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Each suggestion will be researched and if possible, added to this site.
If you have a painting idea or project and it's not mentioned in the HOME, PAINT, TOOLS, BASICS, AREAS and IDEAS sections, please email me and if possible I'll include your request to the listing.
Check back regularly to read newly added how to information and product advice.
On the otherhand, if your looking for information and how to advice regarding painting tools the links below should help you find what your looking for.
BRUSHES
The number one tool in the box besides the conversion table metric is the brush. There are hundreds of different kinds to choose from don’t buy a cheep one or it’ll only cause you grief.
ROLLERS
Rollers and covers (or cage/sleeves) come in a verity of different naps (height of the fabric) if you buy lint free you'll be happy as can be ( I‘m sure I could be a rapper).
LADDERS
Talking about ladders and scaffolding may seem a little dry for some people. I close my eyes when I read this section (was that a giggle).
Even so there are things you should know on your way to the top.
OTHER/TOOLS
Brushes and rollers aren’t the only tools for doing a good paint job. If your interested in finding out more click here.
FAUX/TOOLS
There are lots of tools you can use for doing a faux. I mention them and how they work.
If you need to mix glaze for your faux finish or require a conversion table metric check out the CHARTS section of this site.
PAINT & WATER SPRAYERS LINK
APPLYING
Knowing how to use a paint sprayer is important for doing a quality spray job.
Need some experience spraying, then this is the area of the site that will teach you how.
SPRAY/PRODUCT
Just about every type of paint can be sprayed on. The trick is knowing how to thin the product, what spray tip to use and which machine works best with each coating material, (you might need a conversion table metric for this task check out CHARTS).
Airless
This is the work horse in the sprayer world. The airless comes in a variety of sizes. If you want to blow on some tar there’s a sprayer made for you.
HVLP
High volume, low pressure. This sprayer is for doing fine woodwork. I use one when I lacquer doors, banisters, and window casing in a new home.
CONVENTIONAL
I love this system and it’s the one I learned to spray with. All you need is a cup gun and an air compressor.
It does have its drawbacks. (So long ozone layer is # one.)
MUDDING/TOOLS
Dry walling can require its own set of tools. If your doing an entire room from boarding to mudding you’ll need some toys for doing the job.
ELECTRIC DRYWALL TOOLS
Drywalling has hand held tools that one can use to spead up a drywalling project. This link explains electric tools one can use for drywalling.
OTHER DRYWALL TOOLS
Other tools can be found to do a good drywalling job, this link will discuss some you may have never heard of before.
TAPING
Learn about the different types of masking and how to properly tape out a room. When cutting in or spraying, you’ll need to know the fastest way to cover the air looms.
DROPS
Need to know how to drop (protect) a room properly. I’ll let you in on a little secret for replacing some of those expensive drop cloths.
PAPER
I use a masking machine whenever I’m spraying, they are a very handy little tool. If you don’t want the expense you can still use paper rolls and tape. If you are spraying look at the CHARTS section of this site for your conversion table metric.
PLASTIC
Plastic comes in long wide rolls and works great for bagging a house (covering walls). This link will show you the fastest way to put the plastic up.
OTHER
I’ve got a few other nifty little tricks for protecting the valuables. If you want to know this is where you need to go. (I’m a rhyming fool)
CHARTS, LISTS & OTHER THINGS LINK
INTERIOR COLOR SELECTION SAMPLES
Here are some basic ideas and charts for helping with your color decisions. The color selection samples, and tools will also help to pick the colors for your home.
EXTERIOR COLOR SELECTION SAMPLES
Choosing an exterior color isn't always an easy task. This exterior color's page, has color samples and links to selection tools that should help get the outside of your house coated with paint.
PAINT SHEEN
This paint sheen link will give you advice as to the best sheen (eggshell, semi-gloss etc) to use for the work being done.
CONVERSION TABLES
If your buying a product on the net from a country that uses a different measuring system than you I've included a conversion table metric chart to help you out.
GLOSSARY
Contractor terms can some times be confusing, I have included a glossary. If you see the words conversion table metric for example and are not sure what that means, the glossary will help you to determine what it's all about.
HOME CHECKUP
At least twice a year every home needs a going over. Cliking on this link will give you a step by step prosses for seasonaly inspecting your home.
PAINTING PHOTOS
After using the reading the conversion table metric page, you might like to see some painting photos. The above painting photos link should help you visualize the painting process.
If your looking for other decorating solutions other than sprayers, drywalling or a conversion table metric. Hit the home link. You should be able to find your decorating idea by reading the text. If I have mised something or you would like to ask me a question, e-mail me. Your address will be held in the strictest confedence. I will also try to answer your questions promptly.
