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We often choose colors we believe to be an expression of ourselves. But the science of color psychology suggests that...
Choosing a paint color for your home’s exterior can be intimidating: This is a big, expensive job, and whatever color...
Make the most of your project, whether you're planning to paint wrought iron or wood flooring, concrete or curtains.
Kids and chalk go together like peanut butter and jelly—and parents love the easy cleanup of chalk, whether it’s on t...
If you’re starting a paint project and worry about protecting your floors, don’t just throw down a drop cloth. Consid...
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “historic color”? Do you envision a rather limited palette of muted grays...
Use a paint sprayer to revive your old cabinets with a glossy, smooth finish.
While so many of us own pieces of wood laminate furniture, so few ever think to reinvent them with paint.
Looking for a way to liven up a drab set of stairs? You might want to pick up some paint.
For a quick, low-stress room update, skip the walls and try painting your curtains!
In her position as director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams, Jackie Jordan spends her days looking at color, ...
Take wood furniture from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint.
Varnish, lacquer, shellac and other clear coats are applied to protect wood furniture and flooring from scratches, sc...
Use spray paint to give new life to your old wrought iron patio furniture.
It's always amazed me to see workmen sanding all the paint off a home's exterior just because some of the paint is pe...
Paint the stairs in your house to make the hum-drum trip between floors a journey worth remembering.
Hurricane Sandy proved to be a trial for many of us. My wife and I were fortunate, and our home suffered no major dam...
Walk into a hardware or paint store today to buy a paint brush and you could easily be overwhelmed by the number of o...
It's finally here—Friday! The weekend is a great time to relax, but it's also the perfect opportunity to bring simple...
A ceiling can be a real pain in the neck to paint, but there are some simple ways to make this job a bit easier. List...
The first time I heard about someone painting a wood floor I was skeptical. Would it last? Could you scrub it? And wh...
To the surprise of no one, chalkboard paint is exactly as it sounds: when you use it to paint a wall, that wall becom...
Pantone, the global authority on color for the design industries, has announced the Color of the Year for 2013: Emera...
The health benefits of low-VOC paints for people with chemical sensitivities and respiratory conditions are well docu...
Fiberglass doors have been popular for years now as a durable, energy-efficient alternative to wood doors that can be...
If you’re taking on any last-minute holiday painting projects, here’s a primer on… primer. Listen to BOB VILA ON PAIN...
Here's a thrifty way to dress up your home for holiday entertaining that's been around for hundreds of years. Since t...
If your to-do list includes painting brick or concrete, keep in mind that masonry requires some special treatment. Li...
When it comes to getting a room painted fast, a paint roller is a do-it-yourselfer's best friend. Here's how to get t...
Nothing says clean and new like fresh paint. If you’re moving into a new place this fall or just want to perk up the ...
There's a special place in my heart for apps that help match paint colors. PaintSwatches (from Aquariform Designs) al...
Researching how to paint a house? Here are eight expert tips to help make the undertaking DIY-manageable.
With its new eco-minded Emerald paints and ColorCast Eco Toners, Sherwin-Williams gives homeowners more high-performi...
Looking to learn how to paint trim? It's not so different from painting other surfaces in a home. Your method will va...
When you’re painting, windows are often the hardest things to get right. CM_BVILANOTES-3 Painting WindowsListen to BO...
It’s not uncommon to find beautiful woodwork with coat after coat of paint obscuring its detail, especially in older ...
Use a power sprayer to cut days off your next big paint job. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON POWER SPRAYER TIPS, or read ...
Summertime’s a great time to get to that exterior paint job you’ve been putting off. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON EXTE...
Here are twelve neutrals that color experts and designers rank as their top "fail-safe" picks.
Try the new low-VOC paints that get the job done with fewer toxic chemicals
Consult these step-by-step interior painting pointers to get the job done right.
Try these decorative painting techniques to evoke elegance without expense.
Maryam Montague, author of "Marrakesh By Design," shares her tips for this great DIY project.
Here’s how to make neater work of your next painting project…LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON PAINTING TIMESAVERS, or read...
For a great finish on your next painting project, start by prepping the surface the right way. LISTENListen to BOB VI...
Painting a ceiling is not as difficult as it may appear. Here are some tips to help you finish the job just like the pros.
Not sure what to do with old paint cans cluttering up your basement or garage? Follow this action plan to either cond...
If you’re ready to go a step further than a simple coat of paint to personalize your home, try faux finishing. LISTEN...
April has ushered in a burst of color, and we’re not just talking about floral blooms. According to a 2012 Spring Hom...
