Painting Tools & Materials
Discover a guide to the tools & materials involved with your painting.
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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 Use Less Caulk When Filling in Gaps
Painting expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor a common mistake DIYers make when caulking and offers a helpful tip for avoiding it.
10 Smart Tools for Your Next DIY Project
A new crop of warm-weather problem-solvers for your home.
The Ultimate Tool for Paint: 17-in-1 Painter’s Tool
In this latest version of the 17-in-1 painter’s tool, the knife blade tackles more tasks than ever—and the handle gets put to use, too.
How to Choose a Good Paint Roller
In this DIY Smarts, Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique explains the different types of paint rollers and then demonstrates good rolling techniques.
How to Use a Paint Sprayer
Ask This Old House painter, Mauro Henrique, gives a tutorial on how to set up and work with a paint sprayer for best results.
How To Choose and Use Painter’s Tape
In this guide, This Old House painter Mauro Henrique explains the uses and techniques for different types of painter’s tape
How To Clean a Paint Spill
A paint spill may seem catastrophic, but if you take action while it’s still wet, you can remove it from nearly any surface. Here's how.
How To Clean and Maintain Your Paintbrushes Like a Pro
If you're taking on a DIY project that involves painting or staining, you'll likely need to use paintbrushes. Here's how to clean them.
Pro Paint Tips: Get the Most Out of Rolling
Three paint roller tips from Mauro Henrique
Tips for Cleaning and Storing All of Your Paint Tools
Three experts reveal their tips and tricks for how to properly clean and maintain your painting tools to make them last.
How to Choose and Use Spray Paint
Want to take on a spray painting project but don't know where to start? Click here to find out how to choose and use spray paint.
How to Choose and Use a Paint Roller
Paint rolling tools and tips with painting contractor Mark O'Lalor
Decoding the New Low-VOC Paints
Use these tips on single-coat, no-odor, fast-drying paints to get the most out of every gallon
Paint Sprayers
They can lay down everything from latex to lacquer—but no one sprayer can do it all
Everything You Need to Know to Strip Painted Furniture
Have a piece of furniture that you love, but it's chipped or out of style? Learn how to strip its paint and give it new life.
How To Choose the Right Interior Paint
Color isn't your only choice when choosing an interior paint. Learn more about the different formulas and finishes available in this guide.
Norm's Notebook: Paintbrush Care
Master carpenter Norm Abram's techniques for paintbrushes
Paintbrushes
Plucked from a hog or synthesized in a lab, the right bristles are the key to a perfect paint job
Secrets of Smooth Brushwork
The unforgiving art of painting woodwork
How To Paint Quickly and Efficiently
Learn how to choose and use the right tools and techniques for painting quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality.
Stay-Fresh Paint Roller
Save yourself some rinsing work, and keep your roller ready to go, with this simple trick.
Painting Edges with a Drywall Taping Knife
Get a tidy edge by using a tool you probably already own
The Right Brush
For the perfect paint job, invest in the best.
Paint-Tray Protector
Simplify painting with tray protectors. Compare store-bought options and DIY solutions to keep your paint trays clean and reusable.
How to Paint a Room Professionally
Expert painter Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor the tips and tricks to painting like a pro.
