13th, 2021, Lucido Teams all across the country and in Canada celebrated KW REDDAY by participating in local charities and organizations! WHAT IS RED DAY? At the heart of Keller Williams’ culture is our shared commitment to philanthropy. The immeasurable generosity of our team enables us to care for our own, as well as, our communities no matter the magnitude of what is needed.Since May of 2009 all of Keller Williams – from the U.S. and Canada to our family abroad – sets aside the second Thursday of every May to Renew, Energize, and Donate within the communities we serve. Maryland agents and residents contributed by donating a variety of canned food, boxed goods, and toiletries to the Maryland Food Bank. We also partnered with Legacy Settlement Services in Canton to bring in as many donations as possible!Our Expansion teams participated as well, offering their services and donations to a variety of organizations across the globe. REDDAY snapshots! Scroll to the bottom for more pictures from KW REDDAY! ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED: -Maryland | Bob Lucido Team of Keller Williams Lucido AgencyMD Food Bank-San Diego, California | Lucido Global Youth in Transition-Toronto, Canada | Lucido Global Daily Bread Food Bank-Sarasota, Florida | Lucido Global Girls Inc. -Coral Gables, Florida | Lucido Global Redland Dog Sanctuary-Orlando, Florida | Lucido Global Second Harvest Food Bank of Orlando-DEMD Coastal | Lucido Global TeamLocal High Schools- providing items needed for graduating seniors that cannot afford the essentials when leaving for college or a job ( i.e. water bottles, towels, hangers, power strips, cleaning supplies, batteries, first aid kits, and more).-Tri-Cities/Kennewick, Washington | Lucido GlobalMy Friend’s Place-Pembroke Pines/Miramar, Florida | Lucido GlobalHabitat for Humanity-Plantation, Florida | Lucido GlobalPlantation Hospital-Phoenix, Arizona | Lucido AgencyAgents Benefiting Children-Tampa, Florida | Lucido GlobalCarrollwood Community Food Pantry-Atlanta, Georgia | Lucido GlobalNorth Fulton Communities CharitiesMSG Foundation-DCMetro, Washington DC | Lucido AgencyMartha’s Table Food Shelf-Austin, Texas | Lucido Global TeamPark Cleanup at Givens District Park-Northern Virginia | Lucido AgencyPlanted Native Maryland Bushes in Edmonston, MDPrince William County Food Rescue-Ontario, Canada | Diane Price TeamGood Shepherd Community Food Bank-Miami Beach, Florida | Lucido GlobalFavela Miami-Boca, Florida | Lucido GlobalBoynton Beach Soup Kitchen-Portland/Vancouver | Lucido Global TeamCamp Hope
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