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Nice Guys Finish Flat...

Nice Guys Finish Flat...Nice Guys Finish Flat... There are all kinds of different paint finishes available and here's a breakdown of what to use and where to use it. Paint finishes range from flat (the dullest and softest) to gloss (the shiniest and most durable). And a general rule of thumb is, folks who are tough on their paint should consider the glossier,..

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Not Very Ap-peeling

Not Very Ap-peelingNot Very Ap-peeling Before you start painting outdoors, check out the prior job to spot possible recurring problems and fix them before you start. One typical problem is peeling paint outside of humid rooms in the house, such as kitchens or bathrooms. The humidity goes through the walls and bubbles up under the paint in the summer heat,...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 93


Paint a Panel Door

Paint a Panel DoorPaint a Panel Door Most painting work is relatively straightforward, if not easy. However, each painting project presents certain challenges - and so it is with painting raised-panel wood doors. Among them: (1) Paint applied over the joints between the panel and frame forms a film that often cracks. (2) The flat parts of a door are easy to...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 108


Paint an Iron Railing

Paint an Iron RailingPaint an Iron Railing Iron railings are usually professionally finished before installation. If you're careful to avoid chipping the finish, the protective coating will last for many years. Proper maintenance will ensure that the railing will last indefinitely. The posts are usually made with square tubing rather than solid metal....

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 142


Paint Ceramic Tile popular

Paint Ceramic TilePaint Ceramic Tile If you've grown tired of the look of your ceramic tile or you're changing your decor, painting can save the expense of tiling over the existing tile or replacing it. While you should certainly leave painting ceramic tile shower and tub walls to the specialists (see your telephone directory under Bathtub...

 

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Mon Oct 14 2002
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Paint or Stain Fencing

Paint or Stain FencingPaint or Stain Fencing Protect and beautify your fence with a coat of paint every four to five years. If you let it go much longer than that, you'll need more preparation work, and prep is the hardest part of the job! In fact, it's a good idea to do a yearly cleaning and touch-up of peeling areas. If your wood fence is unfinished or...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 122


Paint Wood Paneling popular

Paint Wood PanelingPaint Wood Paneling If you have tired of dark wood paneling or just want to brighten a paneled room, you can paint the paneling, provided you properly prepare the surface. This involves removing grease and dirt and scuff-sanding the factory finish so the paint will adhere better. Before you start, consider your options. If for example,...

 

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Mon Oct 14 2002
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Painting a Room

Painting a RoomPainting a Room Change the style or the whole look of a room by changing the colors. The best way to lighten a dark, wood-paneled room is to paint the panels a light color. This opens the room up and makes it look bigger. Change a boring old white walled room into a breezy room with pale blue. Paint the walls so that they complement your...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 178


Painting Concrete Walls and Floors

Painting Concrete Walls and FloorsPainting Concrete Walls and Floors Gray just isn't your color. Well, here is a way to spruce up a dull concrete wall or floor by painting it. Be creative. Instead of sticking to one color, choose a theme and paint it. Try painting bowling lanes on the floor. All you need to add are the bowling pins and a bowling ball. Bowling not your...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 151


Painting Leftovers

Painting LeftoversPainting Leftovers Congratulations! You finished your paint job but you have some paint left over. What do you do with it? Paint can be stored for years when done right. Just close the lid securely and then turn the can upside down to create a tight seal around the lid. That keeps it fresh. Use it for touch-up jobs, other projects...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
Views: 74


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