If you have been longing to restore that old, painted brick wall to its natural glory, but feel stripping it would be a job you can't handle, you will be pleased to know you have another option. Paint over it. However, instead of painting it a bland color like before, this time giv...
What I Did: I simply rubbed some in, left it for a minute or two and then took a soapy, wet dishcloth (excess water squeezed out) and rubbed out the stains going with the direction of the grain of the wood. I had to apply some pressure, but it worked!
4.You lose the glow of the ground. When you paint Yellow Ochre onto a white canvas (See:How a prepared canvas can drastically improve your painting) the trick is to paint it thick enough to form an opaque layer but thin enough to allow the white from the canvas to shine through and g...
For example, if you know that it takes 10 minutes to paint a 2’ x 2’ board (4 sq ft), you can estimate that it will take 250 minutes to paint a 10’ x 10’ wall (100 sq ft). However, even the best estimates can be inaccurate. Some tasks might be delayed because of unprod...
can also be applied to concrete countertops with a roller brush. Prep the surface by sanding the concrete and wiping it down, and then apply a concrete primer to help the paint bond. The primer should dry completely before adding the first coat of paint. Add several coats of paint for a...
How to Apply Acid Stain: Since this is a stain; it soaks into the surface. Puddles or uneven application can be part of the design and texture of the finished look. Personally I like the uneven organic look of colour variations. A nap roller, pump sprayer, spray bottles, paint roller or...
Plumbing glue, also known as solvent cement, is a crucial component in plumbing projects. It is used to join pipes, fittings, and other plumbing fixtures to create leak-proof connections. However, to ensure the longevity and effectiveness of these connections, it is essential to allow the plumb...
Most cement board is 1/2 inch thick, so use 1/2 inch drywall to match. If your cement board and drywall are of different thicknesses, screw shims to the studs
If using cement, always wash your hands after use as wet cement can cause burns. Don’t allow concrete to dry on your tools - clean it off with a stiff brush. How to build a fence: Mark & dig post holes Cut the fence panels ...
If the power wash method isn't effective, apply a generous amount of paint stripper. Leave the stripper on the concrete for about an hour. The paint loosens and separates from the concrete. The longer you let the stripper set, the less work you'll have to do, but don't let the stri...