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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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Painting: Hello i have worn out anolium floors tile,an would like to know a cheap way i might could paint them to save money ..

,just curious to no if u can paint them to save some money ,Their in good shape just the color has faded some what an just doesnt look good or shine at all,Thanks for your help if u have any advise for me...Gregory

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Gregory Tim Johnson Mc Coll, SC on Apr 04, 2013
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    Gregory Tim Johnson on Apr 26, 2013
    Thanks creative for the great idea,will try it in a small area first to see how it goes ,when ...»
    i get finished i will post the results an maybe it will help someone else with similar problems,Thanks,Gregory..

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Painting: name of a warm white paint?

I have been thinking of painting the interior of my home white...not a stark white but a warm white. I also need a matching trim color. Do you know the name and brand of paint that would be a good all over choice?

Loris Lutke
Loris Lutke Lake Lure, NC on Apr 25, 2013
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    Loris Lutke on Apr 25, 2013
    THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR THE GREAT IDEAS!
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Painting: Painting Front Steps Made of Brick and Concrete

We have ugly front steps that are part brick and part concrete. I want to paint them one uniform color, so they don't look so disjointed. Can I use the same paint on both surfaces, or do I have to use different paint on brick than on concrete? Thank you!
Karen Cooper @ Dogs Don't Eat Pizza
Karen Cooper @ Dogs Don't... Decatur, GA on Apr 24, 2013
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    The Paint Wagon on Apr 25, 2013
    Everything that "Woodbridge" said but, be sure to prime your surface first!
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Painting: How would you spray paint a steel filing cabinet?

Wondering if i can spray paint a steel filing cabinet!
Sharon
Sharon Eau Claire, WI on Apr 23, 2013
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    The Paint Wagon on Apr 24, 2013
    1) Scuff the surface with some sandpaper ...»

    2) Tape off anything you don't want painted

    3) Prime with an oil-based spray paint.

    4) Paint, use Rustoleum if you have any rusty spots otherwise, any kind of spray will work. Follow the instructions on the can. Do as many coats as you need for full coverage

    5) Remove tape and Voila!

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Painting: Pottery Barn Find - Need Help in Painting Ideas

I found this great Pottery Barn Printers Cabinet (it's actually a file cabinet), on Craig's List for $100. I have 2 color pallets picked out, but can't decide which choice would be better ...»
and where to use the colors. I'm thinking about making the body (top and sides) one color, outlining each drawer with a different single color and then painting the drawer insets in the varying other shades, but can't quite decide...maybe I'm going in the wrong direction. Any ideas would be helpful. I'm stuck on this one!

Leslie D
Leslie D Las Vegas, NV on Apr 23, 2013
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    Leslie D on Apr 23, 2013
    Thanks, Kimberly! Like you said, it's just paint. Maybe I'll try the multi-colors and then ...»
    tone it down if it starts to look too busy. My biggest problem seems to be that I don't know when to stop.

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Painting: Spilled paint on floor tile...still in grout

i spilled paint that's used on a Steele door(Latix) I think! Well anyway, I can't get it off the grout area. I have used paint thinner, oops, &about anything else I thought might remove ...»
it! Have any ideas??? The color is brick red...so very hard to disguise. What do you think about painting that grout area?Thank you, Bridget

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Bridget Casey Palm Coast, FL on Apr 19, 2013
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    Bridget Casey on Apr 22, 2013
    Ok thanks Lorraine,I will try it a couple of more times...B
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Painting: how do you make this chalk paint?

if this is chalk paint how do you keep it from warshing off your project
Janice Halstead
Janice Halstead Hartford, KY on Apr 21, 2013
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Painting: what is the best paint to use for kitchen oak cabinets?

I'm painting my kitchen cabinets the ivory cream color with stained trim. any suggestions on what he or color to use?
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Vanessa L Marietta, GA on Mar 21, 2012
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    Elaine CallawayandBilly B... on Apr 21, 2013
    How can I get the really High Gloss finish on my Kitchen Cabinets? I see them in stores & the ...»
    finish is almost like a "Plastic" finish! My Cabinets are a Maple wood, from the 70's & I want BRIGHT White cabinets that I can wash over & not harm the finish. HELP PLEASE!!!

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Painting: Quick! I need your help!

Help! I cannot decide what to do about this mirror! I just painted the empire chest below it, and now the mirror sticks out like a sore thumb. To me, it looks too modern for the chest, ...»
especially once I distress the chest. Please offer me some suggestions! I thought about painting the mirror turquoise since I have some Annie Sloan Provence left. Or I could paint it white and distress it. Decisions, decisions! Thanks for your helpt!

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Tricia @ Simplicity In Th... Greenville, SC on Oct 24, 2012
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    Denise Weick on Apr 20, 2013
    turquoise with silver leaf added to add grace & up scale feel I love what I see. You have a ...»
    great sense of style.

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  • Opinions on wall color (at first she didn't like but it's growing on her).  She wants to paint the cream cabinet (on the right) and update the beige curtains - she's thinking cobalt and orange.  Any thoughts or suggestions? 4
  • What color would you paint this cream china cabinet?  She's thinking cobalt/orange curtains. 3
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Painting: Dining Room Help - do you like this color? At first she didn't but it's growing on her. Wants to update curtains.

She's thinking cobalt blue and orange curtains. She wants to paint the cream china cabinet. Any suggestions?
Eclectically Vintage - Kelly
Eclectically Vintage - Ke... New York, NY on Jul 09, 2012
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    Suzy Myers on Apr 20, 2013
    Paint the cabinet the pale blue color that is in the bowl & pitcher. The pale blue will ...»
    complement the stained glass in the cabinet and will balance out the room. Use a small print on curtains with the green, pale blue and orange on a light background. If you still want the cobalt blue pick up some candle sticks, glasses, plates, pottery to add to the built in and the cabinet.

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