Painting How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our painting step-by-step tips & ideas.
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How to Paint Stair Treads
High-traffic areas take a lot of abuse. When it’s a staircase, the traffic is condensed to an even smaller area. When that traffic is caused by two big dogs, the abuse can be intense. When a homeowner grew tired of his dogs gouging and scratching his steps, it was time for an upgrade. Mauro Henrique helped prep and paint the steps and handrails so they could withstand years of traffic.
How to Paint Wainscoting with a Sprayer
Part of a homeowner’s kitchen renovation was removing the wall between the kitchen and the dining. While this created one bright, open space, it also meant removing wallpaper and stripping the paint from the existing wainscoting in the dining room. At a standstill, he called the team at Ask This Old House for help, and paint expert Mauro Henrique knew just how to help.
How to Paint Exterior Shutters in Bulk
Painting shutters is labor intensive and can take a long time to accomplish. Rather than painting each shutter one by one, This Old House paint expert Mauro Henrique has developed a technique to work quickly and efficiently with flawless results.
How to Paint a Rusty Bulkhead
When a homeowner’s basement bulkhead appeared to be past its prime, she sent up a flare to the team at Ask This Old House. Not knowing whether to replace the bulkhead or paint it, she relied on paint expert Mauro Henrique to help her make a decision and even choose the right color to match the backyard.
How to Patch Cracked Drywall
When a homeowner’s laundry room relocation left him with perpetual drywall cracking, he called the team at Ask This Old House for help. Paint expert Mauro Henrique knew just what to do to patch the wall once and for all.
How To Roll-Paint a Wall Like a Pro
Learn the secrets to a smooth, professional paint job with our comprehensive guide to rolling paint onto walls.
How To Paint Laminate Countertops: A DIY Guide
If you're looking to refresh your kitchen or bathroom without a complete makeover, painting laminate countertops may be the perfect solution.
Popular House Paint Apps
Here are our favorite mobile apps to help you choose wall paint colors virtually.
How To Choose the Right Colors for Your Rooms
Make your house look fresh, beautiful, and cohesive with paint color selection tips and tricks shared by professional designers.
How to Paint Pine Paneling: Tips From the Experts
Learn how to paint pine paneling from paint expert Mauro Henrique in this detailed guide and video breaking down vital info.
How To Paint Trim
Master the art of painting trim. Our guide covers prep, tools, and techniques for flawless baseboards, crown molding, and window frames.
How to Paint Over Spray Paint Graffiti
Paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner cover her son’s old graffiti artwork on her garage walls.
How To Prepare, Prime, Paint, and Finish a Front Door
Painting your front door can instantly increase your home's curb appeal, and you can do it in just a few easy steps. Read about how to paint, prime, and finish your front door in our step-by-step guide.
How To Whitewash an Outdoor Bench
Whitewashing is a simple DIY project that can make a big impact. Find out how to whitewash an outdoor bench here.
How To Completely Refresh Your Fireplace on a Budget
Homeowners can easily make over their fireplaces without breaking the bank. Read our guide on how properly plan for the project, and refresh your home's coziest feature.
How To Paint a Concrete Foundation
Painting a concrete foundation is a simple DIY project that can improve your home’s curb appeal and protect it from moisture damage.
How to Remove Different Types of Wallpaper
Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor some methods for removing different types of wallpaper, and Kevin’s shocked at the results.
Interior Painting Tips: Best Practices From an Expert
This Old House painting expert Mauro Henrique shares his best practices for painting, including the right tools and techniques.
How To Paint Tile
Paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner avoid a costly and drawn-out project by painting his avocado green tiles with an epoxy paint.
How To Texture a Ceiling
If you’re tired of the same old flat surface or dealing with a ceiling full of imperfections, a textured ceiling may be the way to go.
How to Paint a Straight Edge Without Tape
Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor how he paints a straight edge when tape just isn’t an option.
How to Stain Pressure-Treated Wood
Restore your weathered deck, picnic table, or fence to its original glory and protect it from the elements with a beautiful stain finish.
How to Spray Paint Like a Pro
This Old House painter Mauro Henrique has finished a deck with spray paint. What do you need to know about choosing and using spray paint?
How to Paint Upholstery
Transform a faded, stained, or outdated piece of fabric furniture with the products and easy technique detailed here.
How To Stain Brick
Brick is durable and can last a long time, but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with the same look forever. Learn about brick staining here.
How To Paint Wood Paneling
This Old House painting expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor a universal approach to painting wood paneling.
17 Beautiful Painted Furniture Ideas
Looking for a unique statement piece? Check out our visual guide for painted furniture inspiration to suit your individual style and decor.
How to Re-Paint an Old Radiator Cover
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique demonstrates how to safely repaint a radiator cover that tested positive for lead paint.
How to Paint Baseboards
A simple paint job is a relatively painless way to freshen up your baseboards and improve the overall look of the room. Read this guide to learn how to easily paint the baseboards in your home.
How To Remove Paint From Metal
Bring new life to metal by stripping old, stuck-on paint using one of these easy-to-follow methods.
Everything You Need to Know Before You Pick a Paint Color
Whether you’re looking for a soothing hue for your living space or want some drama in your dining room, don’t pick a paint until you’ve read our expert advice
A Comprehensive Guide to Staining Unfinished Wood Perfectly
Adding a wood stain gives your project the warm finish you’re looking for. Watch this video and follow the guide to learn how to stain wood.
How to Spray Paint Wood Furniture For a Fresh Look
Have some worn wood furniture in need of a makeover? Read this comprehensive guide to learn how to spray paint wood the expert way.
