Guides and Videos - Residential Painters

How to Tape Off a Section While Painting

Protect your property from spills and splatter by taping the area around your paint job

Choosing the Right Color Exterior Paint

A step-by-step approach will help you choose the right paint

What Is the Labor Cost to Paint a House?

Know what factors determine the price of your paint job

How to Choose the Right Primer

Tinted primer, rust-resistant primer and PVA primers all have their special uses

What Are the Types of House Paints?

Consider the various kinds of exterior paint for your home

How to Determine What Sheen of Paint To Use

High traffic areas require tougher paint

How to Faux Paint

Bring walls to life with this simple technique

Tips on Painting the Exterior of a House

Plan ahead before you paint your home's exterior

Finding Paint to Match Your Original Color

Color match paint to discreetly touch up holes and cracks in your walls

Decorative Paint Ideas for Bedrooms

Paint colors and styles set the mood for each of the bedrooms in your home

Fun Paint Ideas for a Girl's Bedroom

Brighten your daughter's bedroom with a paint scheme that's uniquely hers

Eco-Friendly Paint Brands

Learn which environmentally-conscious paint types are available for your home

Living Room Paint Ideas

A new paint job can help define the tone of your room and give it new life

Paint Ideas for a Playroom

Turn your child's playroom into an educational oasis

How to Paint the Outside of My House

You'll need a power washer, paint scraper, caulk to start

Danger of Lead Paint on Exterior of House

Know the facts about lead to inspect and protect your property

How to Paint a Concrete Brick Exterior

Painting your concrete brick requires preparation and the right paint

Good Color Choices for Exterior Paint for Houses

A new paint color can give your home an entirely different feel

Tips for Painting Vinyl Siding

The right paint and preparation are key for good results

What Kind of Paint to Use on Cedar Siding

The right paint is essential for preserving the wood

What Should I Know Before Painting a Brick House?

Prepare for a new exterior paint job by repairing and cleaning brick walls

Types of Specialty Contractors

Look to subcontractors with special skills to handle the details of your home project

How to Get Estimates for Paint Jobs

Prepare to get paiting estimates by measuring your project and learning about materials and choices

How to Price a Faux Painting Job

Faux paint job costs rise with the number of paint layers and complexity of the design

House Painting Tips

Questions to Ask Your House Painter

How to Paint Interior Doors

Exterior Paint Job Considerations

Techniques for Painting Walls

Learn how to give your walls a professional finish

How to Cover or Paint a Ceiling