New Appliances for Less Than $100? Yes, Please!

Interior of modern kitchen painted appliances counters and painted red fridge.

Your appliance colors were stylish when you bought them, but now they are dated. Or perhaps you want to inject some fun, bold color into your kitchen. If your appliances run fine and have plenty of life, you don’t have to trade them in for new ones. Instead, just paint them. Here’s how.  A wide-ranging […]

How to Paint Over Old Wood Paneling

Using paint to refresh a wood paneling wall.

Wood-paneled living areas were popular in the 1960s and 70s. Unfortunately, fifty years later, some of that wall paneling has still not been updated. If you don’t want dated wood paneling in your new home, should you remove and replace it, or can you paint over it?  Removal versus painting If the paneling is genuine, […]

Professional Painting Tips For the DIYer

Happy young couple taking a break from painting their home.

Many homeowners attempt painting as a DIY project, thinking it does not require a high level of expertise. But there is more to painting than you might think. So let’s get you primed to paint with these professional painting tips. Choosing paint Consider your furnishings when choosing your paint color. Take fabric swatches or sofa […]