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When using a contemporary wood vanity in a bathroom, it is important to keep the wood as the focal point by using non-wood materials throughout the rest of the space. Use a bold stain on a wooden...

Bathroom vanities in a European and contemporary style often incorporate natural stone, wood, metal and glass together for the perfect balance of function and style. Decorate a bathroom in a...

Many contemporary bathroom vanities are made from glass and metal, which can be used in such a way to create a floating, clean effect. See examples of vanities made from glass vessels and metal...

A bariatric walk-in bathtub is designed to accommodate obese, elderly or handicapped people who have difficulty maneuvering in a standard tub. Discover the various uses and benefits of a bariatric...

The elements of a five-piece bathroom include a double-sink vanity, a toilet, a separate shower and a separate bathtub. Identify a five-piece luxury bathroom found in many high-end homes with...

I recently found a really old vase sitting on the sidewalk. After a quick discussion with my boyfriend, we decided to take it home and fix it up. So, here's a quick video of how we took this old...

Selling a home in any market can be daunting & stressful. This is especially true in a down market with few buyers & many properties for sale. So maximize every dollar from your sale by...

It’s summertime. The kids are home, the dog is barking, doors are opening and slamming shut. In the background is a smattering of chatter, pitter pattering of feet, and laughter rising from the...

A pneumatic paint gun, or a spray gun, is a conventional painting device that has an airline and material line. Discover how the internal and external heads work on a spray gun with help from a...

In order to use a paint gun, make sure to spray in one direction, to keep the wrists from turning and to overlap 50 percent. Find out how to do crosshatch techniques with a paint gun with help...

When working with a paint gun, such as a chop gun, the pressure should be set at 20 to 25 PSI, but the pressure is largely dependent on the viscosity of the material. Find out how to count paint...

A compressor paint gun has a pressure vessel that is attached to an air line, and it is often used to spray industrial steel, tanks, rails and metal doors. Use a compressor paint gun to do finish...

When using an airless paint gun, adjustments can be made to the fan size and the pressure that is used. Find out how to adjust the reduction when using acrylic flat paint with help from a...

When choosing a paint gun, the options range from conventional chop guns that do fine finish work to electric HVLPs that can be used on cars. Learn about high volume, low pressure spray guns with...

In order to use an airless spray paint gun, there needs to be access to a supply of electricity. Discover how to fit and tighten the filter for an airless spray gun with help from a professional...

Coloring concrete can be done using store-bought colorants or by making stains out of water, epoxies, polymer and alcohol. Find ways to mix unique colors for concrete with tips from a construction...

Stamping a concrete driveway begins by laying out a quarter inch-layer of polymer modified concrete, spraying it with nonstick spray and stamping the entire area with the appropriate design. See...

Stamping concrete designs can be done in a variety of patterns, colors and finishes to achieve a custom look. Discover the options for stamped concrete, which can end up looking like high-end...

Stamped concrete can be repaired using a polymer modified concrete slurry to fill in the damaged spaces. Re-stain and seal a repaired section of stamped concrete with tips from a construction...

Preparing a surface for an overlay stamped concrete design involves applying an acid wash, power-washing the entire area and then laying down a layer of wet concrete to stamp. See how concrete is...

Changing the color of stained concrete requires stripping the existing color using a strong acid, exposing a fresh surface and applying a new epoxy finish. Change the color of a concrete floor...

Staining concrete can be done using dyes, epoxies or acids, and the color is layered on using a sprayer over the surface of the area. Find out how to acid stain an area of concrete to look like...

When repairing stained concrete, pour an overlay on top of the damaged area, re-stain the blemish and seal it to protect it from the elements. Repair a crack seamlessly with tips from a...

To be an interior designer, the training involves either a two- or four-year program to receive certification before working hands-on in the field. Find out what it takes to start designing spaces...

The elements of interior design include the functionality of the space, as well as the intention or mood of the room. Address all elements of design when planning out a space with helpful tips...

