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How to paint a room in 10 easy steps

Use a 3/8-in. nap roller to paint the ceiling from one end of the room to the other. Roll the paint on in the same direction, ...
Find out how to fix common painting mistakes from paint experts and contractors. Avoid common painting mistakes with these ...
Instead of using painter’s tape to mask off above baseboards and other areas you don’t want painted when painting trim, use a so-called paint shield. They are inexpensive and come in various styles ...
We asked for real-world painting pointers—and got hundreds of great tips from our Field Editors. Here are some of our ...
Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent know paint. The couple has decades of combined experience in the interior design space, and with that comes dozens of painting tips that they absolutely swear by. While ...
There’s no quicker, more convenient way to paint small- to medium-size parts and projects than with spray paint. The challenge is how do you apply a smooth, even coat of paint without runs, drips and ...
Dipping a roller in some paint and slapping it on a wall seems like such a simple task—and to an extent, it is. But there are a few tips and tools that do make the job quicker, easier, and result in ...
Paint can do wonders to breathe new life into the appearance of a dingy old room or the otherwise rundown exterior of a home. A good coat of paint on interior walls and woodwork can them more abrasion ...
Painting the interior of a house: such a basic home improvement, such a perilous pit of tough choices, expensive mistakes, and strained necks. But with a few basic tips, painting your home can be a ...
SHREVEPORT, La. - Thinking about sprucing up your home before the holidays? Here are some tips on hiring a painter for your home, what you need to keep in mind if you do it yourself, and a few ...