A warm and timeless interior refresh for the Michel family in Eagle, Idaho

August 4, 2025

Spray ’n Coat Painting recently had the pleasure of working with Tamara Michel to refresh the interior of her beautiful family home in Eagle, Idaho. Like many of our customers, Tamara was referred by a friend who had recently completed a project with us—and we were honored to help her bring a new sense of light and warmth into her home.

Her walls were previously painted in a creamy yellow that had started to feel outdated and overly warm, especially alongside her natural wood cabinetry. After reviewing color options, Tamara chose one of our most recommended interior shades—Sherwin-Williams Alabaster (SW 7008)—to brighten and modernize the space while still complementing the home’s existing features.

Here’s What We Did:

We painted the walls throughout the main level using Sherwin-Williams Alabaster in a satin/eggshell finish, a choice that helped reflect natural light while maintaining a soft, elegant look. This project included the:

Living room
Kitchen and dining area
Hallways
Stairway
Powder bath
Laundry room
Master bedroom, bathroom, and water closet

Each room was carefully prepped and painted to create a clean, cohesive result that enhanced the natural beauty of the space without overwhelming it.

Why Alabaster Was the Perfect Fit

Alabaster is one of those rare paint colors that manages to be both warm and neutral at the same time. Named Sherwin-Williams Color of the Year in 2016, it has remained a best-seller thanks to its versatility and timeless appeal.

In Tamara’s case, Alabaster helped tone down the yellow hues in her natural wood cabinetry, something that the previous wall color had unintentionally amplified. The new wall color created a beautiful contrast that softened the overall look of the space while still feeling warm and welcoming.

Choosing Paint Colors That Work with Wood Tones

When working with natural wood cabinetry, trim, or flooring, it’s important to consider how paint undertones interact with those elements. Certain whites and neutrals can pull unwanted yellow or orange tones, depending on the surrounding materials.

Alabaster works particularly well in homes with stained wood because it doesn’t compete with those natural tones—it gently balances them. It’s just warm enough to blend, yet neutral enough to modernize, making it one of our most dependable choices for whole-home interior updates.

What the Homeowner Had to Say

“The entire process went amazingly from start to finish… Daryl gave me an estimate on the spot and was very forthcoming about pricing. Will and Jacob were my painters, and they showed up every day on time and did a great job on the house. They cleaned up every day when they left and really took pride in their work. The house looks amazing, and I couldn’t be happier with the process. This company was by far the easiest and most professional company I’ve worked with. I would highly, highly recommend them.”
— Tamara Michel

Thank You to Tamara Michel!

We’re grateful to Tamara for trusting Spray ’n Coat Painting with her interior refresh. Projects like this are a great example of how the right color can dramatically improve a space without changing any of the foundational features.

If you’re ready to update your home’s interior with high-quality, professional painting services, reach out today to schedule your free on-site estimate. We proudly serve Eagle, Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and the entire Treasure Valley area.

Visitwww.sprayncoat.com to request your free quote today.

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