Painting
Refresh your home with professional painting tips, color ideas, and product recommendations for both interior and exterior projects.
Safe Paint Strippers: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the key differences between traditional paint strippers and safe alternatives—and why you should consider the safer option.
Choose the Right Type of Paint for Your Bathroom
Bathrooms are constantly exposed to water and humidity, so selecting a moisture-resistant paint is crucial.
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.
How To Repair Cracks in Plaster Walls
Plaster walls are a key part of your home's structure but are prone to cracks. Learn how to repair cracks in plaster walls in our guide.
How To Strip Paint Off Old Hardware
Learn how to strip paint off old hardware by using two household ingredients: water and baking soda.
All About Painting: A Comprehensive Guide
Read our guide on effective painting techniques, tools, and materials to enhance your home’s appearance with a flawless, long-lasting finish.
How to Paint Vinyl Shutters
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner properly clean and paint her vinyl shutters
How to Paint a Popcorn Ceiling
If you're interested in painting your popcorn ceiling, read this guide to find out everything you need to know.
How Much Paint Do I Need?
Need to know how much paint to buy? A little math can save you a lot of time when it comes to interior painting.
How To Paint Random-Width Stripes
Make your walls pop by painting random-width stripes. Here's how to use this paint technique to make a focal point in any room.
How To Match a Paint Color
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique demonstrates how to accurately match a paint color. You can match colors using a wheel or paint chips.
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.
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.
Prep for Success: Tips for a Pro-Level Paint Finish
You’ve heard the saying before: Fail to prepare—prepare to fail. But whether it’s because prep work is viewed as an unnecessary expense or it just boils down to impatience, many home improvers fail to properly prepare their surfaces before applying paint. We sat down with TOH painting pro Nick Slavik to find out how important it is to take the time to prep and prime.
How To Flatten a Textured Ceiling
Read our guide to easily flatten your textured ceiling and discover how to achieve a sleek, flat ceiling without scraping.
Safer Ways to Strip Paint
Two nasty chemicals are gradually leaving store shelves. Here, a look at less hazardous ways to get rid of old paint
How To Choose a Stunning Accent Wall for Your Home
Accent walls give your room visual interest and breathe new life into a space with a pop of color. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Repaint a Rusty Metal Hand Rail
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner clean up and repaint a rusty metal railing.
How To Paint a Colorful Door Accent
Learn how to a bedroom door into a colorful, creative door accent and a standout piece of decor in this helpful guide.
How to Paint a Mold-Resistant Bathroom
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique paints a bathroom using a mold-resistant paint, in this edition of DIY Smarts.
Home Decor Upgrades Inspired by Patriots Team Colors
If you're a diehard Patriots fan and are looking for fun ways to incorporate their classic color scheme in your home, we've got you covered.
How to Color Stain Concrete
Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough and host Kevin O'Connor demonstrate how to dress up concrete by using a stain.
How To Whitewash Brick With Masonry Supplies
This Old House mason Mark McCullough demonstrates how to whitewash brick with masonry materials for a more authentic, aged look.
How To Whitewash a Brick Fireplace
Learn how to whitewash a brick fireplace with our step-by-step guide. Achieve a timeless, rustic look with this technique.
Small Bathroom Renovation: Before and After
Check out this dramatic small bathroom renovation before and after, featuring innovative design ideas that maximize space and add style.
How To Paint MDF Furniture
Learn how to paint MDF furniture with our step-by-step guide and discover tips for prep, priming, and painting for a smooth, durable finish.
Painter’s Tape Alternative
Now you can mask off any surface!
What To Do with Paint Leftovers
Finished a major project? Here’s how to deal with a little—or a lot—of extra paint.
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
What Is It? | Light Up Orange U
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a U-shaped orange tool with LED lights—but what is it?
Everything You Need to Know to Paint a Tile Backsplash
Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor helps a homeowner apply a paint to her kitchen tile backsplash. Follow our step by step guide for your own project.
Paint a Supersized Stencil Pattern
A large Scandi-inspired stencil pattern and a soft two-tone paint palette offer a fresh take on the wallpaper look
