Knowing exactly how to paint a bedroom is half the battle. From the tiniest bedrooms to massive master suites, the skills remain the same. Preparation is key to any painting job. Begin the process by assembling the right tools. A tarp or drop cloth is important to have to protect your fl...
When painting the ceiling and walls, you want to keep a "wet edge." This means that the "cut in" sections of paint need to stay wet and not dry before you go back in vertically with your roller. This is why it's best to work in small sections. "If the cut in paint dries befor...
How To Paint Your Storm Door To Blend In With Your Front Door Hi, sweet SI family, I hope you're having a great start to the week. You may remember at the end of July, I painted my front door. A BIG thank you to all of you who chimed in on whether ... Read More » File...
Paint is the easiest and cheapest way to update your old furniture. Which is why I decided tospray paintmy boring beige patio table and chairs as part of mydeck makeover. Learning how to paint outdoor metal furniture has definitely had a big impact on my outdoor decor. It’s week 4 o...
Check the size of the hooks to figure out what size of drill bit you need (My hooks were 3/16″ so that’s the size I made the hole…just big enough for the hook to go through but small enough to keep the can from moving around too much). ...
Ahead, we'll teach you how to fold napkins in 13 different ways with our step-by-step tutorials. It's a good idea to starch and iron your napkins before folding them; this helps them to retain their shape. How to Set the Table for Any Type of Gathering, From Casual to Formal ...
Cleaning Aluminum Outdoor Furniture:Right from the factory the manufacture protects your aluminum furniture with applying a clear or painted finish that helps to prevent corrosion that will cause small little pits on the surface of your furniture. You can help to prolong the ...
Put bird feeders in a visible area away from your home to discourage cats from using them as a perch. You’ll be able to see the cats and scare them away, and as cats tend to be skittish when they realize they’ve been spotted, this may discourage them from sticking around. ...
If you are going with a pattern, it’s a good idea to start with the ribbon. Sometimes a ribbon has inspired an entire Christmas theme. Like this neutral with red buttons. I did an entire tree around mixed inwith burlap ribbon I painted with the words to Christmas carols. ...
Pallets can be rough and may have splinters or nails sticking out. Always wear protective gloves when handling pallets to avoid injuries. Also, make sure to thoroughly sand down any rough edges to make the playhouse safe for children.