Here is a painting guide that will explain the steps on how to paint the most common surfaces and some not so common questions that readers have asked me. I also included the products that I use and that can be easily found at your local hardware, paint, or home improvement store. You ...
Caulk +Caulking Gun:I SWEAR byBig Stretch caulk. After years ofAlex Plusbreaking my heart as it cracked and failed only a few weeks or months after painting,Big Stretchis a slightly-more-expensive-but-far-superior life-saver. Whatever caulk you use, make sure that it’s PAINTABLE if, ind...
Dissolve the unsanded grout in about a tablespoon of water. Once dissolved, mix the grout mixture into 1 cup of paint. The paint will start to thicken to an almost pudding consistency. If you prefer working with a thinner formula, mix in additional water a tablespoon at a time to prefer...
The reason you do this is because when you paint it always bleeds under the tape in spots (as seen in the pictures above). So when you paint the original color over the tapethatis the color that will bleed through,notyour new color. Step 3:Allow the paint to dry (I’m impatient so...
If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust or fumes. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST OR FUMES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a properly fitted NIOSH-approved respirator ...
Here are a few hints and tips to keep in mind when choosing your materials: Choose a caulk that is waterproof and flexible. Make sure the caulk is paintable if you plan to paint over it. Choose a putty knife that is the right size for the gap you need to fill. ...
The rest of the joints received regular paintable caulk. A few coats of primer and white paint worked their magic to finish this fireplace remodel. It's hard to believe this is the same mantel! The complementary angles under the mantel and around the fireplace tile really help to tie the ...
Add rain to the mix, and you've got the recipe for both water and air infiltration. So caulking pays off in regard to both energy savings and building preservation. That's why you don't need to wait until it's time to paint to caulk visible openings on the exterior of your house. ...
Caulk between one piece of siding to the next and in between flashing (the metal strips that keep water out). The smoother your surface, the more uniform your paint job will be. Spray Paint Safety Before using a sprayer, familiarize yourself with the basics of how they work, and ...
Paintable Caulk* [/span6][span6] [/span6][/columns] [columns] [span6] Caulk gun* [/span6][span6] [/span6][/columns] Prep The Wall And Wood As with most construction projects the first step to installing these DIY built-in bookshelves is some prep work. ...