When in optimal condition, hardwood floors provide a rich beauty that can’t be found in carpeting, vinyl, or any other type of floor surface. After years of wear, however, they can take on a dull, lackluster appearance that some homeowners find a bit boring. Instead of refinishing and/or restaining, consider learning how to paint a ...
Shabby chic paint techniques are a super easy and affordable way to update those outdated wood Office Desks. Creating a Shabby Chic Office Desk is an easy home office update project that can be accomplished in one weekend. To start this Shabby Chic Office Desk Paint Technique project you will need to spend at least ...
Lime washing is a faux finish paint technique that adds a very subtle white-washed finish to walls. The lime washing paint technique is very similar to color washing, except that the lime washing provides a white, almost chalky, finish. Many people learn how to lime wash walls because it is a fairly simple faux finish ...
Gone are the days when the only choices we had in painting our walls and furniture were between different colors and shines. Now, thanks to glaze mediums, our walls and furniture can take on many faux effects, from crackled, old paint to fabrics like linen and suede. These faux paint treatments can be accomplished in ...
What could be worse than tearing up the grotesque, earthworm-hued carpet in your basement, only to find concrete? This was my dilemma recently, when I lifted the carpet in the finished basement in our new house. What did I expect to find-glowing, blonde hardwood floors? I shouldn’t have been surprised. However, I have precious little ...
A gourd bird house will provide a warm place for small birds to nest, and is an attractive addition to any yard or garden. You can personalize your gourd bird house to match your personal interests or design it to match the season or holiday. In this article, you’ll learn how to make a gourd ...
Color washing is a fairly simple faux finish paint technique that yields beautiful results. It has a soft, feathery look that is accented by a slight textured finish. This paint technique will add depth and dimension to the walls, and has an overall cozy feel to it that looks great with virtually any home decor ...
Did you ever wish you could have one of those beautiful garages that features the antique gas pumps, a couple of old vintage cars that are in mint condition of course and the signature checkered flag floor design? Well, you may already have that vintage car that will one day be back to mint condition ...
What You Need To effectively rag paint you will need: Paint, base and complementary color Water based glaze Brush or roller for base coat Clean cotton rags Mixing bucket Drop cloths Paint or masking tape Wide mouth, medium size bowl Before You Begin As with traditional painting projects , preparation is required. Remove all furniture ...
Recycling and environmentalism are key components of most curriculum in school. In homes, day cares and home schools, we talk recycling. Yet so often we don’t walk the talk we preach. Schools and learning environments are a great place to begin demonstrating good environmental habits. And it isn’t difficult once some basic habits are in ...
