Unlike spray painting on the inside of a house, which is usually a job for pros only, exterior spray painting can make sense for a do-it-yourselfer, especially if all the parts of the house are being painted the same color and luster. The biggest shortcoming to spray painting is the Read more…
A fresh coat can completely transform your appearance. Painting is the simplest, cheapest, and quickest way to change the look of any room. One weekend should suffice if you have all of the necessary supplies on hand. Knowing how to do the following will ensure professional outcomes every time: For Read more…
It’s that time when I get to pop in and share with you a little something I’ve been working on. Today I veered away from wood and towards…rugs! Yay! And, I want to show you a fun way to diy your plain jane runner into a fabulous Paint Strip Rug. Read more…
Even if you paint your ceilings and walls the same color, it’s best to choose a higher gloss for trim, windows, and doors. Semi-gloss or gloss paint is more durable than flat paint and much easier to wash. When painting these areas, remember to: Apply primer: Prime any bare wood and Read more…
Choosing the proper colors is more complicated than picking what you like. Keep the following tips in mind when choosing colours for your rooms: Discover how colors interact with one another. The color wheel is an interior design tool that depicts 12 colors evenly distributed around a circle’s perimeter. Analogous Read more…
Most entry doors used for new house construction over the past 40 years have been steel or fiberglass units. Though some doors are simply flat surfaces, many of them have six simulated raised panels on their face. Painting these standard six-panel doors isn’t difficult: there’s an accepted approach that professional Read more…
Windows endure a lot of abuse from the elements and are subjected to a lot of wear and tear from being opened and closed. Keeping your window frames well-painted is one of the best methods to extend the life of your windows. 1. Use a putty knife to scrape off Read more…
A few general guidelines can make painting siding go more smoothly: Prime bare wood and any dark hues that will be covered with light-colored paint with primer. If you’re right-handed, paint clapboard siding from left to right; if you’re left-handed, paint from right to left. Brush up and down, following Read more…
The right preparation will set the stage for a successful exterior paint job. How to Identify Lead Paint and Remove It The proper preparation will pave the way for a successful exterior painting project. Sand it off Remove the paint and varnish with a paint and varnish remover. Use a Read more…