Painting

Painting doesn't have to be done by a professional. Do it yourself with this guide to painting at HowStuffWorks.

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Learn such painting techniques as "cutting in" in this article about how to use a paintbrush, only at HowStuffWorks.

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Gather some useful techniques for your next painting project on how to use a paint roller in this informative article.

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Discover tips on how to paint interiors using an airless sprayer properly -- and safely -- in this helpful home improvement article.

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Learn tips on painting ceilings and tight spots, such as those areas above and below windows, in this helpful article.

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Painting windows can be a bit tricky because of the tight spaces usually involved. Learn helpful tips in this home improvement article.

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The techniques for painting floors are the same as for painting any other large flat surface. Create a durable and unique painted floor with the help of this home improvement article.

Stenciling is one of the oldest and easiest decorative painting techniques. Learn about painting stencils in this helpful article.

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Cleaning up is an important step with any painting project. Learn about painting cleanup, including cleaning painting equipment, in this article.

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Paint is a combination of chemicals, and requires careful handling and proper precautions. Learn tips on how to paint safely in this article.

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Check out this home improvement article for tips on removing old paint by using such techniques as scraping, sanding, and others.

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To change the look and feel of a room, you can't go wrong with a fresh coat of paint. Whether you're just changing the trim or are overhauling the whole color scheme of a room, paint makes an immediate, significant difference. Find detailed instructions and tips in this article.

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A given type of paint works on certain surface, and should be applied with particular tools. Learn about the different kinds of exterior paints. Discover the type of exterior paint that's right for you.

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If you're thinking of painting or repainting a room inside your home, you should consider what type of paint you need even before deciding on a color. Check out our descriptions of various paint types and how they are used.

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Before you begin to paint, it's best to have a clean, flawless surface. Learn about interior painting preparation, and how to wash and make repairs to get a surface ready for paint.

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Remodeling is an ordeal and landscaping takes a good deal of time. Painting your house is a quick way to update it and make it feel new again. Llearn about specific paint types, using the proper tools, and using different painting techniques.

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It's important to have the right tools to paint your house properly. Your choice of paint and the type of wall you have will determine which brushes and tools will give you the result you want.

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Different painting tools require different approaches to create the best paint job. Learn the proper room painting techniques for painting a room. These mothods also include safety instructions to help you avoid injury.

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From the living room walls to the kitchen cabinets, every surface in your home deserves the right kind of paint — explore acrylic vs. latex paint and decide which type is right for you.

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Alkyd resin paint works well for trim, doors, and other high-traffic areas. Find out more about this interior paint in this helpful article.

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If you're after a finish that looks like stucco, or if you want an effective cover-up for flawed surfaces, textured-surface paint will do the job. Learn more about this interior paint in this article.

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Painting the outside of your house is a major job. But you may be able to spiff up the appearance of your home with some quick repairs. Learn how to paint the exterior of your house.

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Vinegar's chemical properties make it ideal for use in many common repair and maintenance jobs. Find out about vinegar's home-improvement benefits, from removing rust and wallpaper paste to eliminating paint odors.

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Painting can be a task that takes a couple of hours, a half day, or more. Whatever the size of your painting job, the techniques remain the same. Learn how to paint a room.

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Summer doesn't seem as fun when you have an endless exterior house-painting job looming over you. To make it more enjoyable, let's play a game where we predict the house-painting mistakes you're about to make.

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