What’s the Best Way to Store Leftover Paint at Home?
It's easy to overestimate how much paint you need for a job – and to find yourself with a partial can left over. So, what do you do with leftover paint? Are there any tips for storing paint? First, why bother keeping paint – especially since p...
How Durable is Interior Paint? Our Experts Tell All
Interior paint doesn’t cost a lot, it’s an instant décor boost and it can last up to 10 years, depending on the paint quality and the technique used to apply it, meaning it's a good bang for your interior-design buck. But can you make it eve...
Choose Baseboard and Trim Colors That Will Make Your Walls Really Pop
When choosing a color scheme, most of us default to white wall trim and baseboards, no matter what wall color we’re using. And while white baseboards and wall trim are a no-fail combo, there are good reasons to look at other wall and ...
How To Get the Beauty of a Textured Accent Wall
A textured accent wall is a great way to update any room in your home. These focal walls add drama, intensity and depth to your space. So, go beyond the usual coat of paint and get a look that’s all your own. Venetian Plaster There are lots o...
Choose Your Horoscope Power Colors for an Off-the-Charts Vibe
Any astrologer worth her charts knows the placement of her sun sign. But did you know that every sign also has its own color? Put your horoscope to work for you. Paint your house your zodiac sign colors, and your life could become as harmonious a...
Learning ‘What Is Primer’ Can Save You Time and Money
What is primer, anyway? And why is it important? Our pros tell when to use primer and when to skip it – and why using it saves you time or money in the long run. We get it. Painting is a big job, and we’re all looking for hacks to make it ...
The Pros Share How to Clean a Paint Roller
Ever wondered how to clean a paint roller? Yeah, us too. So, we asked our paint experts for pro tips on keeping your paint rollers and brushes in prime condition. Keep Your Tools Clean And They’ll Last Longer It’s like mom and dad always sa...
Inquiring Minds Ask: What Colors Help You Sleep?
Thanks to stress, night-time device usage and poor sleep hygiene, a good night’s sleep can be hard to find. So, it’s important to do what you can to ensure a date with Morpheus (the Greek god of sleep, not the Matrix dude – though that migh...
What Are the Best Painting Tools for Your Home?
Most of us don’t paint very often – pros recommend every three to five years, but since interior paint lasts longer, some people may wait 10 or more years between paint jobs. So, when you do paint, you want to have the right tools for the job...
The Best Windowless Bathroom Paint Colors May Surprise You
Bathrooms, especially powder rooms, Jack-and-Jill bathrooms and basement loos, are often dark. That means you’re faced with picking windowless bathroom paint colors, which can be a challenge for these potentially drab spaces. Here’s how to choose...