Pour painting is the practice of mixing multiple colors of acrylic paint in a cup, then pouring the paint over a canvas. The result is an intricate design of colors and shapes that looks like a complicated, professional piece of art...
Once the oil paint is dry enough then you can apply the varnish directly to the painting surface. This is because if you ever need to remove the varnish later, the solvents used to remove the layer of oil varnish won’t damage the existing oil paint layer. On an acrylic painting, this ...
Use a clean brushand then only use this brush for varnishing, it will be tempting if you are in a rush to use another brush that you ‘think’ is completely clean. I’ve done it before and the polyurethane loosened off dried on acrylic paint and went over the painting, not a good ...
The best way to paint rocks is to use a thin brush and acrylic paint. Acrylic paints dry quickly, and after a few minutes, a new coat can be applied over the previous one. You will definitely need a thin brush for painting small details. Large brushes are required only when working wit...
Painting can be a task that takes a couple of hours, a half day, or more. Whatever the size of your painting job, the techniques remain the same. Learn how to paint a room.
If DIY wall art seems intimidating, try out an ombre canvas painting instead! This project is quick and easy, and lets you tap into your creative side without too much pressure. Prepare your space and supplies, then apply paint to your...
The best paint to choose for painting your house will depend upon the surface you’re painting. Bottom line: Select 100% acrylic paint for wood, vinyl, metal, or stucco. Semi-gloss or satin enamels are preferred for trim because they are durable and easy to wash. Flat finishes are favored...
Turn the can upside down to allow the paint to create its own seal. Store the can upside down in a place that's safe from freezing and out of reach of children and pets. So, before you throw out that old paint, see if you can use it for another project around the house. This mi...
When painting any piece of furniture you should always use primer product first, like KILZ, or use a “paint & primer” in one product. You need to prime furniture when painting for a two main reasons. It will help the paint adhere better and will seal any stains in the wood from com...
Have you gotten an estimate for interior home painting lately? Yikes! Just like everything else, painting costs seems to have creeped up over the last few years. If you have no idea how to paint a room, now might be the time to learn! Jeff and I first learned how to paint at a Ho...