Interior Painting

These are fairly common—they have a few different causes.

Will the sample match the finished product?

Buff up your surfaces the easy way.

It's an easy way to add a fun, unique look to a space.

Our Forum tackles some common painting queries.

Create a new look for your walls in seven steps.

Paint flooring to give it new life and color, and create a stunning home design.

Try this technique for a unique wall treatment.

Using wood paint can be very tricky sometimes. Many times people find out too late that they have forgotten

Preparation is key and primer is the definition of prep.

Paint and glaze colors should be selected to compliment each other. The closer the value of the colors,

For a stylish look for your kitchen backsplash, and one that is easy to clean, try installing a metallic finish of faux tin tiles. You will find that installation of these tiles can be faster and less complicated than for the more traditional tiles. Another advantage is that they will be more durable

Distressed cabinets can give a new kitchen a warmer, more personal feel. They can add interest as a design focal point or can simply make boring cabinets more interesting. They can give a room a completely different look and atmosphere. Because distressing cabinets is simple and inexpensive, it’s a

Paint finishes are widely used to increase the aesthetic appeal of furniture and there are many effective options/variations available in finishes including enamel, oil based, durable acrylic, gloss and semi-gloss latex melamine. Antique furniture usually requires paint finish to prevent any damage or

Vinyl paint can be tough to remove, especially on leather. Since vinyl paint is designed to stick to the surface and become part of it, it is best to work on the paint while it is still fresh. As soon as the paint dries, it may be very difficult to clear out. Tools and Materials Dry Lint Free Cloth

The faux wood paint finish imparts a grain effect that is most preferred for painted wood finishes. The hard wood has its own natural grainy structure that appeals to the eyes. But, most soft woods are close grained and have a flat appearance. The shortages of hard wood as well as that of high quality

Achieving completely smooth paint finishes takes skill, patience, and attention to detail. The main keys to success are in brush technique and good preparation of the surface you are painting. Perfectly smooth finishes also depend on the type of paint used. Wood surfaces can present some of the biggest

Oil enamel paint is a type of paint that dries hard and produces a glossy finish. After exposure to moisture and heat, the paint will begin to peel off and require removal. There are two recommended methods for stripping off the old paint – the dry and wet method. Tools and Materials Paint Stripper

Fiberglass paint removal can be quite a challenge. This is partly because fiberglass absorbs paint very well. Properly painted fiberglass items always give a smart visual appearance. However, when you decide to strip paint off fiberglass, you may have to work through several layers of paint. The wrong

Textured paint is one of those things which can be controversial in decorating. It suits many people in certain homes, but for others it is one of those things that go as soon as they move into a new place. Fortunately, removing textured paint is not as difficult as it might seem. You can save hundreds

Faux paint finishes are widely used applications for interior decoration offering a unique and personalized artistic touch to your interiors. They are fairly easy to apply and even amateurs with little painting experience or expertise can go about them effectively, creating beautiful visual designs as

Decorative painting on an antique piece of furniture can give it new life and a unique look. The key to success with this project is proper cleaning and preparation of the wood surface. If you are painting a design on a varnished surface, there are some considerations to keep in mind depending on the

There are many faux paint finishes that you can create on furniture. You can turn a bland piece into the focal point of a room. Take an old piece from your garage, basement or junk pile and give it new life with a new look. Depending upon which finish you decide to create, you will need various tools

Faux painting is a phenomenon that occurs when the color of the paint you have chosen from the store does not seem the same once painted on the walls. These situations can be prevented if you consider some basic rules in choosing the paint like making sure the color harmonizes with the other elements