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How to Prep a Room for PaintingPaint will last longer and look better when the area it is applied to has been properly prepared. Learn more.
20 Handy Uses for Leftover PaintDon't let your leftover paint go to waste! We’ve listed 20 household projects that are simple and practical ways to use leftover paint.- House Painting TipsI recently painted my home and found several products helpful as well as absolutely indispensable to performing a professional looking paint job on my homes cedar shingle siding.
- How to Paint Your MotorcycleScratches and dings on your bike? Repaint the bike yourself to save money on a custom paint job.
- Wood as a Painting SurfaceWhen art students first start painting in oils and acrylics they usually only consider cotton or linen canvas as painting surfaces. However, wood is also an ideal canvas.
- Paint Zoom: The Latest in DIY Painting Home ProductsThis article outlines the ease of painting provided by such painting products as Paint Zoom. It describes how to use this product on indoor and outdoor surfaces such as wood, metal, brick, cement, and stucco.
- What to Look for in an Environmentally Friendly PaintYou may desire for an updated room created with a fresh coat of a rich paint. Chances are you won't compromise your family's health for that color.
Guide for Choosing the Right Paint Finish and Gloss LevelThe type of paint finish and the level of gloss is what you should use to determine the type of paint you chose for a particular area. Each paint finish has specific characteristics that make it ideal for use in certain rooms of your home.
Solutions to Common Paint ProblemsFind out the cause and solution to many common paint problems. Chipped paint, chalking paint, blistering paint -- We've got the solutions these and other common paint problems.- Jeanne Bessette--Painting the Human ElementNorth Carolina artist Jeanne Bessette channels emotion into her painted canvases
- Choosing the Right Interior Paint Finish for the JobLatex paints have many different finishes. With each level of finish comes a different level of durability. Purchasing quality brand name paint does make a difference.
Refresh Your Home for Spring with PaintSpring is the perfect time to add a fresh coat of paint to refresh your home. Use these 10 painting tips for professional results.
Guide to Painting a Wrought Iron FenceAfter a couple of summers I learned a few tricks for painting an iron gate that made the task easier and less messy.
Paint Your Car for Less Than $100Paint your car and buff it to a mirror shine using a method that is literally unheard of!- Fabric PaintingPainting fabric is a great option for decorating plain fabrics to correspond with your home's decor.
Top Websites that Offer Free Online Painting for KidsHere you will find the top websites that offer free online painting for kids.
Styling Your House with Earth Friendly PaintsA guide to "green" paints and paint related products for decorating your house
Plein Air Painting with Students - a Guide for Art Teachers"Plein air" painting is a perfect way to replicate a pure, historical art experience for students outside the classroom. Follow this teacher's guide to make the event as stress-free as possible.
Paintbrushes, Rollers, or Painting Pads?Using the right tools will make your painting job much easier.- Painting Wood: A Guide for Walls,Furniture, Trim and FloorsA guide to painting wooden walls, furniture, trim and floors.
Professional Room Painting SecretsChange your decorating ambiance by repainting old rooms with fresh colors using these professional room painting secrets, which I learned from a professional home remodeling contractor.
Four Unusual and Functional Interior Wall Paints for DIY ProjectsInterior wall paint can be pretty and functional. Try one of these four unusual wall paints to break up a neutral color palette, while adding whimsy and function in a DIY paint project.
Cheap and Easy Home Decorating with Paint: 22 Colorful Ideas!22 colorful ideas for solving your decorating woes with a little paint. Discover home decorating solutions from floors to ceilings, fireplace to cabinets.- Make a Living (Anywhere) as a Painting ContractorIf you can hammer a nail, tote a bowling ball, and carry on a conversation, you can earn a good living as a Repaint Contractor - the best low entry cost and fast start up business around.
3 Most Expensive Paintings Ever SoldWhat are the most expensive paintings ever sold? Who painted them, and who owns them now? Get a glimpse of the paintings themselves and breif history of the paintings and their painters.- Making a Living as a Painting ContractorHow to start and run a successful business for a few hundred dollars.
- Spooky Halloween Tree DecorationsHave fun with the kids this year and create cute Halloween tree decorations using last years Christmas ball decorations! Fun, cute and easy to create!
- Paints for Snow: Ideas for Christmas and Autumn DecoratingDid you know you can use white thin paint to dress up your snow. Ideas for autumn and Christmas decorating using snow.
How to Paint Your Lawn Green with Grass PaintGive yourself the gift of a manicured lawn in minutes, without the cost and effort of reseeding, patching or weeding. Just paint your lawn green with grass paint for a perfect landscape instantly and cheaply.
Tips for Painting Your House Before SellingUnfortunately, most people live in their houses for many years and never think about painting, until it comes time to sell. After working in real estate and as a contractor for many years, I am here to give you some tips to simplify the process.
Choosing the Right Paint Sheen - a Beginner's GuideIf you read the title to this article and said to yourself, "What's a paint sheen?" - then you're in the right place. We'll examine some of the most popular paint sheens to help you decide which is best for you.
How to Paint a Lighter Color Over a Dark WallA simple technique for painting a lighter color over a dark wall without having to paint multiple, expensive cover-up coats. See the author's before and after pictures from her own dark wall painting makeover.- How to Prepare the Exterior of a House for PaintingPainting the outside of a house is not a quick and easy job, but with careful preparation you can give your house a fresh face and increase the value of your home.
Home Improvement Trend: Painted Wood CabinetsOn a budget? You can save thousands of dollars on your home improvement project and still add value to your home when you paint your wood cabinets instead of replacing or refacing them.
Give Your Kitchen a Facelift: Painting Kitchen CabinetsOne inexpensive way to rejuvenate your tired kitchen is by painting existing cabinets. Kitchen design expert, Dr. Michael Smith, gives a step-by-step process to ensure a great finished job.- All About Using Paint Rollers for Home ProjectsThis article contains basic information about the use of paint rollers as well as tips relating to paint application techniques when using a paint roller.
DIY White on White Room Paint and Decor Done RightWant to create a white living space but not sure how to pull together a white on white look? These DIY tips show how to do white on white room paint and decor right to achieve the desired look and feel.- Painting Green in Every ColorThe abundance of eco-friendly paints leaves no excuse for the continued use of toxic paints. Find out who makes them and from what.
DIY Exterior House Painting - Six Secrets for a Perfect Paint FinishA DIY exterior house painting job will result in a professional looking, long lasting paint finish with these six secrets.
4 Tips for Professional Painting ResultsPainting tips that the pros don't want you to know.





