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Cabinet Refinishing - Preparing a Space to Work In
Most people think of preparation as the steps leading up to the actual refinishing process. It needs to include more. One of the biggest considerations is, Where am I going to do this?
Posted on 19 February 2012 | 2:48 pm
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Use back rolling or back brushing to increase the paints adhesion.
Two excellent techniques to increase the quality of your paint job is back rolling and back brushing.
Posted on 19 February 2012 | 1:56 pm
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Reglazing Wood Windows
Reglazing wood windows that are in disrepair only takes a few minutes. Learn how to reglaze windows quickly and have lower heating bills.
Posted on 19 February 2012 | 12:56 am
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Using Exterior Paint Preparation Tools
Investing in top quality exterior paint preparation tools is one of the most important investments you can make as you participate in more projects. Professional quality tools not only save you time but save you considerable effort when compared to the cheaper alternative.
Posted on 12 February 2012 | 4:45 pm
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Repairing Damaged Wood on Your Home's Exterior
Damaged wood must be repaired before refinishing it. Paint will not adhere to water-damage or rot. Learn how to repair this damage using epoxy wood hardeners and fillers.
Posted on 7 February 2012 | 1:33 pm
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Pros and Cons of Using a Pressure Washer for Exterior Paint Prep
Need to wash the exterior of your home before beginning your exterior paint project? Consider using a pressure washer. Learn pros and cons of pressure washing before you go rent or hire someone.
Posted on 5 February 2012 | 6:14 pm
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Common Exterior Paint Preparation Steps
Good surface preparation is essential for a lasting paint job. You can have all the right materials, but if you skip even the simplest of the common exterior paint preparation steps you will cut years off a good exterior paint job.
Posted on 4 February 2012 | 3:38 pm
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Proper Exterior Paint Prep
Many people skip the preparation step because they mistakenly think a new coat of paint will seal and cover the imperfections of the old paint. Read more to learn how to avoiding costly home repairs with proper exterior paint prep.
Posted on 3 February 2012 | 4:21 pm
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Dual-Color Exterior House Painting
Selecting the right color to paint the exterior of your house is trickier than it might initially sound. Not only do you have to take into account your
Posted on 17 January 2012 | 11:04 pm
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Guide to Environmentally Friendly Paint
At first glance the various options for eco-friendly paint can be a bit overwhelming. There is a wide variety of brands that now offer environmentally
Posted on 16 January 2012 | 1:41 pm
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Make a Small Room Look Bigger With Paint
Small spaces can feel restricting and uncomfortable. Rooms that feel overcrowded make livable space less livable. It can also make selling your home a
Posted on 16 January 2012 | 10:15 am
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Transform Your Kitchen Cabinets
When considering ways to revive the worn and familiar cabinets in your kitchen, painting is a less expensive option that is not as difficult as you may
Posted on 16 January 2012 | 12:34 am
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Hanging Wallpaper
Many customers enjoy hanging wallpaper instead of hiring a professional and having the extra cost. For those of you installing wallpaper yourself, you will need to follow a few basic steps.
Posted on 14 January 2012 | 11:24 am
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Hanging a Wallpaper Border
Wallpaper borders come with basic instructions, which are just that- basic. Professionals do not include their secrets on the instruction slips, but with a little help, you will be hanging a wallpaper border with ease in no time.
Posted on 13 January 2012 | 12:39 pm
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Removing Painted Wallpaper
Is your house covered with stubborn, old painted wallpaper standing between you and your dream home? Removing painted wallpaper will involve major physical labor but there are steps you can use to make it a do-it-yourself project.
Posted on 11 January 2012 | 6:10 pm
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Remodeling Your House? Don't Forget to Paint
One of the best ways to give your home, your pride and joy, the makeover it deserves is by giving it a fresh look; in other words, remodeling. Essentially,
Posted on 10 January 2012 | 3:18 pm
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Using A Wallpaper Steamer
If you have to remove more than one layer of wallpaper, wallpaper that has been painted over or if the wallpaper was not applied to a properly sealed surface, you might want to use a wallpaper steamer.
Posted on 7 January 2012 | 12:45 am
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Tricks For Removing Multiple Layers Of Wallpaper
Are you ready to remove those multiple layers of wallpaper from your outdated bathroom? This article have tips that will help you with removing multiple layers of wallpaper.
Posted on 5 January 2012 | 11:23 pm
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How to Remove Wallpaper Borders
Removing wallpaper borders will depend on the type of wallpaper used, the type of surface the wallpaper is glued on and the type of adhesive used. This article will show you how to easily remove wallpaper borders from your home.
Posted on 31 December 2011 | 12:27 pm
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How To Remove Vinyl Wallpaper
Removing vinyl wallpaper is more challenging than removing plain wallpaper because steam can't penetrate the surface layer. Learn the tricks of the trade to easily remove vinyl wallpaper.
Posted on 30 December 2011 | 12:38 pm
