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There is no better feeling than getting cozy by a fire with your favorite drink as winter sets in – especially if your fireplace looks incredible.   Knowing how to paint the inside of your fireplace is the first step in tying together your home décor while hiding any soot. Read on to discover our hacks for painting your fireplace.  Painting […]

Painting or staining your deck is a great way to get the look that you want with this important aspect of your home. Many decks will have untreated wood on them, giving you a blank slate to get started with your artistic needs.   However, there are some decks that may already have paint on them, and […]

While you can paint rubber successfully, it’s all too easy to end up with cracked or peeling paint a few days later. Rubber, both natural and synthetic versions, is elastic. This quality makes it versatile as an everyday material but fickle when it comes to taking paint.   This guide will teach you which types of rubber […]

Chalk paint can be your best friend if you’re trying to give a DIY project a distressed vintage look or upcycle an old piece of furniture. But sometimes, the reality doesn’t match up with our expectations, or as the piece ages, the paint might begin to discolor. If your chalk paint finish is not up to scratch, this […]

Learning how to paint your metal roof is a great way to stay on top of maintenance issues and change its appearance.  Since metal roofs can last an astonishing 70 years, sticking with the same color for decades might get old.  Fresh paint lets you quickly and cheaply address issues like rust before they turn […]

Painting baseboards or trim in your home neatly is challenging enough, but doubly so if the carpet is already installed. What’s more, the thicker the carpet, the more difficult it will be to adequately protect your floors from paint drips and splatters.   In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to paint your baseboards or trim without […]

Say goodbye to dull and faded shutters, and say hello to restored, vibrant shutters by simply adding a lick of paint. Painting your shutters instead of replacing them will save you money, and it will keep your doors and windows looking up to date.   This guide is to help readers learn how to paint shutters with ease so […]

If you are considering painting a room, there are several steps that you must take before you begin painting. It is important to clean, sand, and prime each wall before you ever dip your brush into the paint. One of the most important first steps is sanding the walls. This article will explain the importance of […]

If you are looking to increase the aesthetic appeal of your home, you may want to consider painting your gutters. While there are plenty of things to consider when making the choice to paint your gutters, we are here to help you along the way. Below you will find the best tips and tricks for […]

Removing paint spills and splatters can be tricky, but there is no need to panic. With the right tools, you can remove the paint quickly and painlessly – knowing how to get paint out of carpets is the first step.   Read on to discover our tips and tricks.  Things to Know Before Removing Paint from Carpet  Identify if the […]