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How To Paint Laminate Furniture (And Make It Last)

Painting furniture is one of my favorite hobbies. It’s incredible how a simple coat of paint can turn any old piece of furniture into something totally beautiful. In fact, I’ve been known to repaint every piece of furniture I have at least once every ten years. And not because the paint is chipping (my painting … Read more

All Hands On Deck…Deck Paint To Weather Any Storm

My wooden deck is one of my favorite parts of my home. We’ve spent many a summer evening lounging on deck chairs, swatting away mosquitoes, enjoying the crisp summer-evening air. We built the deck when we moved into our home, ten years ago, and have since only painted it once! Painting a deck is just … Read more

Craftsman Paint Colors

I’ve recently become downright obsessed with craftsman-style homes. It could be because my younger brother is moving into one, or it could be because they are just simply gorgeous. While he loves his new home, he’s a little less in love with its paint color. So, to help him fall a little more in love … Read more

2019 Interior Paint Prophecy

I’m gazing into my crystal ball…I’m gazing into my crystal ball…and I see new paint colors in my home for 2019! I haven’t painted my living room in a few years, and I’m eager to make a drastic change to my space, I just don’t know what to do yet! I want something hip, something … Read more

How To Paint Behind A Toilet

Let’s be completely honest for a moment: when we first start to tackle the project of painting our bathrooms, do any of us really consider what’s needed to paint that pesky area behind the toilet? I didn’t think so! As far as I’m concerned, the area behind the toilet is like a black hole when … Read more

12 Furniture Painting Hacks That Everyone Should Know

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  This may seem too obvious, but it needs to be said. Before you even start painting your furniture, you should choose the correct type of brush. The length, thickness of bristles, and overall quality will make your project a lot easier (or a lot harder) so it’s worth paying attention to.   To keep … Read more