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Painting

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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: I knew I should have taken a different route home.

But, I didn't. I drove right past the vintage shop and turned around and yes, I went in the shop. Lo and behold, this is what I walked out with. Never mind that I haven't even started on ...»
the vintage chaise or the wonderful crate! But tell me, would you have left this in the store? Now comes the question.....do I leave it as is or shall I paint? I'm thinking I'll use in the lanai. It's a pretty sturdy piece and vintage for sure. I would say 40s or 50s. I think it looks good as is, but wanted to get some opinions. Thanks.

Frankie Laney
Frankie Laney Oceanside, CA 2 days ago
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    Susan Leslie 2 hours ago
    If you use metal cleaner, it will remove the PATINA which gives it the antique charm. If you ...»
    use anything besides a mild dish soap it may remove the patina. You have a GREAT FIND, Please sell it before you ever remove the patina or paint it. I wouldn't wax or use any kind of coating because it will interfere with the natural developement of the patina. If you decide to sell it, bring it to an antique dealer, and they will gladly take it as is but you should have the finial attatched, proffessionaly. I have spent a lot of time on discussing this gorgeous piece, but I feel very strongly about it. I am jealous that I didn't find it first. :)

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Painting: Stencils

where can I find stencils for an antique hoosier cabinet
Beth McLamb
Beth McLamb Alexander, NC 2 days ago
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Painting: How do I order outdoor fabric spray paint in black

I would like to spray paint two out door fabric cushions in black
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Ann christopulos Waukegan, IL 23 hours ago
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  • This is the dresser. I have had it more than 20 years. I have a matching taller one, but I want to use that for something else.

Painting: Can I use wall paint on old, finished wooden furniture?

I have an old laquered dresser and an old wooden twin bed that I want to repaint for my son's 3rd birthday.

I bought some teal and lime paint from the mis-tint rack at Lowe's, intending on using it on the walls. I also wanted to use it on the furniture so it all matches, but I want to make sure that it is going to stick. I have read about sanding and priming it first, but I would love to know if there is any way I can get around this step without buying any other special paint? ...»

I will try to post a pic later when I get home of the bed. I dont have one right now.

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Becci Birtles Brewster Dewitt, MI 2 days ago
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    Sandy Lueker 18 hours ago
    I have a dresser very similar to this one and my husband painted it for me with white enamel ...»
    paint...it turned out beautiful..I put green glass knobs on it and the chest that matches it...

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Painting: Paint my paneling?

I have dark wood judges paneling in my 1986 home's family room. Should I paint it a light color?
Linda P
Linda P Marietta, GA 3 days ago
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    House Boy, Inc. Yesterday
    yes definitely. you will want to lightly sand it first, then apply an oil based primer.
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Home Maintenance & Repairs: My cabinets are pressed wood, swollen from water, how do I repair.

I want to paint them but don't know where tostart or if it is possible to sand them smoothe enough to paint.
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Claudia Thomas Beaufort, SC 3 days ago
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    Pamela Smith 24 hours ago
    Like to know what kind of sandpaper please
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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 6 days ago
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    Robin Peterson 20 hours ago
    I would go with either light duck egg blue for a sweet contrast,or the light avocado green ...»
    that you already get from some of the brick . Both would soften the look . A planter with a Japanese Maple or a structural cedar or yew, and a few flowers around would be lovely

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Painting: Painting murals in the bottom of a pool; possible or not?

I have found pool paint and can tell that this is a delicate process. I have also seen very little of this happening in social media or on-line, so i can only assume it is not easy and ...»
possibly expensive....is there anyone out there who can help me understand how to make the most awesome murals in the bottom of pools?

Amber D
Amber D on Nov 26, 2012
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    Iggy Arts 15 hours ago
    hey amber any luck with the pool painting under water i have the same questions as you do , ...»
    did you get the mural done ?

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Painting: Mirrored Bedroom Wall

Hello, I have a wall in my bedroom that has really become quite an eyesore. The ENTIRE wall is mirrored!! It is 8ft high and approximately 11 ft wide. I have contemplated building shelves ...»
with open backs to let mirror show through. I have also thought of looking at frosting tutorials, and stencilling but STILL have not been truly inspired. Does anyone have any ideas, or finished projects perhaps that they can show me to possibly inpire me with this wall??? Removing it is a BIG pain, and can be quite messy (already went thru that on a wall downstairs living space). These mirrors WERE quite popular in the mid 90's and I never thought I would grow tired of them.....but I have! I also have them in TWO side by side bathrooms on first floor, LOL. The broken pieces and small shards of mirror STILL sit in a very large bucket on my deck because I refuse to throw away. I know I will have an artistic revelation later and want to use in a mural? I don't know, I just know they did cost a lot of money and are very difficult to remove without breaking. So I figure to use that wall to a greater potential, i just have to find a solution to work with it. Thank You Maria Salcedo

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Maria Salcedo Chicago, IL on May 15, 2013
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    Kathleen M 16 hours ago
    I'm glad you like it Maria! Try mixing large and small. I'm glad you have a stash- that makes ...»
    it a really low cost project. I can't wait to see how it comes out. You can find some really great patterned ribbons to use to hang the frames :o)

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Painting: can i paint over wall paper ? if so what to do about the lines in the paper.

Rena
Rena Atlanta, GA on Feb 09, 2011
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  • Anne Ingraham
    Anne Ingraham 20 hours ago
    you can buy paintable wall paper
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