• Wood Finishes - How To Get a Smooth Wood Finish

    Updated: 2012-09-16 18:39:25
    In order to completely refinish wood, you'll need to sand away the old finish. However, sanding creates small bruises in the wood. In order to minimize these, sand the wood until it is smooth.

  • How To Use a Tung Oil Finish

    Updated: 2012-09-15 19:32:10
    A pure or polymerized tung oil finish is easy to use and will produce beautiful results on any type of wood. Tung oil finishes are usually applied to unfinished wood, but they can be used over oil based stains.

  • BPMI Mulligan - Electrical Gang Rough Cut Finish Frames

    Updated: 2012-09-15 09:32:39
    The Mulligan® product line comes in three different sizes and shapes. Made in the USA, the Mulligan® is an injection molded part used to reinforce

  • Pierce & Seal Caulk Saver Tool

    Updated: 2012-09-14 11:34:38
    The BPMI Pierce & Seal caulk saver tool is fantastic for anyone who uses caulking. If you were to look around in garages, contractor truck beds and job

  • Caulk Color Mixer

    Updated: 2012-09-14 11:34:37
    The BPMI Caulk Color Mixer is the most affordable mixing tool for creating custom colored caulk. Estimated to retail around $20, this unique tool offers

  • The Drywall Plug

    Updated: 2012-09-13 07:27:22
    I would like to introduce you to our drywall repair product called The Drywall Plug. It has the following Highlights:Easy to installCan be installed in

  • The Right Way to Use Stripes in a Room

    Updated: 2012-09-12 23:55:57
    Stripes can be great features in a room's design, but only if they are used effectively. If you put too many stripes in the room, it can make it look crowded

  • NEW PAINT TOOL

    Updated: 2012-09-12 23:43:57
    Money & Time Saving Tips using the MAGNETIC DOOR HINGE COVERS FOR PAINT JOBS Your current cost per door to Tape, Re-Tape, Clean including all Materials

  • Caulk Savers, LLC. Saves Caulk and Caulk Like Products

    Updated: 2012-09-12 23:30:18
    Hello, Do It Yourselfers, Wholesale and Retail Patriots, Caulk Savers,LLC, caulking tools are designed to cap, seal or plug any glues, cement, tar, adhesive,

  • Revamp Your Kitchen with Color: 5 Color Schemes to Create a Bright Space

    Updated: 2012-09-12 23:22:47
    While interior decorators love the use of color and are eager to splash it around a kitchen in inventive ways, homeowners always seem to be hesitant; they

  • The Outlet Plastering Safety Shield

    Updated: 2012-09-12 23:11:53
    You know the problems, bad plaster or over-cut drywall around the Outlets & Switches. What a Time Consuming PAIN to repair! Finally, there is a quick

  • Paint Mixing with the Strill

    Updated: 2012-09-12 23:02:35
    I am submitting this article because we came up with a new low cost mixing tool. There are several reasons we are very excited about our new invention,

  • Church Painting; In the end wood ladders came thru.

    Updated: 2012-09-09 15:39:15
    Upon recently bidding on a church painting job in Perth Amboy, NJ, I called in a scaffolding erection company to set up scaffolding around the alter; the

  • How to Tape When Painting Around Trim

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:35
    Painting around trim always requires you to tape around the area in a very particular way. Find out how to tape when painting around trim with help from a passionate residential interior designer in this free video clip.

  • How to Plaster a Room

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:34
    Plastering was once a standard method for covering interior walls in the United States, but in recent decades, drywall has become the dominant interior wall covering, due to its reduced cost and ease of installation. Drywall panels may not always wor...

  • How to Update a Hallway Banister

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:34
    The stairway and hallway banisters in your home serve as more than just a safety feature to keep people from falling; they also add to the attractiveness of your home. If the hallway banister is one of the first things seen when you walk into your ho...

  • How to Fill a Hole in the Exterior Concrete Wall of a Home Before Painting

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:33
    Before painting the exterior concrete walls of your home, check for any cracks or holes. Painting over cracks or holes in the walls will not mask them; rather, it will draw more attention to the problem area. Fill the holes with cement and allow a fe...

  • How to Use Looped Rollers for Paint

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:32
    With all the specialty paints to choose from, the variety paint qualities available and the different application tools on the market, deciding which type of paint to use and how to apply it can prove overwhelming. A looped paint roller is typically...

  • How to Do an iPod Silhouette on Paint Tool SAI

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:31
    The Apple corporation's use of simple silhouette graphics in advertising its iPod product line has inspired many artists to create similar graphics. You can create an iPod-advertisement-style silhouette graphic using the simple brush tool provided in...

