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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: Vintage Chaise What Color to Paint

Should I paint this it's original white? I also have a glass top table to match. In great shape and the chaise has good wheels. Would it be best in a nice white enamel or a color? The ironwork on the arms and foot of the chaise are great.
Frankie Laney
Frankie Laney Oceanside, CA 3 days ago
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  • Jeanette S
    Jeanette S 20 hours ago
    What a find! You might want to pick out your cushions first because you will find there is a ...»
    wide range of prices out there! Then look at the Rustoleum 2X bright colors! I am attaching a photo of my porch I painted out last year. Be sure and post photos. (P.S. Your tile is about the same color as the paint on my porch). Live it up and go for color! I then went around the yard and repainted all my bird houses and cages, dulled and dirty yard thingies and it turned out beautiful. I used acrylic cheapo paint in small bottles from Michaels!


    • I used chartruese, orange, yellow, pink, grape, red (on sewing machine table behind swing) and added even more color in accessories!
    • See how dull this was!
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Painting: What is milk paint and chalk paint?

I am really new to all this and of course never heard of these.
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Andrea Barrows San Antonio, TX 4 days ago
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Design & Décor: 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

Maria Salcedo
Maria Salcedo Chicago, IL 4 days ago
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    Kathleen M 5 hours ago
    I would love to see a photo of the room and the lay out of the furniture. It would really help ...»
    to know if there is furniture positioned on the wall. I feel that there might possibly be a way to use that mirror.

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Painting: Do any one know where I can buy plastic mirrored pieces for outside

or mirrored spray , I saw a project on hometalk for the mirrored spray , cannot find it any where
Etta Whatley
Etta Whatley Columbus, GA 4 days ago
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  • Sia@South 47th
    Sia@South 47th 2 days ago
    And they sell it on ebay, so be sure to price ck! I'm all about saving $$ ;) xo
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Painting: The Shabby Chic Man needs some womanly advice.

I want to leave the top as is so any suggestions on what color to Chalk Paint?

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The Shabby Chic Man
The Shabby Chic Man Apopka, FL 5 days ago
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  • The Shabby Chic Man
    The Shabby Chic Man 2 days ago
    Black legs might be a thought.
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Painting: Paint an heirloom or leave it natural?

To paint or not to paint? This little cedar picnic bench belonged to my Grandparents. They have been gone since my very early 20's. It's not only vintage but to me it's a family treasure. I'm putting the bench on my porch pallet nook and I just can't decide if I want to paint it or leave it natural. I have already painted a rickity old wood chair that is a fav of mine red so I would probably paint the bench in yellow or blue. (I love bright colors!) Even if I don't paint it, I'll need ...»
to poly seal it because it will be out in the weather. What are your thoughts?

Cowgirlie Jackie's Junk Farm
Cowgirlie Jackie's Junk F... Columbus, KS 5 days ago
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    Frankie Laney 2 days ago
    The little bench will always remind you of your grandparents.....no matter what color it is. ...»
    When you pass it on to a grandchild they may re-paint or not, but they will always remember that it is a family piece with history. Best of luck and be sure to share the results!

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  • I have 2 of these...treasure found hutch pieces! I have them anchored in corners..opposite side the window..Should I paint them? What color? or leave it!?
  • Found this  hutch for 13.00 !
The other hutch was 25.00! 2 different places..but similar! They are both in that outdated look..of the normal . 5
  • The dining area showing the 2nd hutch in the corner opposite the other flanking the window..gives u the idea of the pub table,a Tuscan feel...any ideas to paint or not , if so what color? 1

Painting: To paint or not to paint? What color?

I found these two hutch pieces that were too good of a deal to really pass up! The color they are blends well with our Pub Table in the dining area of the home. However, Im now thinking I ...»
would like to "class them up" to look a little more updated. Look at the photos and share your oppinion? I am undecided...and what color?

Simple Pleasures
Simple Pleasures Myrtle Beach, SC 6 days ago
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    Simple Pleasures 3 days ago
    I know...my hubby and I have that on the list! OR at least I do, he doesnt know it yet! LOL
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Painting: Painting and/or wallpapering plastic tiles in bathroom?

What have others used to cover the disgusting plastic tile in their bathrooms? I am at a loss and need advice?
Pam Swartz Cody
Pam Swartz Cody Minden, NE on May 07, 2013
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    KMS Woodworks on May 09, 2013
    I have done a lot of repair to lathe and plaster walls. The goto product there is an ...»
    elastomeric patching compound...it you have cracks you scrape them out and then apply the elastomeric. when it drys it is a bit rubbery and flexible this reduces the chance of future cracking. It takes a few coats to fill and it is tough to sand but worth it in the long run.

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Painting: What to use to protect a myriad of paint colors outside.

We've pick a name for our community garden("All Good Gifts" from " Godspell") Any advice on what to use to protect a rainbow of colors and also dryerase board paint outside?
Dana Robinson
Dana Robinson Nashville, TN on May 07, 2013
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    Leena Milligan-Lanteigne on May 09, 2013
    To give paint more life outdoors, you can coat it with marine spar varnish. This is used on ...»
    boats and was introduced to me by a professional painter. It comes in can for use with a brush or in a spray. Just follow the directions on the can - a few coats should do it! I've used it on hand painted signs on reclaimed wood and it works really well! Have fun! Love Godspell!

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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!
Cindy June 55
Cindy June 55 Little Rock, AR on May 06, 2013
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    Sia@South 47th 4 days ago
    Welcome to my Frugal Reno World! I've painted plain old plywood subfloors many times. First I ...»
    sand, then I wipe, then vacuum. After that I Prime, using 2 coats. Now the fun begins! PAINT!! Cut in from the walls, then roll. Let dry then do a second application and let dry. Now you can decide if you want a pattern. If you do measure it out, tape it off and paint it. The patterns you can do are unlimited. Once that's done, then seal it. Wait 24 hours and add a second coat of sealer. Then wait at least 2 days before you walk on it. Just remember that latex paint must have a latex sealer and oil based paint must have an oil based sealer. As far as the Vinyl? I have never had much luck with painting over it. It's just easier (for me and I'm 56) to rip it up to get to the subfloor. Hope that helps a little! Can't wait for some pic's! xo

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