Painting Maintenance

Our painting maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.

S22 E24: Mauro Henrique discusses different grades of deck stain with Kevin O'Connor
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How Deck Stain Protects Wood

Paint expert Mauro Henrique helps host Kevin O’Connor understand which stains to apply the most common (and luxurious) deck boards for the best balance of color, grain, finish, and protection.
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How To Remove Paint from Concrete

Are you dealing with a stubborn paint stain on your concrete patio or driveway? Learn how to remove paint from concrete in this guide.
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How to Fix Cracked and Chipped Porcelain Tile

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor how to handle chips in porcelain surfaces.
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How To Clean Dried Paintbrushes

If paint has dried on your paintbrush, you don't need to run to the hardware store to buy a new one. Learn how to clean it here.
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How To Clean Paint Off Any Surface

A paint spill doesn't have to be a permanent problem. In this guide, we explain how to remove paint from a variety of different surfaces.
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6 Common Paint Problems & How to Fix Them

Learn what causes the peskiest paint problems—and how to fix and avoid them in the future.
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How To Restain a Deck

In this edition of DIY Smarts, Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique teaches a homeowner how to restain her mahogany deck.
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Brush Advice to Know Before Painting a Room

These three hints can help you prolong your brush’s life and save some wear and tear
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How To Repair Peeling Paint

Peeling paint can stem from incompatible paints, moisture, or poor surface preparation. Learn how to fix peeling paint in this guide.
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Everything You Need to Know to Patch Plaster Perfectly

It may be tempting to replace old plaster, but you can preserve the beauty and integrity of your walls by following these tips to patch it.
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Unclogging Spray Paint Nozzles

Keep your spray paint flowing with this revival technique
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Pro Window Painting Secret

How the pros manage to paint windows without making a mess of the glass
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The Right Brush

For the perfect paint job, invest in the best.
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All About Clear Coats for Home Improvement

Clear coats are a great way to improve the look and durability of wood, metal, and concrete surfaces in your home. Read this guide for ideas.
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Top 10 Home Repair Questions

Got a common home repair issue on your to-do list? Read our repair experts' answers to the most frequently asked home maintenance questions.