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Painting Your House

But few other projects around the home can be carried out by do-it-yourselfers without special expertise or long experience. Some simple guidelines can lead anyone to a very satisfactory painting result.

First Steps in Painting

Getting started on a new project is always the hardest part. One major reason for that, especially in the case of painting your house, is the knowledge barrier. There's just so much to know to get the job done right. Read on and flatten that hurdle between you and your house's brand new look.

How to Restore Outside Furniture Ready for the Summer

Summertime means you’ll probably be spending more time outdoors. You may have outdoor furniture you use each year. However, you may not know how to restore outside furniture so it’s ready for the summer. The following guidelines can help make that outside furniture look like new.

How to Build Your Own Patio

Wouldn’t it be great to have a place to relax outdoors after a long day at work? A great do-it-yourself project is to learn how to build your own patio. With some time and hard work, you can create a getaway spot your whole family will enjoy.

How to Paint a Home to Sell

Selling your home can be a very exciting time. It is important, however, to make sure that your house is dressed to sell. One way of making sure that the house is presented well to prospective buyers is to paint it.

How to Pick the Right Color Scheme for Your Home

The best way to ensure that you will not have to do subsequent painting, except for touch-ups, is to choose the right color scheme the first time. Choosing colors that you like will also help to avoid any regrets after the painting is done.

Home Insulating

Insulation can be a confusing topic. How much is enough? What are the right materials? What insulation is safe and what insulation material is unsafe and potentially harmful to your health and the environment.

Non-Toxic Paints Versus Standard

While standard paint no longer contains toxic lead, it is still undesirable by many. That being said, non-toxic paint has a few drawbacks too. Let’s take a look at the two side by side so you can make an educated decision for yourself.