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Painting Tips and Tricks

When painting baseboard, some painters slip masking tape under the baseboard. But this is time-consuming and doesn't create a ...
You might not be able to increase a room's square footage, but you can use paint to visually expand the space. Paint offers a cheap and easy way to update a space, and when used strategically, it can ...
Few do-it-yourself home improvements deliver more satisfaction than a fresh coat of paint. Newer types of paint are easier than ever to use, and a good quality product delivers great-looking results ...
Instead of using painter’s tape to mask off above baseboards and other areas you don’t want painted when painting trim, use a so-called paint shield. They are inexpensive and come in various styles ...
YOU might be surprised by just how radically a fresh coat of paint can change the appearance of your home. Pro tips from interior designers demonstrate how experimenting with finishes, placement, and ...
Dear Thomas: With proper preparation and application techniques, the paint should not peel for at least twice that long and probably longer. The quality of the paint has some impact on it, but even ...
We asked two interior designers how they choose paint colors for their clients' homes. A few things they consider: how different paint finishes interact with certain surfaces, how natural light ...