Color Ideas
How to Test Paint Samples Before You Commit
Test paint samples the right way: patch size, lighting checks and step-by-step tips so you pick a color you love before buying…
Tools & Supplies
How to Store Leftover Paint So It Stays Usable
Store leftover paint the right way: seal the lid, label the can, pick a stable spot, and learn how to tell if old paint is still…
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Wall Painting Tips
How to Paint Trim and Baseboards Like a Pro
Learn how to paint trim and baseboards with caulk, primer and a smooth brush technique. Get sharp, durable edges without the usual…
Tools & Supplies
Do You Need Primer? When to Prime and When to Skip
Do you need primer before painting? See when priming matters for stains, bare surfaces and color changes, and when you can safely…
DIY Home Projects
DIY Ombre Wall Paint: Blend Colors Smoothly
Create a diy ombre wall with two paints and mixed in-between shades. Learn the band method, blending tricks and fixes for hard…
Art & Canvas Painting
How to Stretch a Canvas at Home
How to stretch a canvas at home: the tools, a clear step-by-step method, plus corner folds and fixes for ripples so it…
Furniture Makeovers
How to Seal Painted Furniture: Wax or Polyurethane?
Not sure how to seal painted furniture? Compare wax and polyurethane, learn when to use each, and follow simple steps for a…
Color Ideas
Calming Bedroom Paint Colors and How to Use Them
Calming bedroom paint colors from sage and dusty blue to warm greige, with tips on sheen, light and testing. Create a restful…
Wall Painting Tips
Fix Peeling Paint on Walls: Causes and Repairs
Fix peeling paint for good. Find the cause, scrape, sand, prime and repaint with our clear steps, plus tips for bathrooms, ceilings…
Tools & Supplies
Drop Cloths for Painting: Protect Your Room Before You Start
Drop cloths for painting come in canvas, plastic and paper. Learn which suits your floors and furniture and how to protect a…
Prep decides the finish
Clean, fill, sand and prime. Most paint problems start before the lid comes off.
Test before you commit
Colour changes with light. Live with a sample for a few days first.
Work safe
Ventilate, wear the right mask and treat homes built before 1978 as possible lead-paint risks.