Painting
Choose the Perfect Paint Color for Any Room
By Lindsey Schroeder You have finally decided to tackle that painting project and you couldn’t be more excited. The living space is going to be completely transformed with this one simple color change. So you head to the store, ready to buy your paint, and then it happens: You are met with row after row and brand after brand of […]
Protect Your Wood for Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living, Stain, Staining
Staining and sealing for protection from the elements By Matt Weber
Pro Tips for Exterior House Painting
Construction How-To, Home Improvement Products, Painting
By Tom Matthews
Make a Custom Slate Chalkboard
A Classic Kitchen Accessory Mounted with a French Cleat By Rob Robillard In this article I cut a 100-year-old, recycled slate chalkboard and create a custom-sized frame to hang it in. A client of mine came across an old slate blackboard that was salvaged from a boarding school. This blackboard was originally installed in the French classroom of the […]
Painting Project Tried-and-True Tips
Tried-and-true tips for a successful DIY painting project. By Matt Weber
Preserving Outdoor Wood
Construction How-To, Fences, Outdoor Living, Staining
Staining and sealing outdoor wood is among the best ways to protect it from the elements. By Matt Weber
Paint Tools Update
Construction How-To, Decorating, Home Improvement Products, Painting, Projects, Tool Reviews, Tools
Hands-down the most popular project among do-it-yourselfers, painting is a fundamental way to transform the look and feel of any room or object, indoors or out. With a little patience, diligent prep work, a coat of primer and the proper procedure, you can apply a new coat of paint with professional-looking results. Here’s a roundup of new painting equipment […]
Skim Coating a Wall to Prep for Painting
Construction How-To, drywall, Drywall, Wallpaper, wallpaper. wall coverings, walls
Removing Wallpaper to Create a Painted Wall Surface By Larry Walton
Fence Staining Made Easy
Construction How-To, Fencing, Outdoors, Staining
Protect and beautify your outdoor wood—fast. By Matt Weber
Paint Supplies for your Next Project
Painting, Painting, Remodeling
By Tom Mathews Painting is the most common home-improvement project, and the tools and supplies to do the job are constantly evolving. Here’s a roundup of new products to make your next color correction a rousing success. Wooster Paint Brushes The Wooster Brush Company has the right paint brush for the job, no matter […]