You've bought your paint, drop cloths are in place, roller and brush are ready to go, but you've got one big problem...
How Do You Paint Behind The Toilet?
No matter how you look at it, you can't figure out a good way to get in behind your big smelly toilet.
You're...
Just a quick introduction before the post! My name is Ryan Cunningham and I have been a professional painter for the last 16 years, the last 7 of which I have run a cabinet refinishing shop. I have done over 100 kitchen refinishes and over 1,000 total paint jobs.
Painting...
Shutters are usually the finishing touch on a home's exterior. They add elegance, character and bring the home to life.
While shutters originated as a practical way to control light into a home, protect from the elements and add a level of security to a home, today's shutters are typically...
Painting trim is among the most common painting tasks that homeowners undertake, right along with walls and cabinets.
Painting your trim can completely change the look and feel of a room, it can brighten the space or make it more elegant.
I've painted a lot of trim over my 15-year painting...
If you walk into any store that sells paint, such as Sherwin Williams, Home Depot and Lowes, chances are that when you go to look for a brush you are going to be overwhelmed. Once you are overwhelmed with choices, odds are you will probably just go with some...
As a painter for over 15 years, I've learned that cleaning my paint brushes is essential and that a high-quality paintbrush is an absolute must. I often spend at a minimum $20 on my brushes. Three of my favorites are the 3" Purdy Pro-Extra Glide for interior painting, the 2"...
If you've ever tried to paint a ceiling, you've probably run into the issue of having visible roller marks on your ceiling when finished.
This can be horribly frustrating. You've taken your time, put in the work and the results don't add up.
Luckily, there are a few simple ways to...
One question I get asked over and over is "How long does it take to paint a room?".
I get asked this question from potential clients, other painters and friends looking for a favor.
The reason people want to know how long it takes to paint a room is typically they...
Removing paint from different surfaces can be one of the most frustrating things for the DIYer.
Whether you got paint on your floor when you were doing a painting project or if you are trying clean up someone else's old mess, the task is difficult and there is a ton...
Maybe you're like me and you love the idea of a good challenge, maybe you've always dreamed of being your own boss, or maybe you don't want your income limited by anything other than how hard you are willing to work.
If these describe you, then starting your own painting...
