1. Redoing a Staircase
It seems like people are most afraid to tackle their ugly staircases, but everyone who's done it says it's not only easier than it looks, but so worthwhile!
- This post will help you remove your gross staircase carpeting and make what's left look amazing.
- If you're just looking to dress your stairs up a bit, this clever riser painting technique will do it!
- And if you want to soften your look with an easy runner, this one's a winner.
Have a question about this project?
Painting kitchen cabinets
I have wood cabinets I would like to paint, and wanted to know what kind of paint I should use?
Since kitchens get so much use, I highly recommend oil base primer and paint. Clean the cabinets with a TSP solution. If your cabinets are in good condition, there is no need to sand. For a professional look, remove the doors and all the hardware and hinges. Label each door (1, 2, 3, etc.) with magic marker under where the hinge will be re-attached. Make sure you don't paint over the numbers. Then when you go to rehang the doors, you will know which one goes where. I then always use a liquid sandpaper followed with oil or latex primer. I much prefer oil primer and paint. It is a bit more of a pain than latex, but it will last so much longer and won't flake off--and is more washable. Painting cabinetry correctly is work and not something you probably want to do again any time soon, so I think the effort of oil is worth it. Others will probably disagree, but I have painted just about everything and the oil will hold up. If you use latex, use a high quality primer and paint.