Indoor House Painting

How to Clean a Paint Brush

By painthorse42

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Choosing the proper paint brush for the job is important, but if you want to extend the life of your brushes you will need to properly wash them after every use... more »

How to Correct Flaking Paint

By painthorse42

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Flaking paint is not only an eye sore, but it can be dangerous if a child picks it up, or pet eats it. Read on for some tips to correct flaking paint....... more »

How to Find the Best Interior Paints at the Best Price

By David Sarokin

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For painting the inside of your house, what are the best paints to use? Here's how to find the best paints for your indoor paint job... more »

How to Make Keep Your House Looking New Cheaply

By byllz

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There are many of us that just live in our house but often times don’t know what to do to spruce our house a bit. There are many things you can do that can make your house look fresh and new inside... more »

How to Make Wise Upgrades When Selling a Home

By Carol Tilley-Williams

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Regardless of whether it is a buyer's market or a seller's market, when you prepare to sell a home, some upgrades offer a greater return on your investment that others. So before you break the bank on a total remodel, consider some less invasive ... more »

How to Mask a Room

By Murray Anderson

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For an inexperienced painter--making sure paint doesn’t end up in the wrong places (like window trim) can be a real challenge. Taking the time to “mask” a room will probably end up saving time in the long run--and you’ll have a professional ... more »

How to Paint a Concrete Floor

By Murray Anderson

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A fresh coat of paint makes everything look better, so even your old concrete gray basement floor or your stained garage floor can be made to look--not just better--but really good. Painting concrete isn’t hard, but because concrete is porous you ... more »

How to Paint a Panel Door With Less Mess

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Doors can be tricky simply because they have to look really good. Whether inside or outside, doors are one of the most visible areas of the house. They're usually well lit so every little drip and brush mark will show up. Use really good brushes ... more »

How to Paint Baseboards Next to Carpeting

By TGoode

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Painting baseboard next to carpet requires care and preparation to keep paint off the carpet. This article describes a way to keep carpet away from baseboards while you are painting and while the paint dries. While the method uses ordinary wide ... more »

How to Paint Window Frames without the Mess

By leanan

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Ever try to paint your window frames, have them taped, and still get paint on your window? Try this trick the next time you paint... more »

How to pick just the right color scheme for your room

By mamie52

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Ever look at a room and think, I'm due for a change, But don't know where to start? This could help you decide what direction to go in... more »

How to Pick the Right Paint Brush for the Job

By painthorse42

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Think a paint brush is a paint brush? Not so......read on to learn how to choose the correct brush for the job....... more »

How to Prepare to Paint a Room

By painthorse42

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Painting can be challenging, but preparing the right way can make the job that much easier!.. more »

How to Prepare, Prime and Paint a Wall (DIY)

By EwaChicago

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Painting can quickly and dramatically change the appearance of a room, an apartment or an entire home. It is task that is personally rewarding, inexpensive, and fun... more »

How to Spackle

By meemee67

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Spackle is used for walls that have taken somewhat of a beaten over the years. You might have thought it difficult but really, it's a no brainer. Here's how... more »

How to Spackle Wall Damage

By agille

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Wall damage in a family home is a fact of life. Children, moving furniture or a broken door stop can often leave their mark on the wall. This article provides a basic overview of how to repair the damage of small (less than 2") holes... more »

How to Tips on Spackling Wall Damage

By mj0527

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Wall spackling is chiefly a DIY activity, or duty, depending on what it's for. If you're in need of repairing a moderate sized to small hole in your wall (due to nails, push pins, or other damage) this is the project for you. This article would ... more »

How to update your home on a small budget

By lmdevona

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If you are looking for a way to make your home worth the very most it can be but don't have a lot of money to spend here are a few suggestions to make your money go further and to get the most bang for your buck... more »

How to Buy Paint

By Diane Dilov-Schultheis

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If you own a house, you will most likely have to use paint on the inside of it or outside of it in time. Before you do, you should understand the basics about paint. This information will provide you with the confidence to take on any painting ... more »

How to Feng Shui: It's All About Me - The Fame and Reputation Life Area

By vikki9

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So... you think it’s all about You? The ancient Chinese art and science of Feng Shui says: ‘All righty then!’ The Fame and Reputation life area IS all about you. Read on... more »

How to FIX-UP A FORCLOSURE ON A LIMITED BUDGET

By DUSTYMILLS

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Todays housing market is so full of properties that it has become almost easy to pick up a house that's in foreclosure. These houses can sometimes be purchased for far less than the property is worth, giving a person a great chance to have a ... more »

How to get your deposit back as a renter

By grouch

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Ok so it is not your pride and joy but someone has got to take care of it. Although the majority of major repairs are made by the management companies of a rental property the last and the biggest is left to you. You have lived there just a ... more »

How to go Faux

By Hey Bruce

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The first step in any faux finish is to apply the base coat, and usually that's just cutting in and rolling out a single colored paint as you would on a normal paint job. Be sure it's thoroughly dry before moving on to the next steps... more »

How to Paint windows

By Hey Bruce

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Painting windows is a tedious job, but will give a lot of satisfaction when done properly and can add great beauty to your home... more »

How to Buy Non-Toxic Interior Paint

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Conventional interior paint typically contains volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which evaporate and cause harmful fumes during paint curing. Prolonged exposure to these organic solvents can lead to kidney disease and cancer. In addition, ... more »

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