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Repainting a Bathroom
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While the bathroom is often the smallest room in the house, the thought of repainting it can be daunting. A little bit of planning and a little bit of prep go a long way! Remember the most important rule: Don't rush it. Prepping the Bathroom: Scrape or sand any imperfections. Use a scraper to remove any flaking paint or paint that's separated from the wall. Sand down any large bumps or raised spaces from nails, screws, anchors etc. Vacuum, or dust the walls. A microfiber towel or an old t-shirt work great. Just be sure to use a cloth and...
Paint Brush Troubleshooting
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There are a million different paint brushes to choose from when you're gathering supplies for painting. Flat, angled, natural, synthetic - there are only a few of the many types of brushes you may come across! Rather than taking a guess and hoping for the best, let's take a look at all of the different types of brushes available on the market. Natural Bristle Brushes - These types of brushes are best used for oil-based paints. They're also a good choice of clear coats or stains. The split ends and natural fibers of the animal hair soak up the paint...
Repainting a Tile Kitchen Back Splash
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We all know color in a kitchen can make or break the harmony of the space. A kitchen should feel welcoming and clean, warm and calm. The kitchen is the room in the house that oozes hospitality, so it's not a room you where the owner should settle on design. Nowadays, the kitchen is the smile of a home. It's filled with lots of bright whites and deep blacks, silvers and pops of color. Sometimes though, kitchens need a little revamp too! The tile back splash is the unsung hero of the kitchen. It's easy to clean, gets the brunt...