Wall Coverings
The Right Way to Paint a Room
Construction How-To, Painting, Projects, Remodeling, Wall Coverings
Professional painting results come from careful planning and prep work. DIY’ers should take a cue from the pros and think through every phase of the project ahead of time. The Right Primer & Paint Starting with a good primer ensures the truest color for your top coat, no matter the surface you’re working with—walls, cabinetry or trim. Beyond the truer […]
The Lowdown on Painting Tile
Bath, Decorating, Painting, Wall Coverings
By Matt Weber A frank look at what you can expect.
How to do Your Own Drywall Repairs
drywall, Drywall, Wall Coverings, walls
Damage Undone
Installing Wainscoting Adds Style
Construction How-To, Finish Carpentry, Mantels. Trim, Molding, Punch!, Wall Coverings, walls
“To line with boards or paneling,” is how Mr. Webster describes wainscot. Doesn’t sound very exciting, does it? Wainscot, however, can add excitement and set the theme of your home’s decor. Wainscoting, in most instances, is finished off with a variety of moldings and is a great way of creating a true, “custom […]
How to Install Vinyl Siding like the Pros
Construction How-To, Outdoor Living, Siding and Exterior, Wall Coverings
The experts at the Vinyl Siding Institute offer detailed installation guidelines.
DIY Drywall Repair
drywall, Wall Coverings, walls
Take a look at some smart drywall repair techniques, using site-mixed compound and a little ingenuity.
Putting Up Knockdown Texture
drywall, Wall Coverings, walls
A knockdown texture on sheetrock walls can give a room a warm, rustic appeal.
Giving Walls a Drywall Update
Construction How-To, drywall, Drywall, Wall Coverings, walls
Using drywall to cover cracked plaster provides an economical way to give an old room a new look.