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Painting
February 10, 2012 | Friday
Selecting the Right Paint Tools
It takes the right paint applicators to get the biggest payback from your investment in high-quality paint.
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BOB VILA
Painting
January 27, 2012 | Friday
5 Easy Steps to a Successful Paint Makeover
Follow these easy paint makeover tips to transform an old piece of furniture into one that's fresh and new!
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KIM YEAGER
Painting
January 26, 2012 | Thursday
Paint Guide: 10 Essentials for Successful House Painting
Start here if you don't know where to begin on your next housing painting project.
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BOB VILA
Painting
January 26, 2012 | Thursday
Bob Vila's Top 12 Painting Tips
If you want to paint like a pro, heed these little-known painting tips.
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LUANN BRANDSEN
Painting
January 25, 2012 | Wednesday
Eve Ashcraft's 6 Inspirations for Choosing a Color Palette
Color specialist Eve Ashcraft offers six inspirations to help you choose a color scheme for any space in your home.
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EVE ASHCRAFT
Painting
January 23, 2012 | Monday
Pantone: The 20th Century in Color
While I’d always been interested in history, it wasn't until I got to college that I fell in love with it. A special ...
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LAUREN CABRAL
Painting
January 21, 2012 | Saturday
Tangerine Tango: 10 Products on Trend
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.
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LAUREN CABRAL
Painting
January 17, 2012 | Tuesday
Eve Ashcraft's "The Right Color"
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...
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LARRY BILOTTI
Painting
January 12, 2012 | Thursday
Paint Stripping Tools
Need to remove paint? These stripping tools will prove useful.
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BOB VILA
Painting
January 10, 2012 | Tuesday
How To: Choose a Paint Finish
Foolproof tips for choosing a paint finish, from interior designer Celerie Kemble.
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CELERIE KEMBLE
Painting
January 05, 2012 | Thursday
Bob Vila's Guide to Historic Paint Colors
Consider these paint color options to preserve the historical accuracy of your home.
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HUGH HOWARD
Painting
January 04, 2012 | Wednesday
Historic Paint Colors
A primer for researching and choosing paint colors for the historic house.
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HUGH HOWARD
Painting
January 02, 2012 | Monday
How To: Select a Paint Color
The right color can give a paint job your personal mark, so follow these guidelines when selecting paint colors for your h...
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BOB VILA
Painting
December 06, 2011 | Tuesday
How To: Avoid House Painting Problems
Repainting exterior wood or wood trim is time-consuming, so don't let your paint job fail. Learn to recognize the symptoms...
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MAUREEN BLANEY FLIETNER
Painting
November 14, 2011 | Monday
Paints and Finishes
There are many options to consider when choosing paints and finishes.
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BOB VILA
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