Amy Howard shows you ideas for repainting and adding a gilded, antique look that you can use to update kitchen cabinets, furniture and home décor. Learn how ...
Amy Howard shows you how to transform kitchen cabinets with an antique look using her chalk-based paints and finishes. See an in-depth step-by-step demonstra...
Learn how to choose paint colors that create a comfortable, relaxing feel for your bedroom. See one bedroom transformed by paint 3 different ways to learn ho...
Storing Paint The Right Way
Have you ever painted a room in your house? Painting is just one of those DIY home improvement activities that we've all done at least once. It's relatively easy to paint, but it is still an investment in time. When your painting
What Are The Differences In Paint Finishes?
Once you have selected your paint color, the next step will be to choose the sheen or paint finish. The finish is a measure of how much light reflects off a painted surface. Some of the most common sheens are flat, eggshell and semi-gloss, but there are actually several
Have you ever wondered how to paint vinyl siding?
Do you want to add value to your home...consider painting vinyl siding.
Many homeowners are not aware that vinyl siding can be successfully painted. With the right paint and appealing color options, you can give your home a
Gloss, Satin or Matte?
Gloss, Satin or Matte - Finding the right paint finish can be tricky, but there are a few guidelines you may want to consider before picking the finish for your next paint job. The purpose of
When it comes to paint, quality matters.
One of the easiest and least costly ways to change the interior of your home is to paint. A fresh coat of paint seems to literally freshen up the room. However, if you choose a low-quality paint, the results may be disappointing. There are many reasons to use a
Faux suede is a decorative painting technique that has grown in popularity because of the soft and elegant texture it provides to plain, ordinary walls. While faux suede paint can be bought in a can, you can save money and add a personal touch to your walls by creating your own custom “suede” paint. All it takes is a little patience, creativity and the right know-how.
You’ll want to avoid these 11 disasters when you paint your own home. Learn from these readers’ painting mistakes and have a laugh.