How To Open a Paint Can (and Everything Else You Need to Know)
Learn how to safely and securely detach (and attach) paint can lids without making a mess or ruining the can.
Check Out These Peel-and-Stick Paint Samples (Plus Other Painting Innovations)
A new way to see paint samples, plus seven more tips, tools and apps that make choosing a paint color,...
Paint a Room Without Making a Mess!
Protect against spills, splatters and other disasters!
The Best Tips for Cutting in Paint
Where beginners run into trouble is cutting in along ceilings, moldings and other areas that require a perfectly straight line...
How to Fix Peeling Paint
Strategies for making paint jobs last longer
Here’s a Trick to Help Save Solvent (the Earth, Too!)
Learn how to clean, save and re-use paint thinner to clean paintbrushes.
Car Paint Repair: Get Touch Up Painting Done in 4 Quick Steps
Fix-up those door dings and nicks in a jiffy with this car paint touch up process.
Everything You Need to Know About Mural Wall Painting
If you've always wanted to paint a mural in your home, these tips and tricks from a pro are just...
Save Big By Hiring Contractors Off-Season
Choosing the right time to hire home contractors can save you money and get better quality work. Here's the best...
How to Remove Paint from Wood Floors
If you or someone else has accidentally gotten paint on your wood floors, your next DIY project is removing that...
Antique Painted Cabinets: Tips and Techniques to Try at Home
Update the look of your kitchen by giving your existing cabinets a new, yet old look. Antique painted cabinets give...
How To Remove Layers of Old Paint On Your Walls
Learn how to get paint off walls before applying a fresh coat.
Reader Project: DIY Painting Platform
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Safe and Healthy Spray Painting Tips
Protect your health and future with a dust mask rated for chemical vapors
How to Choose and Use Painter’s Tape
Apply painter's tape faster and more effectively so you can start painting sooner and make fewer mistakes.
Trendy Paint Patterns to Spice Up Walls
If you're looking for a less permanent pattern than wallpaper, look no further than these trendy patterns for wall paint...
Decorative Painting Tips
Even a novice can create designer effects with these easy-to-use painting tools.
How to Remove Lead Paint Safely
Special report for DIYers who need to know how to identify lead paint and remove it
10 Painting Safety Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Stay safe from the hidden dangers of painting! Here are 10 painting safety tips we think every homeowner should know.
The Best Temperature to Paint Outside
No paint cracks will occur if you do it at this temperature!
Is it Safe to Paint an Old Radiator?
The short answer is yes. But there are some tips to know, such as how to prep the radiator for...
How to Match Wood Stain: Head to the Paint Store
This is the easiest, most accurate way to match wood stain for your project.
How to Prepare Wood Trim for a Smooth Paint Job
Here's how to wash, sand, scrap and fill woodwork for a smooth finish.
How to Clean Up Paint in Carpet
The absolute no-no in painting is spilling paint on the carpet. If it ever happens, scrub it out with this...
11 Great Tips for DIY Car Body Repair
Do you prefer to work on your car yourself? Do you like the idea of being able to fix a...
Great Tips for Painting Doors
Painting doors? Proper preparation, the right tools and materials and good technique result in a silky-smooth, long-lasting finish. Use these...
Myth-Buster: The Right Way to Test Paint Colors
Love rich colors? Some hues need a special ingredient to come out right. Plus: See what 5 pros say about...