Man in painter's uniform painting white ceiling with roller - New Africa/Shutterstock Painting a ceiling may seem like a relatively straightforward task, but paying attention to the direction in which ...

Q:We have a "popcorn" ceiling that hasn't been painted for more than two decades, and, although it looks fairly stable, it seems to be dropping powder, which we fear could be asbestos. We would like ...

Paint rollers are a tool that is taken for granted. There`s more to selecting the right one for the job than might be thought. For one thing, there are more variations these days. Most rollers used ...

Painting expansive walls and tricky corners becomes a lot easier with these straightforward tips and tools that ensure a ...

Roof leaks, overflowing sinks, tobacco smoke and big spills can all leave ugly ceiling stains or dinginess that is impossible to conceal with plain old paint. But cover the stain with a coat of ...

Precious spare time in July and August is usually reserved for all things outdoors, so DIY chores aren't always top of the agenda. Worthwhile interiors updates have got to be big impact projects that ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. While paint brushes are good for going around corners and ...

Oisin Butler (www.oisinbutler.ie) has been painting and decorating houses for more than 20 years, mainly residential period properties around Leinster. He and his team specialise in painting furniture ...

If you've ever done a DIY paint job, you know it's hard work—and it can get a little messy. When painting ceilings, drips are the biggest problem because, unlike when you're painting a wall, the paint ...