  • Oil Painting vs. Ink Painting

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:30
    Oil painting and ink painting both have their fair share of advantages and disadvantages. Learn about oil painting versus ink painting with help from an experienced visual artist in this free video clip.

  • How to Maintain a Lacquer Finish

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:29
    Lacquer is a powerful varnish, more durable than shellac, that creates a firm finish when applied to surfaces such as wood instruments and furniture. Lacquer can serve as a purely protective finish, or a colored lacquer can have a decorative effect....

  • How to Lacquer a Tub

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:26
    Over time and with use the lustrous shine of a porcelain bathtub can become dull, discolored and worn down until it's no longer shiny. Since replacing the bathtub with a new one can be an expensive proposition, a better option is to lacquer the batht...

  • How to Prime a Wall Using a Roller

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:25
    Primer prepares the walls to accept the paint you will apply. The primer covers stains and discoloring on the existing wall. Primer is also key for successfully painting over wood or new drywall, as well as painted walls when switching to a different...

  • Why Won't SAI Paint Tool Let Me Select Parts of My Pictures?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:24
    Paint Tool SAI is a graphics art program that allows you to create and edit digital images for websites, documents and computer projects. Although the program was originally released in Japan, the developers have translated it into English, allowing...

  • On What Surfaces Can You Use Water-Based Acrylic Paints?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:22
    Water-based acrylic paints are very versatile and can be used on a wide range of surfaces. Unlike oil paints, they dry quickly, and therefore provide a practical alternative to achieve quick results. Traditionally they have been used to paint on canv...

  • What Type of Caulk Is Used When Caulking Your Sill Plate?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:22
    A house’s sill plate represents the transition between masonry and wood. Once the foundation forms are stripped, the sill plate fits directly on top of the concrete wall. During new construction, local building codes may require the addition of...

  • How to Fix a Non-Smooth Surface With Polyurethane

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:21
    Polyurethane provides a final clear coat that seals and provides a high shine to wood flooring and furniture. Applying it to a well-sanded surface helps ensure an even, smooth coat. This clear coat takes at least 24 hours to dry and may not completel...

  • How to Frame a Rec Room

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:19
    A basement recreation room provides space to get toys out of the living room or a spot to install a television set and couches and chairs for relaxation. You can make a rec room fit any family's relaxation needs, from a playroom for children to a hid...

  • Semi-Gloss Paint vs. Latex

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:18
    While semi-gloss paint is defined by the amount of sheen a paint of this type has, latex paint is categorized by the main ingredient -- which may be a natural or synthetic latex. Semi-gloss latex paint is, in fact, quite typical for use on interior w...

  • How to Make Advertisements With Paint Tools

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:17
    Advertising is a medium that attracts the attention of your current and potential customers. Basic painting tools and minimal artistic talent can produce attention-getting ads that will increase the income of your business quickly and easily. Whether...

  • What Is the Style of Homes With High Brick Exterior Walls?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:14

  • How to Change High Gloss Paint to Low Luster

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:14
    High-gloss paint adds elegance and a bright sheen to home decor, but may not be suitable for a home decorated using a more rustic or vintage look. Glossy walls can be repainted using low luster paint, but if applied improperly, the paint applied over...

  • How to Make Latex Sealants

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:13
    Fabricate your own latex sealant for repairing tires. Tire sealants are used to fix minor holes in tires or for bikes with tubeless tires. These kinds of tubeless tires are often used with mountain bikes and do not have have normal inner tubes. The t...

  • How to Make Gloss House Paint With Semi-Gloss

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:12
    Paints come in a variety of finishes ranging from matte to high-gloss. A gloss finish is great for accenting trims and details or it can be used to draw attention to larger objects such as furniture. If you find yourself with a lot of semi-gloss pain...

  • How to Get Rid of Oil-Based Marks on a Painted Wall

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:11
    Painted walls attract stains, from greasy hand prints to scuffs and other oil-based marks. Oily stains resist cleaning because they can't absorb water and other cleaning agents. Attempting to repaint over them may not remove the stains because the oi...

  • Easy Colorwashing Technique

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:10
    Colorwashing is a painting technique used to add dimension and texture effects to a flat surface. Traditionally, a color wash was done with oil-based glazes, but many environmentally conscience companies have started to produce water-based glazes tha...

  • How to De-Gloss Paint

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:10
    Whether you are planning on repainting a whole wall or just a small item, if you want the new paint to adhere properly, you must de-gloss the old paint. De-glossing removes the shiny outer layer, allowing the new paint to stick to the surface better....

  • How Not to Get Lines When Using a Looped Roller With Textured Paint

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:09
    Painting the walls in your home is an eye-appealing way of modernizing and updating your interior design. If you use a looped roller and textured paint for this home-improvement project, take must not to create unsightly lines and thick edges as you...