There is nothing that stirs the senses quite like color. Consider how a sunny day affects your temperament, and why w...
Take it from the pros—a superior paint job requires a lot more than choosing the right paint color.
How to Paint Furniture: A "make-over" artist shares her tips on turning old into new with little more than a fresh coat of paint.
Learn how to paint kitchen cabinets in order to give your kitchen a brand-new look, affordably!
The paint may be peeling, the color fading, or it just could be time to freshen the look of your home’s exterior. Is this a project you can do without the pros?
Restore detail to old woodwork by stripping paint that obscures the grain's beauty.
Color, finish, quality, and personal taste are important factors in paint selection.
Here’s a list of essential tools and materials to help you get started on your next painting project.
It takes the right paint applicators to get the biggest payback from your investment in high-quality paint.
Follow these easy paint makeover tips to transform an old piece of furniture into one that's fresh and new!
Start here if you don't know where to begin on your next housing painting project.
If you want to paint like a pro, heed these little-known painting tips.
Color specialist Eve Ashcraft offers six inspirations to help you choose a color scheme for any space in your home.
Taking a cue from Pantone's 2012 color of the year, these ten products are certain to put you in a Tangerine Tango-like mood.
If you're anything like me, standing in front of a sea of paint colors at the local home center can be an angst-ridde...
Consider these paint color options to preserve the historical accuracy of your home.
The right color can give a paint job your personal mark, so follow these guidelines when selecting paint colors for your home.
Repainting exterior wood or wood trim is time-consuming, so don't let your paint job fail. Learn to recognize the symptoms and create a paint job that will last.
New paints and surface coatings offer more protection for your home's exterior.
With little time to spare and a painting project to tackle, choose a paint sprayer with the right pump, tip and features to get the job done fast.
Paint your house to increase its value without spending too much.
Interior paint color reflects taste, affects moods, and showcases or downplays a home's features and shortcomings. Knowing how color works to fool the eye will he...
The walls in the new addition are just about ready for paint. The new fireplace, trimmed with fieldstone, will make this new in-law suite very cozy. Interior door...
Bob is in the guest bedroom across from the nursery reviewing the kind of paints being used and interior painting tips.
Bob meets with faux-painting expert Kim Sweet, who is applying a gold parchment effect on the master bedroom walls. Bob tries his hand at applying some color.
Architectural conservator Brian Powell helps Bob do some detective work to discover the original exterior paint color scheme. They then look at historically appro...
Don Humphrey is spraying a cement and polymer mix onto the pool edge.
Bob is joined by Joann Borges of CertaPro Painters, who goes over techniques and selected paints for covering new walls and trim efficiently and evenly.
Bob learns about exterior paint that can be applied at temperatures near freezing, and also about low-odor low-VOC paints.
Bob talks with painting contractor Matt Green, who advises on painting shortcuts as he coats the window trim.
Bob looks at the old doors, then meets with local artist Elaine Havaland, who demonstrates a faux-finishing technique.
Bob looks on as contractors remove lead paint from the porch columns, then safely dispose of the old paint.
Bob meets with painting contractor Pat Estevez to discuss exterior paint selection and application techniques.
Bob works with the homeowners, who are stripping old paint off an antique cabinet. On top of the chemicals used to loosen the paint, they discuss the several safe...
Alongside restoration specialist Richard Marks at the Federal-style home in Charleston, Bob watches painter David Snyder scrape and sand old wood siding.
Bob chats with painter Rick Snyder in the dining room of the Federal-style home, while Rick experiments with color on intricate wood detail.
Bob meets with Rick and Martha Snyder to see how they faux-finish an antique door in such a way that reproduces the original look.
Bob helps painting contractor Milo Moran roll solid stain over the yellow pine plywood walls on the boat storage side of the garage. Though not often applied insi...
Painting contractor Mike Suarez sprays water-based stain on the home's exterior, while Bob, accompanied by paint consultant Sherry Hiller, tours the island with a...
Bob confers with artist Margo Datz about decorative striping and stenciling in the master bedroom. She demonstrates for Bob how to add a stencil pattern to painte...
Painter Gary Halzel is putting the finishing touches on the master bedroom walls using a rag-rolling technique.
At the Plymouth project site, tips for exterior paint prep and application are shared.
Artisan Terry Maiche demonstrates two inexpensive ways to dress up a floor with paint: spattering and stenciling.
Bob meets with the painters giving a unique faux finish to the feature wall.
Bob joins Ron Boyajian to talk over painting the exterior clapboards. The surface is power-washed, sanded, and primed. Then, acrylic paint is applied. The painter...
