The correct sequence of steps is the key to giving any room a quick and refreshing paint makeover. Tip: Start with the ceiling first and then paint the walls. 1. Clean ceiling and walls Remove dust, ...

Nothing transforms a home quite like a fresh coat of paint. In fact, painting your own house is one of the smartest and easiest DIY upgrades a homeowner can accomplish on their own. “Summer is the ...

"Connie and Grace," a 2022 watercolor by Gatzke, Minnesota artist Debbie Aune. CATHY WURZER: Say, I have a question for you. Did you take art in school? If you were lucky to have had a teacher who ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Think you need art school skills to paint furniture like a pro. This video proves you completely wrong. You will see how to ...

Wendy Ives shows ciLiving host, Jaclyn Friedlander how to design your own plate for the holiday season In this video, you’ll ...

Use an enamel-based paint (Simone recommends Sherwin-Williams’ Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel) and a paint sprayer to apply a thin, even coat. Wait 24 hours between coats, ensuring your last coat isn’t ...

It’s a decorating truth nearly universally acknowledged: Putting new paint on your walls is the best way to change the look of a space quickly and cheaply. “Paint has superpowers: It can make a plain ...