For my second coat, I mixed up an even waterier second wash and then went over the wall again – just to add a bit more haze. So if my first whitewash mixture was equal parts paint and water, this second mix was more likeone-third paint + two-thirds water. That coat was much fas...
In some instances, you may be able to remove the paneling and paint the walls directly. But often paneling was installed with both nails and adhesive, and you could damage your walls if you try to remove the paneling. Also, in some cases, the paneling was placed directly on the wall stu...
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Fill a paint tray about halfway with latex paint. Use a clean edging brush to work around the painter's tape on the trim. Paint the rest of the walls with a clean, long-handled roller. Let the latex paint dry according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Step 7 Remove the painter's...
Start with An Anchor Piece An easy way to create impact is by using a larger piece of wood furniture, such as acoffee tableorbuffet, as your starting point and mixing in two to three contrasting wood tones around it. You can always experiment by switching out wood accessories to see what...
Consider installing horizontal panels all around the room to create a wraparound look. Plus wood, an inherently warm material will give your space all the snugness it needs. 'An interesting yet off-beat way to cozy up the dining room is with wall treatments, such as paneling or wainscot...
If your unfinished pine furniture, cabinet, or paneling looks a little lackluster, a fresh coat of paint may be just what it needs. Painting pine is a simple project you can do yourself, but before you grab a paintbrush, there are a few tips and tricks you’ll want to be aware of to...