How can I remove black carbon which is smoke from candles off of my walls and ceiling? Any ideas?

For many reasons I need to paint over a bathroom with high gloss bright yellow paint. Do I need to sand all surfaces before applying to get good paint adhesion? I would like this more tasteful paint job to last without pealing, bubbling and so on. Thanks

The labeling today is very confusing.

How do you fill staple holes and joint lines between sheets of smooth surface fiber board on underside of newly built patio cover so it can be painted?

The drywall has many different textures – some smooth, some not. (Just bought this house and very uneven drywall work.) When I painted the wall, the paint was very uneven, some lighter, some darker spots. The same paint was used as before (left by the previous owner). Should I sand

How long after rain or washing should I wait to paint with an oil based paint?

What precautions should I take when spraying entire basement with shellac primer?

I have a house with original dark varnished interior trim and doors. What is the required prep for an oil based enamel finish?