The Practical House Painting Guide
Most interior and exterior paint jobs require at least some sanding. By removing surface defects, such as paint runs, brush strokes, and hard edges (especially when paint has been scraped away) you’ll help your paint adhere better and create a more beautiful finish. Sanding is typically a multi-step process. Start
Removing ugly, peeling paint and loose caulking is the first step of many paint jobs. Paint scrapers will remove the majority of old finishes. The goal, especially after sanding, is a flat surface. You’ll need a scraper best-suited for the job and a drop cloth. You should also wear safety
Metallic paint adds a shine and shimmer to your living space that a flat coat of paint cannot. Some people shy away from the use of metallics because they fear their walls might come off as too reflective or create too opulent a look. However, there are various ways one
When copper, brass or bronze is exposed to the elements, it forms a beautiful green patina which can add to the overall look of these metal surfaces. You can save money on buying genuine copper, brass and bronze items by simply using paint to duplicate this lovely effect. This technique
I love faux painting. It just makes your walls look unique and personalizing them by using a blend you choose is even more special. This was a project many years ago in a fixer-upper. The great thing about it is if you mess up you can just paint your base
Using Different Faux Painting Techniques Walls in a room serve as a bland background or as an exciting element in home décor. Different painting techniques can add texture, warmth and depth to walls in ways that enhance the room’s overall style. What’s more, many painting techniques are easy to accomplish,
Creating a unique look in the family room can be challenging. The room is used by many different family members and usually for many different purposes all on the same day. Stenciling is a great way to convey the theme of the room, the family’s passions and interests, and the
Finding a different finish for home decorating projects can be time-consuming and expensive. It’s not surprising that many homeowners decide to go with wallpaper or basic finishes for painting. Fortunately, there’s a finish option that can be learned easily and doesn’t require expensive tools or supplies. This option is a
Paint stripping is an important part of wood refinishing. It’s easy to get rid of old paint and finish in order to uncover wood’s natural beauty. Wood that looks black and ugly can often be transformed almost magically by removing the old finish. Often the ugly appearance is entirely on
Many people distress cabinets and make them look older by using wax. The wax distressing method comes about when beeswax or even candle wax is applied, and later when the top coat is removed, a distressed look is the result. Beeswax distressing allows the cabinets to have a textured look
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