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When I started trying to repaint my house on my own, I realized that I was out of my league. It was a lot more difficult than I had anticipated, and I wasn't sure how to proceed to prevent problems. I started thinking about different things that I could do to make things easier, and a friend of mine recommended working with a professional painter or wallpaper hanger. As soon as I started working with them, they really did a great job going through and resolving challenges in my place. This website is all about understanding painting and making things better.

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How To Paint Exterior Trim
Home improvement projects can be personally rewarding, especially if you do the work yourself. DIY projects not only save you money, but they can also give you a great sense of accomplishment. There are a number of manageable DIY projects that can be tackled by homeowners even if they don't have construction skills or tools. Even basic projects, like repainting the trim on your exterior can greatly add to your home style.

Homeowners - How To Refresh Outdated Vinyl Siding With Exterior Paint
Many homeowners choose vinyl siding because it saves them money. It eliminates the need to constantly repaint your house every few years. This house material can last from 10 to 15 years. Vinyl siding is known for its durability, but it can fade and look dull over time. An affordable solution is to paint over the vinyl instead of replacing it. Read on to find out how to refresh outdated vinyl siding.

How to Make Your Rooms Look Taller With Some Ceiling Paint
If you have small rooms or rooms with lower ceilings in your home, you have the ability to make those rooms appear much larger than they really are. No, you don't have to knock out a wall or deal with mirrors hung everywhere to achieve the larger look—all you need is a little paint and some know-how. Collect the Materials You will need: Measuring tape Pencil Paint Rollers, brushes and trays Ladder Drop cloths Select the Paint Color

Three Tips For Choosing A Color Scheme For Your Office Space
One component commonly overlooked when designing office space for employees is the color scheme. Color can have a big impact on employee energy and productivity, but may companies choose their office color scheme with their company branding in mind rather than worker output. Here are a couple of tips for choosing interior colors that affect your employees in a positive way so they can do their best work: Start with the End Effect in Mind

3 Tips For A Better Paint Job
Repainting your home is a great decision. It Is one of the most popular DIY home projects because the supplies are affordable and easy to find, the work is not that physical, it doesn't take too long, and you don't need to be an expert. It is a very accessible remodel. However, if you want your paint job to look great, you need to follow a few basic rules. This article explains three great steps that will make your exterior paint job standout.

Six Reasons Why You Should Have Your House Painted Before Selling It
You may want to have your home painted if you're in the process of selling it. Having your home painted can make your home easier to sell in a variety of ways. The following are six reasons why you should have your house painted before selling it: You'll improve the curb appeal of the exterior and attract more buyers. If you have your home's exterior painted, you can improve the appearance of your home from the outside.

What's in a Paint Store (That Isn't Anywhere Else) ?
Some paint is advertised on TV as "only available in 'X' paint store." It makes you wonder why certain paint brands are only sold in specific paint stores, while any and all other brands of wall paint are sold just about anywhere. Actually, there are a lot of things sold exclusively in a paint store that are not sold in any big-box store or massive home improvement store. Here are a few of those items.

Warehouse Painting: Questions To Ask
Eventually your commercial warehouse will need fresh paint. Even if customers never visit, it's smart and important to keep the place looking presentable out of respect for your employees and the reputation of your company; new paint can drastically improve both the interior and exterior of your warehouse. Before having the place worked on, ask these commercial painting questions first. When Can We Do It? Commercial painters are as busy as you are, and many of them operate during the week just as you do.

3 Tips To Deal With A Flooded Home And Severe Water Damage
When your home has been severely damaged by flooding, you want to get started with the cleanup and restoration quickly. Sometimes, these tasks are overwhelming and it is difficult to know where you want to start. Here are some tips that will help you deal with water in your home and severe problems due to flood damage: 1. Dealing With Areas With the Most Water and Getting It Out

Low Gloss And Satin Paints Compared
No matter where you are in your home, you can probably look around and immediately see a few things that you would like to upgrade. Of course, you might not be able to afford all of these upgrades immediately, so you need to consider your budget before starting any projects. It is a good idea to start off with small, affordable projects like interior painting. When it comes to overall cost, an interior paint job is among the cheapest possible home upgrades.