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A Panelized Home: Beginning the Finish
Throughout this project one recurring theme constantly re-emerges—hire the right people and take the time to do it right. |
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Cleaning and Repainting Wood Siding
Before repainting exterior wood, be sure to properly prepare the surface. Taking a shortcut at this step is the fastest road ... |
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Encapsulating Lead-Based Paint
Lead-based paint is a serious health risk in older homes. Today, new products are available that may save the time and expense ... |
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Estimating Paint Coverage
Learn to estimate the amount of paint needed to complete a job so that you won’t run out of paint before your project is finished. |
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Exterior Painting: Before You Begin
To get a better-looking, longer-lasting paint job, take a good look at the surface you plan to paint before you start your ... |
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Faux Finishing Painting Techniques
Faux finish painting, or using techniques and materials on one surface to imitate or suggest another surface, has been around ... |
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Faux Painting Finish: Bagging
Bagging can lend a fun new look to your walls. |
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Freshen your home with Fun and Easy Interior Painting Projects for Spring
You can make big changes with relatively little effort and expense with a DIY update of your home's interior paint. |
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How to Paint and Hang Wallpaper with Confidence
Of all home-improvements projects, paint and wallpaper are by far the most common. But there is more to interior finishes than ... |
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How to Remove Wallpaper
Removing wallpaper can be time-consuming and messy, but with patience and the right tools, you can get your walls ready for a ... |
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Indoor Air Quality: Lead
Lead can cause serious damage to the brain kidneys, nervous system, and red blood cells. Lead exposure in children can result ... |
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Indoor Air Quality: Remodeling Practices
Regardless of what part of the house your remodeling project takes place in, there are good work practices that you can use to ... |
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Paint, Wallpaper and Indoor Air Quality
When painting and wallpapering, homeowners need to know what is in their products if they plan to protect their indoor air. |
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Refinishing Stucco
Be careful before freshening the finish on stucco if you want it to last a lifetime. |
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Selecting the Right Paint Sheen
The sheen or gloss of a paint will determine its ability to hide flaws, enhance architectural features, or make for easy ... |
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Selecting the Right Paint Type
Choosing your paint wisely will determine how well it will last and wear. Whether to use latex or oil-based, alkyds or ... |
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What You Should Know About Using Paint Strippers
If not properly used, paint strippers are hazardous to your health and safety. |
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Your Home's Exterior: Comparing Paint and Siding
It's tempting to judge a home by its cover, but for decisions about paint or siding, you need to go a little deeper and ... |