  • How to Get a Shiny Lacquer Finish

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:08
    Lacquer is a durable finish that is often used on wood furniture. It is made of plasticizing agents, solvents, pigments and resins that give it a typically glossy shine. If you have furniture that is looking worn or aged, applying a lacquer finish to...

  • How to Fix Peeling Latex on an Oil Exterior

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:06
    Water-based paint, such as latex, is a versatile and affordable paint option. However, it doesn't adhere well if applied directly over oil-based paint, particularly if there are several coats of oil-based paint. It will start to peel and flake, causi...

  • How to Use Paint Thinner for Tint Removal

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:06
    Window tinting film is typically applied to car windows. It limits the amount of sunlight that reaches the inside of the car and also provides some privacy. The film is often applied by the car or window manufacturer, or a company that specializes in...

  • Can Polycrylic Be Put on Wall Enamel?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:05
    Wall enamels are high-gloss paints capable of lasting many years. Over time, it may be necessary to touch up damaged walls. Polycrylic can be used for wall renovation. Polycrylic is a clear gloss coating suitable for numerous wall coverings such as w...

  • What Happens When a Floor That Is Varnished Has Bubbles?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:04
    Refinishing a wood floor is a way to quickly beautify and add value to your house. Within reach of most do-it-yourselfers, this is not a hard job. It is still, however, a job that requires attention to detail so you get an even, smooth finish. If you...

  • Why Is My Interior/Exterior Semi-Gloss Sticky?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:03
    It takes time for paint to completely dry so that you can touch the surface, hang pictures or even apply a new coat. If you are painting with an interior or exterior semi-gloss paint, you might find that it is staying sticky longer than you had antic...

  • Is Satin Finish Paint Washable?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:02
    Oil-based and latex are the two most common types of interior paint. Each is available in three grades of quality: low- or professional-grade, medium- or decorator-grade, and high-grade. Both types also come in numerous finishes ranging from flat to...

  • Latex Vs. Enamel for Pre-Primed Doors

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:01
    A pre-primed door is ready to paint. What may stall your door project in its tracks is deciding what to paint it with, latex or enamel paint. Factors to consider in making the decision include whether the door is exterior or interior, and which type...

  • Latex Vs. Latex Enamel

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:00
    There are two basic paint types, latex and oil-based. Many people prefer latex paint because it's water-based, which means you can use water to thin it or clean the brushes, compared to the oil-based types that require turpentine for those purposes....

  • Latex Caulk Limitations

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:06:00
    Sometimes referred to as “painter's caulk,” latex caulk is a form of sealant used to bridge gaps and cracks around the home. As its name implies, latex caulk has a latex base. It is cheaper than silicone caulk and water-based foam sealant...

  • Interior Painting Ideas For Nurseries

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:59
    If you’re having a girl, of course, you want to paint the nursery pink; but if you’re expecting a boy, then you would go for a blue room. This makes Vermont  interior painting easy and simple to do; however, if you want to be a little creative and create a nursery that’s [...]

  • Painting The Exterior Trim Of Your Vermont House

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:59
    Painting exterior trim can be thought of costing less than completely painting all exterior surfaces, but a few things to consider from a painting contractor points of view. Most of us look to save where we can, especially in this day and economic conditions. House painting is no different, when it comes [...]

  • Before You Paint Your Vermont House

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:58
    If you’re a Vermont homeowner looking to sell, you’ve doubtless been a little discouraged by the recent downturn in the real estate market. These things happen, and it’s nothing much that can’t be undone when the market gets to it’s next boom. In the mean time, improving your home is one of the best ways [...]

  • Eco-Friendly Painting

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:58
    Making our dwellings gorgeous is nothing new. Humans have been decorating their homes for millennia. From the Australian Aborigines painting ochre onto cave walls over 40,000 years ago to the almost modern Egyptian pyramids of only 4,500 years ago we all have an innate desire to express ourselves and make our surroundings part of that [...]

  • The Basics of House Painting in Vermont

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:58
    Your Vermont house is your lifetime asset. And it’s a matter of time when you take a notice that your house needs renovation – not because it’s getting old, but because you feel the need of vibrant colors in your house. Repainting your house is a tricky business. Some rely on painting companies to do the job for [...]

  • How to Lacquer Driftwood

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:58
    Finding a substantial piece of driftwood in the raw can feel like you hit the decorating jackpot. However, that piece of driftwood will lose its rich color if you don't properly finish the wood once you bring it back to the house. Lacquer is a type o...

  • Is There a Way to Make Satin Paint Into Semigloss?

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:57
    Oil and latex paint is manufactured in a range of different sheens. Paints with higher sheens dry with a shinier finish that is usually more durable and easier to wash than paints that display a lower amount of sheen. Satin and semigloss paints are u...

