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How to Recycle Old House Paint

Even if you buy the recommended amount of paint, you might still have some left over. You should have some left over so that you can touch up any damage to the paint. However, if you’re moving or de-cluttering, it’s time to toss out that old paint. So, what can you do with old paint? […]

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How To Mix Your Own Latex Paint?

Paint can get expensive, especially if you paint often. That often results in shelves that are loaded with cans of half-used paint in all different colors. You don’t want to throw them away because recycling paint is sometimes a hassle, and you might need the bits of paint again to cover up scratches or stains. […]

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The Hottest Trends in Exterior Home Painting

Exterior home paint is often the victim of a lack of imagination. Homeowners will spend hours and hours designing a color scheme for the interior of the house from the ceiling to the floor. However, they often just pick a bland color for the exterior. That can be easier and even easier to manage but […]

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Should You Paint Your Home’s Roof?

There are several different ways to revitalize your home and save money on your heating and cooling expenses. If you’re remodeling the exterior of your house, you might paint the walls and repair the roof. However, there has been a growing trend towards painting your roof. Opinions are very divided about whether or not you […]

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How to Stretch Your Interior Paint

First and foremost, the best way to make your interior paint cover all surfaces is to buy a sufficient amount of paint. You should buy about 20% more paint than you estimate you will need. That will account for spills, drops, or simple miscalculations. Furthermore, you should buy it all at the same place and […]

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Should You Choose Acrylic or Latex Paint?

There are two basic kinds of paint: acrylic and latex. Each one has its uses. There are advantages and disadvantages. Lately, latex paint has been the preferred paint for interior and exterior uses. However, acrylic paint still has its place. So, what’s the basic difference and why would you choose one over the other? The […]

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How to Paint a Brick Wall

In some circles, painting brick can be a controversial move. It’s not always the right move depending on the brick at your building. However, it can yield some great results if you know what you’re doing. You need to make sure your brick is a good candidate for painting, prepare the brick properly, and then […]

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Make Your Home Brighter with Interior Color

While new home builders and existing home sellers tend to make interior colors neutral for sales purposes, painting companies across the area are seeing more requests for this type of palette in homes in Boise and the surrounding areas. It makes sense to “appeal to the masses” when selling, but the beauty of paint is […]

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Paint Sprayer or Paint Roller: Which is Better?

There has long been a debate in DIY circles about paint sprayers and paint rollers. The debate usually revolves around which one is better, but that really depends on the situation. If you are, for example, limited in your mobility, a paint sprayer will be the obvious choice. If you are on a tight budget, […]

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How to Paint Your Ceiling

The ceiling is often called “the fifth wall” in painting. Many people paint their walls and then completely forget about the ceiling. It’s easy to forget about if it’s not in disrepair or some bright color. Your ceiling is probably white or some shade of off-white. That will likely work for any type of home […]

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