Painting

Painting is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways of making improvements to your home. Whether you're planning an interior or exterior paint project, one of the most important things you can do to make your paint job last is to do the proper prep work! This includes cleaning and priming all surfaces, choosing the right paint and using the proper tools. When it come to purchasing paint, price usually indicates quality and performance, so buy the best your budget allows. This also includes your brushes and other tools...don't skimp on quality - it'll show in the end result.

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How Do I Hire a Contractor or a Handyman?

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Home Painting Colors and Themes

Find the color theme that best fits your home and lifestyle!
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Painting Your Home's Exterior: Things You Should Know

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Decorative Painting Techniques: Faux Finishing

Applying a faux finish to your walls can add real character! Use our guide to find techniques you can use in your home!
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Painting Projects That Add Value To Your Home

Adding value to your home is always a plus. Painting your home is just one way to add that value...and at minimal...
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How to Paint like a Professional

Learn the skills and techniques used by professional painters to get that professional-looking, and fabulous, paint job!
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Kitchen Remodeling: The Best Ways To Add Value To Your Home

Remodeling your kitchen is one of the best ways to increase your home's value. Find out what projects bring in...
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Small Bathroom Design Ideas and Inspiration

Learn how you can make your small bathroom feel bigger with design tips, tricks, and techniques.
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Painting Tips No Weekend Warrior Should Be Without from the makers of HANDy Paint Products

A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to completely transform and update a room.
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Distressing, Antiquing, Glazing, And Other Faux Finishes

Ever wanted to find out how to create a great faux finish for any surface? Use our guide to find out!
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Refinishing and Refacing Kitchen and Bath Cabinets

Give your kitchen and bathroom cabinets a makeover by refacing or refinishing them - on a budget.
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Painting Kitchen and Bath Cabinets

Think your cabinets are old and drab? Instead of replacing them, revive them with some elbow grease and paint!
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Refacing And Painting Your Kitchen Appliances

Tired of old appliances dragging your kitchen decor down? Instead of replacing them, how about refacing or painting...

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