One that paint can’t cover up. For now though, since we can’t replace the entire door, we’re making a minor update: new matte black hardware. We’re sharing how to replace door knobs, deadlocks, and door handles, and it took us under 15 minutes to do it all!
I decided I didn’t want to muck up the inside of my lock with spray paint, so I used a spare house key to block the spray from getting into the lock (while allowing me to access the rest of the knob). I didn’t push the key all the way in for fear that the top of the ke...
Of course, regular spray paint in a can is also an option, but I’ve never found spay paint to leave a nice finish on wood furniture. I’m sure you’ve realized by now I love to paint and I’m all about paintingall the things. And I consider myself something of a paint expert ...
Paint an entire wall before taking a break so the painted portions won't lose their wet edges. Then stand back, scan the wall, and cover any missed spots or smears. Whether you paint in sections from top to bottom or from side to side across the room is up to you. But if you're ...
Remove all handles and knobs, and store them in a Ziploc bag if you plan to reuse them. Label doorsaccording to what is inside. I usedFrogTape which was perfect since I was moving the tape often. Remove cabinet doors and cabinet door hardware (hinges).If you plan to reuse them, save...
but three or four days is even better. The problem is that new paint isn't really dry even though it feels dry, and if you press two painted surfaces together (such as when a door contacts a box frame), the paint can stick to itself and pull off one of the wood surfaces. So a ...
Learning how to paint your own furniture opens up a world of opportunities, allowing you to create custom pieces whilesaving money. In addition, thrifting andupcycling your home decorcan benefit the environment by keeping bulky items out of landfills. Painting furniture can breathe life into old ...
out of Mexican tradition, look to hand-paintedTalavera knobswith vibrant and joyful patterns. No matter which vintage style speaks to the aesthetic of your home, embracing these more exciting styles from bygone eras will be a surefire way for someone to really take notice of your door hardware...
As you do the prep work, remember to cover things like knobs and hinges. 2. Apply Little Paint on the Brush Once the surface is ready, you should apply a small amount of paint to your stiff bristle brush. Ensure the paint is as thick as possible to saturate the paintbrush well. You ...
•Remove all handles/knobsand store in a zip lock bag.PS. Look at all that gunk stuck on the cabinets, gross! •Using tape, label each door and drawer. I drew out our kitchen cabinet layout on paper and numbered each cabinet/drawer to match my existing kitchen cabinetry. ...