Paintbrush vs Roller: Which Is Best for the Job?

Even a simple paint job can be ruined by the wrong choice of tools. When should you pick a brush or a roller to lay the paint, and which type should it be? These small decisions can dramatically alter the results of your DIY painting project. The right tool can give...

8 Bold Colors That Work in Small Spaces

“Good things come in small packages.” No one ever said that about a room, however, or considered a drab, tiny kitchen without counter space “cute.” There’s not much you can do about the counter space short of remodeling. But bold paint...

12 Interior Paint Design Ideas to Transform Your Home

Sometimes, the simplest and most affordable design solutions have the biggest impact. Paint is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to transform a home. Light paint colors reflect more light, making a room feel larger and airier. Developers use this trick in staging...

What Is Chalkboard Paint & When Should You Consider It?

You may have heard of chalkboard paint and wondered if it could channel your child’s artistic (or destructive) impulses. Chalkboard paint is specially formulated to produce a writable and erasable surface. Once the paint has cured, you can write or draw on it...

What Color to Paint a Bedroom for Restful Sleep or Frisky Fun

Is it time to lie down or get down? The color of your bedroom has a surprising impact on the quality of your sleep or, shall we say, more vigorous activities. Blue lowers heart rate and blood pressure. People with blue bedrooms often get the best sleep. White is crisp...

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