Painting & Interiors

Painting With Low-VOC Paint

Bob learns about exterior paint that can be applied at temperatures near freezing, and also about low-odor low-VOC paints.

Bob Vila's Top 12 Painting Tips
One trick to determine whether you have the right primer is to put a coat on and let it dry, then take a razor blade and very lightly mark an X in the paint. Put duct tape over the X and then pull back. If the paint sticks, you’ve made a good choice.
How To: Avoid House Painting Problems
Repainting exterior wood or wood trim is time-consuming, so don't let your paint job fail.
How To: Choose a Paint Finish
Foolproof tips for choosing paint finishes, from interior designer Celerie Kemble.
How To: Clean Paint Brushes
Cleaning a brush is made easier if you remove as much of the paint from its bristles as possible. Use up what paint remains on your brush on whatever you are painting.
How To: Decorate a Loft
Wide open spaces in lofts offer extensive opportunities—and unique challenges—for expressing your creativity. Designers and loft owners share their tips for space planning, storage, sound, scale, and privacy.
How To: Distress New Beams for a Century-Old Look
Creating distressed beams adds character to any space.
How To: Paint Kitchen Cabinets
Learn how to paint kitchen cabinets here, and give your kitchen a brand new look, affordably!