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Painting & Finishing(Page 4)

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All You Need to Know About Grout Paint
DIY

Grout Paint: The Backsplash Remedy You Never Knew You Needed

By Manasa Reddigari

Spraying vs. Rolling Paint
DIY

What’s the Difference? Spraying vs. Rolling Paint

By Carol J Alexander

painted brick exterior of house
Exterior

Why This Common Reno Project Is So Controversial

By Glenda Taylor

historic-paint-colors
Interior

Historic Paint Colors: New Insights and Ideas for Owners of Centuries-Old Homes

By Hugh Howard

How to Cut in Paint
DIY

How To: Cut In Paint

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

Homemade Paint - Five Types of DIY Paint
DIY

5 Paints You Can Make Yourself

By Jennifer Noonan

How to Clean Paint Rollers
DIY

Quick Tip: The Key to Preserving Paint Rollers

By Caylin Harris, Bob Vila

How To Make Wallpaper
DIY

2 Ways to Make Your Own Wallpaper

By Caylin Harris

Spray Painting Tips
DIY

The Dos and Don’ts of Spray Painting

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Paint Wrought Iron - Sanding
Lawn & Garden

Dream It, Do It: How to Paint Wrought Iron

By Rachael Herrscher @Today’s Mama

worst paint color for perfectionists
Interior

This is the Worst Paint Color for Perfectionists

By Glenda Taylor

How to Spray Paint Furniture - Cabinet Makeover After
DIY

How To: Transform Cabinet Furniture with Spray Paint

By Jennifer Noonan

Wood Finishes - Stains
DIY

Paints, Stains, and More: Choosing the Right Wood Finish for Any Project

By Bob Vila

Is Stripping Paint Really Necessary?
Interior

Is Stripping Paint Really Necessary?

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

faux marble painted countertop
DIY

4 Things to Know About the Faux Marble Paint Effect That’s Gone Viral

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Copper Spray Paint Options
Reviews

The Best Copper Spray Paint for Your DIY Projects

By Carol Benton

The Best Fabric Spray Paint Options
Reviews

The Best Fabric Spray Paint for Your DIY Projects

By Carol Benton

best-spray-paint-for-diy-projects
Reviews

The Best Spray Paints for Your DIY Projects

By Tom Scalisi

Peeling Paint - What to Do About It
DIY

Solved! What to Do About Peeling Paint

By Bob Vila

Paint Wall Or Trim First
DIY

Solved! Which Comes First: Painting the Wall or Trim?

By Bob Vila, Katie Nolan

Satin vs Semi-Gloss: How to KnowWhich Paint Finish is Best For Your Project
DIY

What’s the Difference? Satin vs. Semi-Gloss Paint

By Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

How to Paint Laminate Countertops - Outdated Kitchen
DIY

How to Paint Laminate Countertops

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Texture a Ceiling - Dining Room
Interior

How To: Texture a Ceiling

By Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

6 Tips for Painting Over Oil-Based Paint
DIY

Solved! The Rules for Painting Over Oil-Based Paint

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How to Paint Aluninum
DIY

How To: Paint Aluminum

By Bob Vila

How to Remove Lead Paint
DIY

How To: Remove Lead Paint

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Paint Textured Walls
DIY

How To: Paint Textured Walls

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How to Paint a Metal Door - Steel Entry Door Colored Yellow
DIY

How To: Paint a Metal Door

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Remove Paint from Glass - Cleanup After a Paint Job
DIY

