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Painting is a home project that almost everyone will encounter. On Hometalk, you can get advice on every aspect of your painting project, from selecting a color scheme to preparing the walls. For inspiration, check out photos of DIY painting projects and paint jobs by professionals. There are so many conversations on Hometalk about interior and exterior painting. Search for specific painting issues, and you'll find that your question about painting might have already been answered. Or just post photos to celebrate a successful painting endeavor.



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Turquoise Chalkboard/Hanger From Reclaimed Frame

Who doesn't love turquoise....and chalkboards.....and cool knobs from Hobby Lobby!! I created this chalkboard from a vintage mirror frame and it's wood hanger. Click the link for the how-to!!

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Petticoat Junktion Clarksville, TN 2 hours ago
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    Terri J 20 minutes ago
    I never get tired of seeing your transformations! I think I may try this one next winter!!
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Painting: What paint to use on unfinished pine cabinet for rustic look?

I bought a pre-loved glass & pine china cabinet with a drawer base that had never had a finish and is paint ready, doesn't even need sanding. I want to do a somewhat rustic look in a cream color. I was thinking of a milk or chalk paint so it doesn't end up with a plastic look from todays acrylic latex paints. Can't find online from Home Depot or Michaels. (Anyone know of a store near Spokane, WA?)Where do I find these paints and how to use them? Thanks!
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Sherry Canada 2 days ago
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    Sherry 25 minutes ago
    Thank you all for the invaluable information! The reason I questioned what kind of paint was ...»
    because pine has no noticable graining or pattern so unlike something like oak that shows through nicely under a see-through finish, pine could just look blah. I think I am going to try a couple of different finishes & techniques on the back and pick whichever works best. I will post again when done... in a couple of weeks.

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  • Lovely and worn look. Easy way to transform and used a can of spray paint.
  • So similar to the Duck Egg that I have used on several projects but a FRACTION of the cost!
  • An economical way to get the transformation you have been waiting to do! http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com/2013/05/annie-sloan-colors-in-a-spray-paint/
  • That easy! http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com/2013/05/annie-sloan-colors-in-a-spray-paint/
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$4.00 Spray Paint in a POPULAR Chalk Paint Color!

Love the Annie Sloan chalk paints and fabulous colors but cannot afford a can of paint for every project? I feel your pain and found a great solution in a $4.00 can of spray paint.
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YouAreTalkingTooMuch.com Conway, SC 3 hours ago
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    Lynne 1 hour ago
    the chairs came out beautiful!..i like the look of asp..but a bit pricey. i have a lot of ...»
    things i would like to paint, so this is the prefect solution,,thanks so much for info

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Painted Honeybee Dresser

I transformed this little antique dresser that I scored at an auction in just a few hours with just a little paint, new hardware, and a few honeybees...

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Sophia's - Live Beautiful... Clayton, NC Yesterday
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    Mssmatch 3 hours ago
    I am copying this asa I find the little chest.
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  • Here are a few of the finished book place signs.
  • I found these signs at my local dollar store. I sanded and spray painted the backs of them. The front of the sign was the part that stuck to the wall.
  • I downloaded some of the special fonts.  I tried to make them look like something from the book you can find these places in. All of the fonts can be downloaded for free.
  • After I printed the font, I took black sidewalk chalk and rubbed it on the back of the paper.
  • I then centered and taped the printed font onto the the painted sign and started tracing out the letters. I used an ink pen and I had to push down kind of hard to get the letters to transfer.
  • After you take off the paper you should see the transferred letters.
  • I used a smaller paint brush and just started in a corner of the letter. You will want to make sure your paint brush always has paint and it is going on evenly. I put two coats of paint on the letters.
  • I attached the signs to the wall using my favorite 3M Command strips.
  • The signs have made this little corner of the room much more cheery!
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Easy Hand Painted Signs Tutorial

I have been wanting to make a little book nook for my daughter's room before she was even born. I had this idea of making signs that had my favorite places from books. I am not a very ...»
good painter when it comes to little details like letters. However, I read about several ways to transfer fonts onto wood and thought I would give it a try. I think they turned out pretty close to the actual fonts and it was super easy and fun. I can also be the first to tell you if I can do it anybody can do it. :)

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Melissa @ Keep Calm and D... Muncie, IN 5 hours ago
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    You are welcome Terri! I love your idea about hanging the signs under different photos. :)
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Painting: I have over 150 bottles of acrylic paint that I need to put to use. I

would love to hear about and see all suggestions. Then, there are the oils, crackle, chalk, etc. Just looking for a way to use them up at little cost to me.
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Terri J York, PA 23 hours ago
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    Terri J 6 minutes ago
    I know hair spray works for ink, but paint??? You may be better off asking one of the pro's, ...»
    b/c I would be scared I would ruin your sofa forever.

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Very Old 2 Sided School Chalkboard

Given much needed TLC & Makeover
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Jill Smith Ruskin, FL 23 hours ago
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    Jill Smith 12 hours ago
    This was given to me from one of my clients, to make like NEW again. I think we accomplished ...»
    that! She picks it up tomorrow... So, we'll see... lol :)

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Painting: Help with Curb Appeal - unsure what color to paint shutters, door, etc

My house has a tin roof that is a burgundy shade, but I think burgundy door and shutters is overkill. Please help me figure out another color that will complement it. I am thinking black ...»
shutters and perhaps a white door to make it stand out more. Thanks!

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Nerissa N Bellestri Dema, KY 2 days ago
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    Sia@South 47th 14 hours ago
    I guess I'm a bit confused as to the opposition of white shutters, with another colored door? ...»
    She has white accents, and the shutters would enhance, not do harm aesthetically speaking. The door could be anything, really, due to the yard she has. Even a Grass GREEN!!! It would tie everything together and look welcoming.

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  • A Damask Inspired Stenciled Wall and DIY Wainscoting for my master bedroom.

DIY Decorating:Board And Batten Wainscoting On A Budget

I am in the middle of transforming my master bedroom and just finished stenciling the walls and creating a Board and Batten Wainscoting. To see how I did it please visit my blog post http://www.lisascreativedesigns.com/lisascot...
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Lisa's Creative Designs Swansboro, NC 16 hours ago
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    Lisa's Creative Designs 16 hours ago
    It was a lot of work for me but I am thrilled with the results!
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  • finished french chocolat table 1
  • just a plane ole table waiting for some fun
  • "chocolat Lombart Paris" table
  • using my transfer paper to transfer the graphic to the table
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French CHOCOLAT Quick and Easy Side Table Makeover

I have had this table for about a month sitting in my garage..It needed some UMPH and I was finally able to DIY it thanks to Karen - The Graphics Fairy ...»
. I gave it a nice FRENCH CHOCOLAT graphic by transferring the image with carbon paper and Hand Painting on the graphic. I then distressed it and sealed it with Poly to protect it.

Head on over to see the full makeover.

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Art is beauty Jenison, MI Yesterday
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    Art is beauty 16 hours ago
    thank you so much Terri J and Karen - The Graphics Fairy
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