Interior design and decorating differ in the sense that designing changes a room from scratch while decorating enhances the room using the basics that are in the space. Understand the difference...

To paint textured walls, use a heavy nap roller to get into all of the nooks and crannies. Use a brush to fill in any spots that were missed with helpful tips from a professional artist in this...

Painting stucco usually requires using a very heavy nap roller that has enough texture to it to get paint into all of the nooks and crannies of the wall. Cover a stucco wall in paint with helpful...

When choosing interior paint colors, find an attractive color, put it next to every aspect of the room, and then choose one shade lighter or one tone down. Make sure the color will work in the...

When painting plaster walls, be sure to prime the surface, do any necessary sanding and paint a couple of coats of paint over the wall. Treat a variety of plaster surfaces with helpful tips from a...

Texturing the walls using paint can be done by painting onto thin plastic sheets, folding the sheets in half to keep the paint wet and opening them one at a time to print the paint onto the wall....

Before painting over semi-gloss paint, be sure to lightly sand the entire surface and apply a primer so that the new paint will adhere properly. Paint over shiny surfaces with helpful tips from a...

Painting a wall that used to have wallpaper on it requires first removing all of the glue from the surface. Use hot water and a sponge, or trisodium phosphate, to dissolve all of the residual glue...

When painting trim, be sure to tape off the surrounding areas to create a neat, straight edge, and use a variety of techniques to create texture and depth. Have fun painting wooden trim in a house...

Painting over a brick wall can be done in a variety of ways, but using a glaze over the grout and blending it into the brick is a great way to create a lighter effect without ruining the texture...

Staining and painting the walls can include using a dripping technique, a scrubbing technique or a glazing technique that creates depth and texture. Add interest to the walls through staining and...

Painting over varnish can be done by lightly sanding the surface, rubbing it down with mineral spirits and applying either an oil-based or water-based paint. Prep a varnished surface before...

Painting walls with a roller sponge, which is a man-made sponge, can sometimes create roller marks, but dabbing the freshly-painted area with a natural sponge can blend out that texture. Use a...

Removing paint from doors is done by wiping it off with paint thinner if it is still wet, using a paint stripper if the paint is dry or using a scraper to remove small splatters of paint. Clean...

To paint a small room to look larger, consider choosing a light, cool color for the walls, and extend the wall color 4 inches into the ceiling. Create the illusion of taller walls and a larger...

To paint the walls without painting the ceiling, consider using painter's tape where the ceiling and wall meeting, which creates a perfectly clean and straight edge. Finish a clean painting job on...

To strip paint from kitchen cabinets, use an environmentally friendly paint-stripping product over the entire surface until it bubbles. Use a scraper, steel wool or scrubbing sponge to eliminate...

Thinning down house paint for a paint gun requires using a water-based thinning product for water-based paint and an oil-based thinner for oil-based paint. Be sure to recycle the oil-based paint...

Preparing raw plaster walls for painting requires laying down a tinted primer before applying the final coat, but Venetian plaster walls need to be wiped down with paint thinner to remove the wax...

Kitchen cabinets can be painted in a variety of ways, including being stained, being textured or being painted in a flat color. Redo the kitchen simply by painting the cabinets with helpful tips...

When painting wood paneling, first strip the finish from the surface, sand it and paint a primer onto the wall before applying a glaze, a solid paint color or wood grain texture. Lighten up dark...

Decorating the bedroom in a romantic way requires using plush fabrics, warm colors and ambient lighting to set the mood. Create a romantic atmosphere through strategic design with creative advice...

A minimalist living room design creates an extremely simple aesthetic by choosing streamlined furniture, solid colors and very few accessories. Understand the minimalist aesthetic with creative...

Ambient lighting sets the mood for the space, and this can include natural lighting, accent lighting or candle light. Add ambient lighting to each room with creative advice from an interior...

Walls can be painted decoratively by adding a subtle pattern, an accent wall or an eye-catching texture. Find ways to add interest to an interior wall with creative advice from an interior...