Refinishing an old piece of furniture is a fun and cost effective way to breathe life into an old piece. Of course, the job can be messy and time consuming if you are not prepared for it. Perhaps the most demanding part of the job is removing the existing stain. The difficulty of this is hard to predict. It depends on the age of your piece, the type of wood, the stain type and brand, how it was applied and much more.…
Read More »Most people decide to paint their home because it is one of the most manageable do-it-yourself home remodels. It doesn’t require any special training or tools to paint your interior walls. However, there are a few ways you can make your paint job look a lot better. Perhaps the most important part of any paint job is making sure the edges have clean, straight lines. This article explains a helpful technique for getting the best lines when painting on drywall surfaces.…
Read More »Paint provides a protective barrier to the surface that it is applied on while at the same time providing a pleasing aesthetic. Latex and oil based paints are two of the most common types of paint available, and though they perform the same function, their different material makeups mean that they have a distinctive set of advantages and disadvantages. Understanding the features associated with both types of paint can help you choose the best one for your painting project.…
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