  • How to Make Chalkboard Paint With a Satin Finish

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:57
    Kids are always looking for a place to display their Picasso skills. A chalkboard wall will allow your child to bring his squiggly lines, doodles and imaginary creatures to life. If there is a wall in your child’s bedroom that needs a touch of...

  • How to Create a Satin Paint Finish

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:55
    Painting a room can change the entire look and feel of the space. There are several finishes for paint, and the one you choose depends on what room you are painting and the quality of your walls. Flat paint has a non-reflective finish and can be used...

  • How to Deepen the Color of Stonework

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:54
    It's an old rockhound method of identifying rocks by bringing out hidden colors and striations: Pour water over them. Water soaks in and temporarily darkens the stone, intensifying internal contrasts and enriching its natural hues. As the rock dries...

  • Interior Painting Ideas: Check Out Houzz

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:52
    , A . Allbright Painting 1-800-410-5444 Greater Los Angeles Areas Home Commercial Overview Commercial Painting Painting Services Epoxy Floors Safety on the Job Residential Overview Exterior Services Interior Services Color Consulting Guarantee Paint for a Day Paint it . S.M.A.R.T Painting Parties Portfolio Overview Recent Projects About Us Overview Video Library History Why Use A . Allbright Testimonials Awards , Credentials Press Mission Statement Our Team Careers Affiliates Joshua Abramson's Bio Service Areas Blog Contact 10 Questions to Ask Every Painting Contractor It's important that you make the best decision for yourself when choosing a contractor for your project . Here are a 10 questions that you should consider asking each contractor bidding on your project before making your

  • An Award-Winning West LA Painting Project

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:51
    , A . Allbright Painting 1-800-410-5444 Greater Los Angeles Areas Home Commercial Overview Commercial Painting Painting Services Epoxy Floors Safety on the Job Residential Overview Exterior Services Interior Services Color Consulting Guarantee Paint for a Day Paint it . S.M.A.R.T Painting Parties Portfolio Overview Recent Projects About Us Overview Video Library History Why Use A . Allbright Testimonials Awards , Credentials Press Mission Statement Our Team Careers Affiliates Joshua Abramson's Bio Service Areas Blog Contact 10 Questions to Ask Every Painting Contractor It's important that you make the best decision for yourself when choosing a contractor for your project . Here are a 10 questions that you should consider asking each contractor bidding on your project before making your

  • A. Allbright featured in “The Signal” Newspaper

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:50
    We are honored to be featured in “The Signal” newspaper. The article, “ Paint your home like the pros,” describes tips that homeowners can use to give their homes an upgrade. Whether it’ protecting the wood with a thorough paint job to prevent peeling or decorating the inside of your home with the latest design painting techniques, homeowners have options. We are glad to be of service to our local paper and hope homeowners have a great time working on their homes.! To read the full article, please click here.

  • Painting the Castaic Animal Shelter

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:49
    A . Allbright Painting 1-800-410-5444 Greater Los Angeles Areas Home Commercial Overview Commercial Painting Painting Services Epoxy Floors Safety on the Job Residential Overview Exterior Services Interior Services Color Consulting Guarantee Paint for a Day Paint it . S.M.A.R.T Painting Parties Portfolio Overview Recent Projects About Us Overview Video Library History Why Use A . Allbright Testimonials Awards , Credentials Press Mission Statement Our Team Careers Affiliates Joshua Abramson's Bio Service Areas Blog Contact 10 Questions to Ask Every Painting Contractor It's important that you make the best decision for yourself when choosing a contractor for your project . Here are a 10 questions that you should consider asking each contractor bidding on your project before making your final

  • Faux Finish Training - A. Allbright University

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:48
    Here at A. Allbright we are passionate about training our painters to be the best in their craft. With that mentality in mind we set out to teach a number of our painters, faux finish painting techniques. The response from one of our painters was simply, “I loved it!” He spoke for the rest of the crew as well. It was hands on training that covered a variety of Venetian plaster and glazing techniques. nbsp; Thank you to Modern Masters in San Fernando Valley for providing us with the classroom, materials and a great experience.

  • A. Allbright Helps Sponsor “Comics for the Cause”

    Updated: 2012-09-06 01:05:47
    On August 7th, 2012 the star of the Tonight Show, Jay Leno, brought the laughter to support a cause close to home, “Comics for the Cause” is a SCV Youth Project event that helps support at-risk adolescents. They help them in overcoming the challenges they face daily and avoiding behavior such as substance use, violence, unsafe sex, dropping out of school, bullying, peer pressure, depression, suicide, grief/loss, running away, and then some. Not only do they help the teens, but their families as well. A. Allbright Painting was happy to help sponsor this great event. We were even more excited to be able to attend it as well.  

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