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How to Patch a Hole In the Wall (and Make It Invisible)

Set about an interior painting project and you are almost guaranteed to encounter imperfections along the way. In fact, it’s not until you begin examining your walls up close that you realize just how far from perfect some of them have become. Preparation holds the …

The 6 Best Paint Colors for Staging a Home

Presenting a home in a way that appeals to all potential buyers is tricky. If not, practically impossible. The issue lies in the fact that each and every individual visitor to a home for sale has entirely different expectations. Not to mention, very different tastes, …

Can I (and should I) Speed Up the Paint Drying Process in Winter?

Winter can be a surprisingly appropriate and efficient time of year to paint your interiors. For one thing, you’ll be spending much less time outdoors in the freezing cold weather, so you may as well make the best of the extra time you have. In …

The Fastest Way to Paint All of Your Interior Doors

First things first, we don’t usually recommend rushing interior painting jobs.  Quite the opposite, as taking your time holds the key to a flawless finish to be proud of. But there are instances where taking something of a ‘production line’ approach to painting can both …

How Should I Clean My Walls Before Painting?

There’s nothing quite like a fresh coat of paint to completely change the dynamic of any interior space. Whether opting for a bold new color or simply looking to refresh your walls, he really can be the ultimate home improvement. One of the golden rules …

Bubbling Paint: Dealing with the Ultimate Annoyance

There’s nothing quite so satisfying as standing back and admiring your handiwork following a job well done. You have a good look from every angle, you soak up the effect in every light, and you’re genuinely proud of your interior paint job. Unfortunately, this initial …

Can You Paint Tiles?

One of the biggest downsides of decorating with tiles is the fact that they leave little scope for future alterations. Unless you go through the laborious process of removing them, stripping the adhesive and painstakingly preparing the surface, you’re basically stuck with them. Or are …

Getting Creative with Painted Fence Panels

With the countdown to the fall season well underway, now’s the time to start tackling those last-minute outdoor paint jobs.  The temptation to leave things until spring can be huge, but you simply risk making things even more laborious for yourself. If you show your …

Exterior Paint Sheens – The Facts You Need

Narrowing things down to the perfect color for the exterior of your home is never easy. In fact, it’s one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make with respect to how your property is presented. But what’s often overlooked is the importance of subsequently choosing …

Why Professional Exterior Painting is Worth Paying For

The appeal of tackling exterior painting projects the old-fashioned way is understandable. For those with a penchant for DIY, the whole thing can indeed be a pleasure from start to finish. Not to mention, the enormous satisfaction that comes with admiring your achievements when the …