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Many designers swear by the science of color theory – the study of hues and how different colors work together to create a beautiful and harmonious space. For example, a red color scheme in the dining room encourages appetite, blue hues in the living room promote calmness and relaxation, and touches of yellow in the …
After painting I have two partially used cans of latex paint. I know that in storage it will be evaporation of water, benzene, toluene, and formaldehyde which results in paint hardening in 3-5 years. Can the shelf life be improved if all the air in the cans to be stored were replaced with water to …
A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for the sale of your house. Whether it’s a fixer-upper or your long-term family home, freshening it up with the right colors can help your home sell faster and make you more money in any real estate market. According to a Zillow analysis of 32,000 property sales …
A new home build provides opportunities for features like an open floor plan, storage space and hardwood floors that would be far more expensive later on.
My house is in Evansville Indiana and was built in 1908. I want to paint our brick fireplace white. I know painting means it will be permanent which is fine with me. However, I saw that there are white brick stains and wanted to know if a white stain would be better than regular paint? …
You can easily update the look of your dining room and create some inexpensive spare seating by shopping thrift store …
One of the most exciting things about buying a new home is decorating it. And between design shows on HGTV, home decor blogs, …
If you're ready to take your kitchen cabinets up a notch crown molding is a great way to go. It not only covers the space …
New door trim is an inexpensive way to give any room a crisp new look. In this project, which will take you about an hour, we'll …
Reclaimed wood paneling is a great way to give any room in your house a rustic look and feel. It’s also an excellent way to …
Get tips on painting preparation. A good paint job can transform a room. A good painting plan means paint product choices, …
It used to be that plain, unfinished oak was the norm for hardwood floors. It was installed when the house was built and then it …
Valspar Signature paint plus primer is formulated with high-hiding and stain-resistant technology so you can easily paint over …
I think that bees get a bit of an unfair reputation. We hear the word and all it incites in us is fear. For some people, bees …
If your home is bursting at the seams from a growing family, relatives returning to the nest or too few rooms serving too many …
Find out how natural non-toxic wood stains can be made from coffee, tea, raspberries, vinegar and walnut hulls. Find out how to …
Learn how to install Curtain rod without drilling holes from the experts at The Money Pit. Curtain rod installation tips and …
Get great tips on how to paint with fantastic results. Careful planning and preparation of your painting project will give you …
While there are dozens of decor styles to choose from, farmhouse décor is more popular than ever. It evokes a very warm, …
Holiday door decorations like a Christmas wreath can create a beautiful front entry. With the holiday season upon us, now is the …
Learn how to use your green smarts to make better choices, whether you’re shopping for paint, furniture, flooring or cleaning …
What is the best way to go about smoothing a painted popcorn ceiling? Scraping it is much too hard, so I guess a skim coat is …
Have you ever noticed that people will spend a lot of time and money choosing just the right color and quality of paint for …
Good things come in small packages, and this is certainly the case when it comes to tiny houses. At no more than 500 square …
What is the rule of thumb for painting over water stains? I have a two-story house, and my second-floor shower stall developed a …
Davis Remignanti, Furniture.com's lead design consultant, offers these easy design tips on how to transform even the most …
Thinking about surprising your sweetheart with a room makeover for Valentine's Day? Here are few tips to make sure you are both …
If you miss the greenery of warmer weather, were born without a green thumb, or just looking for a plant you can’t kill by …
Sometimes, there’s nothing better than grabbing a perfect cup of tea or coffee and burying your nose in a good novel. …
