Paint & Wallpaper
Of all home improvement projects, painting is by far the
most common. There is more to painting than meets the eye. All paints
serve the same basic function, but what separates them are their durability,
thickness, finish, hardness and drying time. Armed with a little knowledge
of paint ingredients, you can comparison shop the professional and store
brands with confidence.
Wallpaper is the second most common material for
covering interior walls and surfaces. It introduces color, light, mood,
and personality. Unlike paint, however, wallpaper hides the texture of
the wall and imparts its own. Wallpaper also adds another dimension– pattern
or design.
Paint
and Wallpaper: An Overview
Of all home-improvements projects, paint and wallpaper are by far the most common. But there is more to interior finishes than meets the eye. GO!
Of all home-improvements projects, paint and wallpaper are by far the most common. But there is more to interior finishes than meets the eye. GO!
Exterior
Painting: Before You Begin
To get a better-looking, longer-lasting paint job, take a good look at the surface you plan to paint before you start your painting project. GO!
To get a better-looking, longer-lasting paint job, take a good look at the surface you plan to paint before you start your painting project. GO!
The
Importance of Paint Quality
When it comes to coverage, cleanup, and durability, paint quality determines the paint job. Knowing the qualities of each will help you determine which paint to use and how much you should spend. GO!
When it comes to coverage, cleanup, and durability, paint quality determines the paint job. Knowing the qualities of each will help you determine which paint to use and how much you should spend. GO!
The
Basics of Paint Selection
Choosing the right paint depends on a wide range of factors. But the most important is personal preference. GO!
Choosing the right paint depends on a wide range of factors. But the most important is personal preference. GO!
Choosing your paint wisely will determine how well it will last and wear. Whether to use latex or oil-based, alkyds or acrylics depends on the surface to be covered, the conditions it will face, and any base paint underneath. GO!
Choosing your paint wisely will determine how well it will last and wear. Whether to use latex or oil-based, alkyds or acrylics depends on the surface to be covered, the conditions it will face, and any base paint underneath. GO!
The right color gives a paint job your personal mark. An understanding of color families, hues, values, and tones gives you the tools you need to make the right choices. GO!
Using the right color can help you achieve the impossible by making objects seem smaller, larger, longer, wider, taller, or even more intimate than they really are. GO!
The right color gives a paint job your personal mark. An understanding of color families, hues, values, and tones gives you the tools you need to make the right choices. GO!
It takes the right paint applicators to get the biggest payback from your investment in high-quality paint. GO!
Here’s a list of essential tools and materials to help you get started on your next painting project. GO!
Lead-based paint is a serious health risk in older homes. Today, new products are available that may save the time and expense of lead removal procedures. GO!
If you've ever struggled to paint a 2-inch window frame with a 4-inch brush, you know the frustration of using the wrong painting tool. Sizing up your paint and brush needs will make your tools work for you, instead of against you. GO!
The decision to wallpaper is a smart and economical one. Today's easy-to-handle wallpapers and printed borders are extremely popular. Wallpaper adds personality to a living space and provides good value, especially considering how long it can last. GO!
Tired of staring at those same old four walls (or floors or cabinet doors, etc.)? There are a myriad of techniques for creating visually exciting paint finishes for walls, floors, doors, cabinets, and furniture. GO!
Why wallpaper when a simple stencil will add the perfect personal touch? With a little elbow grease and imagination, even the most uneven old wall can become an artist’s canvas. GO!