Painting
Painting Different Colors on Different Walls
I was short on time today- so rather than a how-to article, I'm posting an idea. Why not give a room a very fun look by painting different colors on different walls? I did this in a child's playroom. There really aren't any rules here. I recommend the same sheen/finish (except maybe a flat on [...]
How to Apply Caulk
If you do any type of paint-grade woodwork installation (e.g. window/door casings, molding, built-in shelving), you will likely need to apply caulk. Luckily, the application is not difficult.
I highly recommend that you purchase a caulking gun. It is more cost effective and it is easier to control the application of the caulk than if [...]
6 Essential Items for Interior Painting
I've done plenty of painting in this house- enough to have formed some opinions on the tools and supplies that I like best (besides paint).
1. Brushes- 2", 1 1/2", 1" (in descending order of importance). Get the bristles in a sash cut, as you'll primarily be using the brushes to paint corners. I prefer [...]
Painting Stripes on an Accent Wall
A couple of years ago, we bought our daughter's bedroom furniture and bedding from the now defunct Bombay Kids. The color scheme of the bedding included two shades of pink, black, white, and light green. We really liked the colors and wanted to paint the walls to bring out those colors. While I can't take [...]
Which Type of Interior Paint to Use?
When it comes to paint, the options seems almost limitless. Here are some simple recommendations to make your paint selection a little less painful.
Brands This seems to be a fairly popular question. Most likely, every person you ask will give you a slightly different answer. So I'm going to give you my take. [...]
