The Practical House Painting Guide
From sprucing up old furniture to giving picture frames a cohesive look, spray paint is ideal for projects that are smaller in scale. Items with multiple and uneven surfaces can prove tricky to cover thoroughly with paint when using a normal paint brush or roller. Brushes also have a tendency
Like all surfaces, masonry can benefit aesthetically from a coat of fresh paint from time to time. On exteriors, where weather is a concern, masonry paint provides protection against damage caused by the elements. Stucco, brick, rock, and rock veneer can all benefit from some type of masonry paint or
You have just finished painting and there is paint left in the can. It is not a lot, but you cannot bear to throw it away. What can you do with left over paint? Let the ideas below inspire you to waste not and, in the process, create some lovely
When you think about painting the inside of your house, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? The mess, the stress, the fumes? It all sounds like mere inconvenience, but did you know that the fumes can actually be harmful to your health? Most paints and varnishes emit Volatile
KEEP FROM FREEZING is printed on most paint manufacturers labels. Yet through the years as a painting contractor I cannot count the garages/sheds that I have been in where valuable paint is exposed to freezing temperatures. Oils, latex, aerosols, glue, joint compound, etc. are to be stored at room temperature
The best way to deal with paint disposal is to purchase and use enough for the job with very little left over. Often this isn’t always possible, since paint estimating isn’t an exact science. Plus, you should try to have some leftover paint for touch up. Now that you have
With such a wide variety of sealants now available, choosing the right caulking for the right job can be tricky. Fortunately, most home repairs can be accomplished without being an expert. Just a few different materials are enough to tackle most household chores. Because of its unique characteristics, 100% silicone
Have you ever pealed strips of silicon or silicon-based caulking after a few years? You know, when it easily pulls off like a long elastic band? Not a good seal any more, apparently. I have read that silicon is very mildly corrosive, you can see this on a failed old
Caulking can be one of the things that really makes your house look great. But, it can be difficult and time consuming for people if they don’t use the following tips. Often times I see a caulking job that has wrinkles, ripples and is generally a poor end product. Use
Learn The Causes and Remedies For Chalking Paint A fine, light colored, powdery residue on painted exterior surfaces of your home is chalking paint. This is normal and how all paints wear over time and is considerably better than peeling. How do you know if your exterior paint is chalky?
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