A pair of old paint brushes.

How To Clean Paint Brushes

Cleaning your paint brushes may seem like an unnecessary hassle that won’t really make a difference, but the truth is, cleaning your brushes out well makes all the difference. Cleaning your brushes immediately after every use can prolong the life of the brush, as well as ensure that when you

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A tube of Plastic Wood from DAP

Types of Wood Fillers and Wood Repair Compounds

The benefits of using different types of wood filler will make the difference in whatever type of wood you are repairing, the condition of the wood, and the expense of repairing versus replacing. If for example, you are repairing a piece of outdoor furniture you will want to use good

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Using a disc sander to sand a wood window sill.

How to Choose the Right Power Sander for Painting

Power sanders are great tools to help with the removal of old peeling paint. The amount of effort spent sanding depends on the sander used. Your efforts can be wasted using the wrong tool. Each type of sander has very specific uses. There is no such thing as a do

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Drop cloths placed on exterior concrete for protection.

Drop Cloths: The Unsung Heroes of Painting

Have you ever tried to paint your house without using drop cloths? It’s a sure sign of a non-professional. You may have learned the hard way that it takes a lot more effort to clean up misplaced paint spatters than it would take to catch those stray paint blobs with

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A flat Purdy paint brush.

How Much Does A Paint Brush Really Cost You?

Many homeowners fall into the trap of thinking they can skimp on price when it comes to buying paint brushes. This can be a big mistake for a number of reasons and they all can cost you days of extra work. Drawing from my own experiences and the wisdom of

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A group of wet paint signs and safety cones om a sidewalk..

How to Stay Safe While Painting

Although painting is not generally considered to be a dangerous home improvement job, there are some tips you can follow in order to make sure you stay safe. Just as with any other type of home improvement or repair project, a few safety precautions can sometimes make the difference between

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Crisp white house painters overalls.

How to Choose the Right Clothes for Painting

So, you are ready to paint your walls. You have chosen the perfect color and you cannot wait to begin. Before you rush to open the paint can and start painting the walls, take a moment to prepare yourself. It is not enough to simply throw clothes on and hope

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A bunch of open paint cans. All sizes and colors.

Guide to Environmentally Friendly Paint

At first glance the various options for eco-friendly paint can be a bit overwhelming. There is a wide variety of brands that now offer environmentally friendly paints, as well as different types of paint. When considering making the “green” choice for your next painting project there are a few different

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Double cartridge, reusable respirator for particulate and gas.

Types of Respirators for Safety at Home

When painting your home, safety should always be your number one priority. Walls can be repainted and trim can be cleaned, but compromising your health and the health of those around you is not worth risking. Aside from ladder safety and eye protection while painting, a respirator is a great

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