DIY Wall Painting and Faux Finishing Tutorials

Paint Stripes on Walls--measuring, taping and painting vertical stripes on walls

Interior Painting Ideas--suggestion for painting and decorating walls, ceilings and trim molding

Interior Decorating Ideas--tips and methods for choosing room decor including paint colors, floor coverings and furnishings

Painting Trim Molding--two methods for painting a straight line between trim molding and wall paint

Faux Painting Glaze--use the color wheel to mix glaze and paint colors for faux finishing

Crackled Paint--bring old furniture back to life with this easy process for creating an antique look

Faux Wall Painting--endless creative possibilities with this simple, easy to do wall finishing process

Rag Painting--create a faux leather or suede finish with these techniques for walls and furnishings

Drag Painting Techniques--faux drag painting process for walls or furniture including combing and brushing techniques

Painting Walls and Ceilings With a Roller--techniques for rolling paint on walls and ceilings

Painting Preparation Techniques--tips for preparing surfaces before painting

Repair Rotted Wood--repairing rotted wood trim molding with epoxy filler

Choosing a Paint Roller--a guide to choosing the right roller for paint finish and surface

About House Paint, Primer and Solvent--all about house paints, primers and solvents and how to choose the right one for surface and location

Painting and Wall Tools--choose the right tools and materials for repairing and finishing walls, ceilings and trim

Touching Up Wall Paint--clean up wall and ceiling finishes so they look better not worse

Interior Room Painting--tips for setup and painting a room including bathrooms and unusual surfaces like wallpaper and paneling

Painting a White Ceiling--paint a nice straight line between ceiling and wall accent colors

Painting Kitchen Cabinets--instructions for preparing and painting kitchen cabinets

Wallpaper Removal--easy process for removing wallpaper and paste for vinyl and paper wallpaper

Painting High Ceilings--using ladders and lumber to build scaffolding to paint high ceilings

Painting House Exterior--methods for painting exterior house siding and trim

Repainting Lead Paint--EPA guidelines for preparing and painting lead-based painted surfaces in the home

Sponge Painting--techniques for transparent, opaque and flowing sponge finishes for walls and more

Stone Faux Finishes--turn any surface in the house into stone using this process

Paint Brushing Techniques--tips for brushing wall, ceiling and trim edges before rolling

Repairing and Painting Concrete--removing efflorescent bubbling, repairing minor cracks and painting concrete and masonry surfaces

Caulking Techniques--use this technique for a professional looking paint job

How to Wash Paint Tools--washing paint brushes and rollers

Cleaning and Blocking Stains--rules and tips for cleaning all types of stains and household surfaces

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