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Painting

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.

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Frankie Laney Oceanside, CA 2 days ago
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    Christina 4 hours ago
    Love the screen! I completely relate to the wrong "route home" lol- I can't wait to see what ...»
    you decide to do with it!

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Painting: Old wat-not shelf

I have an old wat-not shelf that was in my room as a kid, and my mom painted it white, and i've always loved it - but now its kinda chipped up and... well... i was going to try and ...»
restore it to original finish - but shud I just leave it kinda shabby and old looking with the white paint?

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Andrea H Flint, MI 10 hours ago
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Remodeling: I want to paint my bedroom furniture. Do I have to strip it?

The furniture has a thin layer of varnish. I know it is thin because my daughter spilled nail polish on it and when I wiped it off the varnish and the color came off the drawer. I want to do it in a matte white/cream. Any suggestions? Thanks

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C San Antonio, TX 1 hour ago
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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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    Beth McLamb 4 hours ago
    Thank you for the suggestions but this doesn't answer my question because I am looking for the ...»
    stencils like was on an original hoosier cabinet.

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Painting: Making chalkboard childrens tables

I am using old side tables to make chalkboard top tables for children and I am looking for some idea's for colors to use on the base of the table with a childs chair that matches. I did ...»
one for a girls that came out lovely but now I am stuck on what colors to use for boy chalkboard table and chairs. Any idea's ??????

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Debra Seymour, CT 13 hours 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 Yesterday
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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 Yesterday
    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: Any ideas for painting a plywood subflooring including a staircase?

We are an aging couple who has little income for home improvement and in this economy must remain in our home which is covered in carpet and vinyl in the kitchen and laundry. Help!
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Cindy June 55 Little Rock, AR on May 06, 2013
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    The Shabby Chic Man 43 minutes ago
    Sia ...»

    I didn't realize the house was 27 years old so I am also surprised the floor is plywood. With the age of the house one would assume planked subfloor.

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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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Painting: 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 Yesterday
    Like to know what kind of sandpaper please
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