Garage doors, a front door, and interior paint don’t sound dramatic—until they’re installed. This episode marks the shift from raw construction to livable space. Once the doors are hung and the walls ...
A serene, mid-tone green with subtle blue undertones, jade evokes a calmness and clarity that feels both earthy and refined. The hue can feel serene or, when paired with equally rich shades — as in ...
Stop stressing on the cost per can. The size of the surface area you are painting; the square feet of it, is the first cost driver when you are planning to repaint.
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11 painting secrets from our expert readers

We asked for real-world painting pointers—and got hundreds of great tips from our Field Editors. Here are some of our favorites. Get Better Painting Results Improving your painting results often comes ...
The right front door color can help your home stand out from the rest. The wrong color highlights scuffs and can make your entryway look dark or dull. Avoid jet black, white, or shades that disappear ...
When it comes to making a strong first impression with your home, consider the front door the exterior heavyweight. It’s one of the first things guests encounter and a view you and your neighbors will ...
Juan Torres, owner of 518 Painters, a Capital Region business that tackles everything from interior paint jobs and kitchen cabinet makeovers to drywall repairs and popcorn ceiling removal. A good ...
Buying a can of paint should be an easy task. But walk into any home center or paint store and you’ll quickly discover that it can be quite daunting: wall-to-wall options and multiple formulations and ...
After a notable obsession with yellow houses, historic homes, and glossy magazines as a child that lead to a degree in American Studies from Sewanee: University of the South followed by a jaunt ...