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  1. Paint Pizzazz: Decorative Painting Techniques

    Transform a room in one weekend with one of these three creative painting and glazing techniques. All are easy-to-do, attractive and inexpensive. We show you how.

Related Topics:

  1. Walls
  2. Makeover
  3. Flashing
  4. Molding
  5. Shingles
  6. Entryway

Other Projects for DIYers from The Family Handyman:

  1. Decorative Painting Tips

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    Dual-roller decorative painting systems can create unique color and texture effects on your walls in a fraction of the time required by more traditional methods. Here's how they work.

Other Articles for DIYers from Around the Web

  1. How to Make a Pickled or White Wash Finish

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    FromRon Hazelton's Housecalls - Projects & Tips

    Using Minwax Whitewash Pickling Stain Continue Reading Categories: Painting & Decorating , Painting Techniques

  2. Chicago Coach House : Installing a Zero-Clearance Fireplace - Bob Vila

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    FromBobVila.com

    Bob tours an apartment project designed for the physically challenged, then, back at the coach house, the new zero-clearance fireplace is discussed and installed. Plus, an iron staircase and entry are constructed outside the front door.

  3. Chicago Coach House : Removing the Roof - Bob Vila

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    FromBobVila.com

    The roofing crew strips several ancient layers of roofing. Bob explains how the new dormer will provide more living space, then visits the IKO roofing shingle plant in Wilmington, DE.

  4. Chicago Coach House : Installation of Window - Bob Vila

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    FromBobVila.com

    A new vinyl window is installed, Bob visits the Republic window factory, and general contractor Ron Gan demonstrates the installation of a floor safe.

Other Videos for DIYers from Around the Web

  1. How to Sponge Paint

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    TFH Multi Playlist Videos

    Sponge painting is an easy faux finish that produces stunning results. AsktheDecorator.com host Meghan Carter demonstrates sponge painting techniques and shares sponge painting tips to help you achieve professional results in your home.

  2. How to Paint Stone

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    TFH Multi Playlist Videos

    Is your old stone fireplace or stone statue riddled with chips? Apply a fresh coat of paint for an updated effect.

  3. How to Paint Over Tiles

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    TFH Multi Playlist Videos

    Jennifer shows the steps and products needed to paint over existing tile.

  4. Faux Walnut Finish

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    TFH Multi Playlist Videos

    Steve Bull shows how to give doors a faux-woodgrain finish with paint.

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Blog Posts

  1. The Paint Brush Cover Video

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    FromAsk the Builder

    Tim Carter demonstrates a new tool accessory that keeps paint wet on paint brushes that are not being used.

  2. Painting techniques : Safer paint removers

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    FromDIY Advice Blog

    Stripping paint The worst job I’ve ever had was stripping all the woodwork in an old mansion. Rotten work, but it made me a connoisseur of paint removers. I tried every product I could find and found that they all fell into two categories: fast...( read more )

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