
9 Tips for Spraying Varnish on Wood
Get flawless results with aerosol spray polyurethane cans.


Here’s How To Lighten Stained Wood
Our experts explain how even the dingiest, darkest wood stains can be made lighter and brighter.

6 Tips for Painting Interior Woodwork
Get a silky smooth finish on your woodwork.


Exterior Paint Calculator Options and Use
With the right paint calculator, you can plan your exterior painting project efficiently and buy your paint with confidence.

8 Tips for Painting With a Textured Roller
Get that perfectly imperfect paint finish that hides a multitude of flaws with the help of a textured roller.


Can You Paint Over Stained Wood?
When it comes to painting, stained wood is virtually the same as bare wood, as long as you prime first...


Do Paints Dry Darker or Lighter?
Experts explain why paint looks lighter or darker than it did when you fell in love with the paint swatch.


How Long Does Spray Paint Really Take to Dry?
Do you relate to the phrase, "it's like watching paint dry?" Well, spray paint generally dries faster than brushable paint....


8 Tips for Making Your Paint Brushes and Rollers Last Longer
Old paint and paint brushes don't do well together. Follow these secrets from the pros to make painting easier and...


Can You Spray Paint Wood?
Spray-painting wood almost always produces a better finish than brushing or rolling, but it involves extra work and equipment you...

Tackle Your Toughest Projects with the Graco Airless Paint Sprayer
If you’re looking for a way to make those old cabinets look new, the Graco Airless Paint Sprayer will get...

Keter Folding Work Table Review: Tested by a Professional Woodworker
Looking for an extra set of hands for your next DIY project? The Keter Folding Work Table might be just...


How Long Does Wood Stain Take To Dry?
Stains take time to dry, but usually not as long as manufacturers recommend. Simple visual and tactile tests can tell...


Can You Replant a Christmas Tree?
Replanting a living Christmas tree is possible if you buy the right kind and have a good spot for it...


12 Tips for Sanding Wood Faster
Sanding wood can get boring, but you can finish this tedious chore in as much as half the time and...

7 Tips for Cutting Curves in Wood
Whether you’re building a frame for an arched opening, making curved brackets or fashioning arch-top casing, marking and cutting curves...


Painting Tips: How to Paint Faster
Professional secrets for a speedy, great-looking job.

This New App Keeps Home Pros on Speed Dial
The company calls it "the future of home services."


5 Pro Tips for Avoiding Painting Mistakes
Here are a few time-tested tips for fixing painting mistakes.


What Is Paint Made Of?
Each can of paint represents almost 200 years of product development, which is why modern paints adhere well, look vibrant...

How To Paint the Exterior of a House
Anyone can paint the exterior of a house. Here's how.


10 Surprising Alternatives to Painting Walls
Tired of the same old wall paint? Want to make a new space feel like your own? Take a look...

Why It’s Important to Learn a Trade, According to a Pro Painter
Mark Kobriger didn't plan to be a professional painter, but he's made a successful business out of it. Here's how...


How to Remove Bushes and Shrub Roots
You don't have to dig when learning how to remove bushes and shrub roots! Use a lever to make shrub...

The 6 Best Garage Floor Tile Options in 2024
We've reviewed the competition and compiled this list of the best garage floor tiles to help you decide which is...


Does Storing Paint Cans Upside Down Actually Work?
Here's a way to avoid that crusty mess on the rims of your paint cans. Check it out.


How to Fix a Stripped Screw Hole
Stripped screw hole? It happens. Repair it quickly using toothpicks and glue.


Beginner’s Guide To Reupholstering Furniture
Reupholstering furniture sounds daunting, but you can do it with planning and the right tools.

How to Remove a Stripped Allen Screw
Got a stripped Allen screw you can't budge? You've come to the right place. One of these methods should do...