Specialty Painting Techniques Apartment Therapy is great for posting handy little tips and tricks to help you update your home. Here, Mark Chamberlian teaches you how to paint this pattern step by step without using tape. He suggests you use this big bold patterns in a big room for a great visual effect. Copper Sinks- Detroit Medicine Cabnets Custom Painted Tubs … [Read more...]
Decorating Rules: Painting The Ceiling
The rule used to be that you had to paint your ceiling white, but most designers now say this isn't the case anymore. You can paint your ceiling any color you want, remember that you may want to use a color two or three shades lighter than your wall color. This creates a feeling of height and openness in the room. If you have high ceilings already and want to create the feeling of coziness you … [Read more...]
DIY- Stenciled Placemats
Fabric Stencil Video Here is a video put out by Cutting Edge Stencils to teach you how to stencil inexpensive plain place mats, however I'm sure you could use this on any fabric with any stencil so grab some fabric and some paint and let your imagination run wild and get creative with this fun quick DIY project! … [Read more...]
The Best Way to Paint Corners
Painting corners in a room can be tedious and stressful. It's hard to tape these edges off so how do you paint all the way up to the ceiling without actually painting the ceiling? Same goes with the baseboards, chair rails ect. In this article there are several answers and suggestions to help with this question. But don't stop there. Scroll down there are several tips and suggestions in the … [Read more...]
Tips for Choosing Your Exterior Paint Color
Choosing an exterior paint color can be a daunting and stressful task. Unlike painting a room, painting the exterior of your home is difficult and can't be changed on a whim. So how do you know what color to choose as well as trim colors and style?? Just like the interior, the outside of your home should reflect your personality. Here is a list with some tips on how to choose the perfect … [Read more...]
diy Paint Brush Holder
Any painter- both professional and crafting- know the importance of keeping your brush moist while working on a project. Here are instructions on how to create an inexpensive way of keeping your brushes wet between sessions or while working with water based paints. This simple DIY can also be used to hang your brushes while they drip dry. All you need is a piece of pipe insulation (I’m guessing … [Read more...]
The Best Colors for Every room
It’s always hard picking out a paint color for your home. There are so many variables and questions that you have to ask yourself. Not only do you have to take in personal preference, but also what will work in a specific room. The color that you choose for your living room may not be the best color for your kitchen but they all have to work together. Before making this decision that will … [Read more...]