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Getting to Know Wallpaper-Removal Techniques
New wallcovering can transform a room, going from boring to beautiful. But before you can determine the best approach to removing wallpaper, you need to know the type of wallcovering and the type of wall [more…]
Estimating How Much Paint to Buy
Before you begin painting your home's interior walls, ceiling, woodwork, doors, or windows, you need to estimate the amount of paint you'll use. Estimates require specific calculations for each surface [more…]
How to Remove Old Wallpaper
Stripping wallpaper is a serious home-improvement project. Removing old glue from walls before you paint is a must. These tips show how to strip old wallpaper from your walls and remodel like a professional [more…]
How to Paint Trim
If you know how to paint trim, you can brighten up the appearance of any room. Painting trim can protect them from wear and complete your design statement. Getting trim to look perfectly smooth requires [more…]
How to Pick Paint Colors
Picking paint colors can get confusing, but you don’t need to hire a decorator. Use these professional tips for choosing paint colors to turn your home into a haven. [more…]
How to Deal with Popcorn Ceilings
Popcorn ceilings are a great annoyance of many homeowners. Learning how to deal with popcorn ceilings means understanding the nature of this textured ceiling and knowing what you want to achieve. [more…]
How to Paint Trim with a Trim Guard
Using a trim guard while painting around doors and windows helps protect woodwork. The edger keeps paint off the trim, and this video shows you how to use one. [more…]
How to Paint Paneled Doors
Understanding how to paint paneled doors is a bit tricky to paint because they have multiple surfaces. Unlike their plain counterparts, painting paneled doors requires a bit of patience and a more systematic [more…]
How to Get an Even Coat of White Paint on a White Ceiling
When applying white paint on a white ceiling, it’s hard to identify missed spots. Getting an even coat of white paint on a white ceiling is tough not only because it’s hard to see what you’ve covered with [more…]
How to Paint Moldings
If you know how to paint moldings, you can brighten up the appearance of any room. Painting moldings can protect them from wear and complete your design statement. Getting moldings to look perfectly smooth [more…]
How to Choose a Paint Roller
A roller is a roller, right? Not quite. Knowing how to choose the right paint roller can save you time. Choosing the right paint roller requires a good understanding of what your project requires. [more…]
How to Clean Latex Paint from Brushes
Savvy DIYers know how to clean a paintbrush to retain its longevity. To clean latex paint from brushes, use just soap and water (latex paint is water-based). Clean paintbrushes before the paint has a chance [more…]
Estimating How Much Paint to Buy for Walls
Estimating how much paint to buy is important whether you paint an entire room or a single wall. Estimating paint depends on the amount of wall you want to cover and how coarse the wall is. Make sure that [more…]
How to Paint Vinyl Floors
Painting vinyl floors is an inexpensive way to refurbish your stained or outdated floor. Knowing how to paint vinyl floors can make the difference between a stylish statement and a mess. [more…]
How to Fix Paint Problems After You’ve Painted
You’ve finished painting, and now you see a problem. The following tips will help you to understand how to fix paint problems after you’ve painted. No matter how much you try to focus on your painting [more…]
Tools You Need for a Basic Paint Project
Painting tools come in various shapes and sizes; however, you only really need the following tools for a basic paint project. If you decide that you plan to do a lot of painting, you can start to look [more…]
How to Clean a Ceiling
Just like any other surface, ceilings should be cleaned and prepped before painting. Consider the following tips to find out how to clean a ceiling properly. [more…]
Determining How Much Wall Paint You Need
To avoid having too much leftover wall paint, use these formulas to determine how much paint to buy when you start your home improvement painting project. [more…]
How to Paint Walls and Ceilings
Painting ceilings and walls ideally calls for two people: one to outline areas where the paint roller can't reach; the other to paint main areas This video shows how to paint ceilings and walls with a [more…]
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