How To: Remove Paint from Glass

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Paint Fabric
DIY

How To: Paint Fabric

By Kathleen Corlett

How To: Paint EVERYTHING
DIY

How To: Paint EVERYTHING

By Marisa Villarreal

Editors’ Picks: The 9 Greatest Grays for Your Next Paint Job
DIY

Editors’ Picks: The 9 Greatest Grays for Your Next Paint Job

By Marie Proeller Hueston

Beyond the Brush: 7 Other Tools You Need to Refinish Furniture
DIY

Beyond the Brush: 7 Other Tools You Need to Refinish Furniture

By Manasa Reddigari

7 Cool Colors for Kids’ Rooms
Interior

7 Cool Colors for Kids’ Rooms

By Debra Immergut

12 Painted Floors You Need to See to Believe
DIY

12 Painted Floors You Need to See to Believe

By Kathleen Corlett

10 Color Mistakes Everyone Makes
Interior

10 Color Mistakes Everyone Makes

By Marie Proeller Hueston

9 Paint Color Trends You Might Regret
Interior

9 Paint Color Trends You Might Regret

By Michelle Ullman

DIY Industrial Shelves - Step 1
DIY

How To: Test for Lead Paint

By Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

7 Paint Colors to Avoid in the Bedroom—and Why
Interior

7 Paint Colors to Avoid in the Bedroom—and Why

By Jennifer Noonan

18 Paint Colors You’re Going to See Everywhere in 2018
Interior

18 Paint Colors You’re Going to See Everywhere in 2018

By Marie Proeller Hueston

green painted kitchen floor
Interior

How To: Paint a Wood Floor

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

How to Remove Paint from Brick
DIY

How To: Remove Paint from Brick

By Bob Vila

How to Remove Paint from Tile
DIY

How To: Remove Paint from Tile

By Bob Vila

How to Remove Paint from Plastic
DIY

How To: Remove Paint from Plastic

By Brenda Silva, Bob Vila

The 10 Best Accent Colors for Your Home Exterior
Interior

The 10 Best Accent Colors for Your Home Exterior

By Debbie Wolfe

14 Paint Colors That Can Make a Room Feel Instantly Cozy
Interior

14 Paint Colors That Can Make a Room Feel Instantly Cozy

By Jamie Birdwell-Branson

What Causes Yellowing Paintwork—and How to Repair It
DIY

Solved! What to Do About Yellowing Paintwork

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

The New Neutrals: 9 Colors You Can Trust for Today’s Home
Interior

The New Neutrals: 9 Colors You Can Trust for Today’s Home

By Debra Immergut

How to Paint Behind a Toilet
DIY

How To: Paint Behind a Toilet

By Andreana Lefton, Bob Vila

The Best Paints for Plastic
Reviews

The Best Paints for Plastic

By Carol Benton

How to Paint Formica Countertops and Cabinets
DIY

How To: Paint Formica Countertops and Cabinets

By Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

10 Reasons You Should Consider Painting Your Ceiling
DIY

10 Reasons You Should Consider Painting Your Ceiling

By Tony Carrick

How to Dispose of Paint Thinner
DIY

How To: Dispose of Paint Thinner

By Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

10 Welcoming Front Door Paint Colors
Exterior

10 Welcoming Front Door Paint Colors

By Jane Dagmi

16 Pro Tips for Painting Interior Doors
DIY

16 Pro Tips for Painting Interior Doors

By Andreana Lefton

7 Things You Need to Know Before Painting Your Walls White
DIY

7 Things You Need to Know Before Painting Your Walls White

By Marie Proeller Hueston

The Do’s and Don’ts of Choosing a New House Color
Exterior

The Do’s and Don’ts of Choosing a New House Color

By Kristina Grosspietsch

19 Rooms That Prove Beige Isn’t Boring
Interior

19 Rooms That Prove Beige Isn’t Boring

By Manasa Reddigari

These Classic Vinyl Siding Colors Deliver Curb Appeal for Years
Exterior

These Classic Vinyl Siding Colors Deliver Curb Appeal for Years

By Steph Coelho

How to Paint Chrome
DIY

How To: Paint Chrome

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila

How to Paint Glass - Bottles
DIY

How To: Paint Glass

By Bob Vila

How to Crackle Paint
DIY

How To: Crackle Paint

By Manasa Reddigari

How to Paint Wicker Furniture - Porch Chairs
DIY

How To: Paint Wicker Furniture

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Paint Tile - Supplies
DIY

How To: Paint Tile

By Bob Vila