Painting, Staining, Wallpapering and Preserving

Basic Paint FAQ

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Painting, staining, preserving and decorating tasks are often simple and basic... though they can be a lurch into the void for the novice!  Choose any article below... read, learn and by all means jump right in!!

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Interior Painting, Repair, Preparation and Removal

Is it latex or oil?  Figuring out what type of paint is on your walls!

Brushes and rollers, keeping them useable for the entire job!

Ceilings, painting/repairing damaged spray texture

Ceilings, removing "popcorn" spray texture from ceilings

Learn how to apply decorative textures such as swirls and knock-down to your ceilings

Cleaning brushes and rollers... a philosophical study Coming soon

Difficult surfaces... getting paint to stick to most anything!

Painting without sanding

Don't use exterior paint on interior walls!

Latex vs. Oil Paint... the controversy still rages!

Latex paint seems to stay tacky forever!

Mildew control

Paint removers, dangers

Removing paint from metal

Tarps... how to use them and not abuse them

Touch-up paint... keeping it fresh

Matching paint and doing touchups

Old Spackle and Wallboard Compound... should you use it?

Wallpapering

Wallpaper removal

Wallpaper repair

Exterior Painting, Sealing and Preserving

Elastomeric Paints Can Stretch The Life Of Masonry Exteriors

Winterize and Seal Your Wood Deck

You Should Prepare Your Deck For Winter (even if it doesn't need sealing!)

Spring Deck Prep Tips

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