How To Get an Outstanding Gloss Finish on Trim

Because it’s durable, easy-to-clean and levels well, oil-based paint, especially in gloss finishes, has long been the preferred choice for trim and woodwork. But with the superior finish comes an unpleasant cleanup process involving solvents, gloves and time and high VOCs. Now, the options for trim have changed for the better. Benjamin’s Moore’s Advance offers the best of both worlds: a stronger, more durable finish and a soap-and-water cleanup. In fact, this water-dispersible is suitable for any surface, but in semi-gloss and high-gloss, it performs exceptionally well. Continue reading

Chalkboard Paint Gets Color

The idea of scribbling all over a freshly painted wall might have seemed odd at first. But once people got the hang of Benjamin Moore’s Studio Finishes Chalkboard Paint (307), the kitchen wall became the new notepad for a grocery list or a to-do reminder. The only hitch was that this faux blackboard only came in black. Continue reading

How To Paint and Repair Water-Damaged Walls

Water stains or water damage of any kind is an ugly sight—especially if you painted those walls yourself. Whether it’s because the roof leaked, a pipe failed, or someone upstairs let the bathtub overflow, if there’s water inside a wall, the temptation is to paint over the area as soon as possible. The painful truth is that you shouldn’t do anything about it—yet. The drywall has to be an actual dry wall before you can successfully fix the water stain left behind. Here’s how to paint walls that have water stains or have water damage. Continue reading

Painting 101: How to Get a Perfect Paint Job

Painting is the project that put DIY on the map. It can be an easy job with an immensely satisfying outcome. But it can also get frustrating for a first-timer. Follow these tips, and even a rookie can get a professional-looking result. Continue reading

Four Tips for Getting the Right Color

“This is not the color I picked out!” is an oft-heard complaint at paint store counters. Many of us have chosen a color only to find it looks different when it’s on the wall. There are probably several reasons for this. Color is notoriously subjective and tricky – that’s what makes it so fascinating…. and infuriating at times. However, bearing the following four tips will help you minimize the chance of color mistakes. Continue reading