Dear Patty: I would recommend trying it in a small room such as a bathroom first. If you watch an expert painter do it, it looks easy, but there is quite a learning curve, and a delicate touch is ...

Faux finishes have come a long way from pickling and sponge painting the walls. Offerings now range from imitation leather to Venetian plaster, and techniques such as glazing, faux marble, damask and ...

There are many different ways to stylishly update your kitchen without investing the time and money for a full renovation. When it comes to the kitchen, you can paint or stain the cabinets a new color ...

A beloved piece of furniture doesn't need to be discarded once it starts to fade or go out of style. With the right paint color and a trusty pet hair remover, fixtures can be updated with a realistic ...

If you want to transform your home or even just a room, a good place to start is with the walls. New design techniques in wall treatments can elevate the look of your home and can be a cost-effective ...

Looking to save some money on your next DIY remodel project? If you want to upgrade your countertops, you might be tempted to try one dubious but budget-friendly counter renovation hack: painting your ...

Creating a tiled mirror with paint is easy, and the results are stunning. You will fool family and friends with this simple, beautiful creation. They will think you have perfectly tiled a mirror when, ...

VALPARAISO | Kim Riley was showing her students the correct way to faux paint Monday morning at Spring Valley Homeless Shelter. The adult students are part of the career development program through ...

For years, fireplaces blended in too well at Heidi Noun’s north Capitol Hill home. One fireplace was hidden behind a wall, and another was plain white and drab. At the suggestion of an interior ...

An important step to take before painting woodwork is to pick the right color of paint, especially if you want to illustrate the look of healthy wood grain. Denise selected the color "Mud Puddle" as ...