No one has ever said “Wow, I’m really looking forward to spending this weekend removing old wallpaper!” And for good reason – it’s a tough job that can be really frustrating and tedious, especially if you’re removing wallpaper that’s been hanging for a long time. But we’ve got some tips to help you out that will make wallpaper removal just a little bit easier, if not exactly fun. And your end result will be walls that are smooth and ready to paint or wallpaper again.
Back in the 1930s – 1950s, it was quite common to have lead based paints used in home painting. Lead was a popular additive to paint for a few reasons mainly that it helped reduce drying time, resisted moisture better, increased durability, and generally helped keep paint looking fresher for longer.
One of the easiest ways to add style and flair to a room is through the color you choose when painting the wood trim – doors and windows, sills and frames, baseboards and skirting, wainscoting – even picture frames.
When you’re planning a home painting project, you want to make sure that the process goes smoothly, with the most professional looking outcome as possible.
No matter how much painting experience you have, there are bound to be mistakes. A spill here, a missed corner there… But it doesn’t have to be a headache! We’re sharing a few tips, techniques and tools that will make wrapping up that painting project a breeze.
1. Razor Blades