Is it weird to mix metals in different bathrooms?
I recently painted one of my bathrooms black and I'm really excited about adding some gold fixtures to create a striking accent. However, the house we just bought…
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Is Wallpaper a Good Choice for Sprucing Up My Apartment?
I recently moved into a new apartment and I'm really not a fan of the light yellow beige walls that clash with the orange wood flooring and other…
Can I Use Peel and Stick Wallpaper on a Primed Concrete Basement Wall?
I'm working on my basement, which has a concrete wall that's been primed white. The surface is a bit bumpy and imperfect, but there are no serious issues…
Too Much Light from My New Solar Shades—What Can I Do?
Hey everyone! I recently had some 3% solar shades put in my living room, but I've realized they're letting in way too much light, especially in the mornings.…
How to Properly Sand and Prep My Grandparents' Plaster Walls for Painting?
Hey everyone, I inherited my grandparents' home which has some untouched plaster walls with the original paint from the 1950s. I'm planning my first DIY project after dealing…
Should I Mud Over Old Wood Paneling or Just Hang Drywall?
I'm looking for advice on whether it's a good idea to apply drywall mud over my old dark wood paneling, which has those classic vertical lines. It's in…
Can I Tile the Riser of My Wooden Stairs?
I'm thinking about tiling the risers on my wooden staircase. Is this a feasible idea or just a recipe for disaster? I'm open to any tips or advice…
Choosing the Right Paint Sheen: Flat vs. Eggshell for Living Spaces
Hey everyone! I'm facing a dilemma with painting the walls in my cozy 1950s house. Three years ago, I painted with Sherwin Cashmere in flat, and while the…
Tips for Using Fabric on Walls with Liquid Starch?
Has anyone had experience using fabric on walls with liquid starch, somewhat like wallpaper? I'm looking for any tips or tricks you might have for this method.
Advice on Covering Cement Ceilings in a Rental Apartment
Hey everyone! I recently graduated and moved into my first apartment with my boyfriend. The place is stunning and fits our budget, but the only downside is the…
Should I Keep My Old Plaster Walls or Replace Them with Drywall?
I'm in a bit of a pickle with my home built in 1890. The exterior is wood, and it was sided about 40 years ago. Most of the…
Should I Paint Over My House's Wood Panels?
I just bought a new house, and I'm really torn about what to do with the wood paneling on the walls. My wife thinks the heavy dark wood…
Is Linseed Oil a Good Choice for Finishing Cedar Planks Indoors?
I recently wrapped my kitchen island with some free interlocking cedar planks I got, and now that they look so great, my wife wants to keep the natural…
Can I Install a Pocket Door Flush with the Wall?
I'm currently framing a new wall to create a space for a bathroom and I'm planning to install a pocket door. Is there a downside to setting up…
Feeling Overwhelmed by Furniture Shopping? Here’s How to Tackle It!
Hey folks! My partner and I are super excited about moving into a bigger place, but we're hitting a wall when it comes to furnishing it. We've been…
What's the Best Way to Choose Colors for Wall Outlet and Switch Covers?
I recently bought a home that used to be a rental, and we're working hard to spruce it up and get rid of that landlord feel. One of…
Best Ways to Wallpaper Over Knockdown Textured Walls?
I'm looking for advice on wallpapering over walls with knockdown texture in my closet. I'd like to add some MDF paneling or wood slat panels, and I'm a…
Is My Freshly Painted Room Looking Normal?
I just checked out the room after the painters finished, and I noticed some issues. It looks a bit uneven, and I'm wondering if this is normal and…
How Can I Widen My Closet Door in a Prewar NYC Studio?
I'm looking to widen the doorways of my closets in my prewar NYC studio apartment. Currently, the closet doors are about 4/5 the size of a standard door,…
How to Properly Paint Wood Paneling?
My wife and I are closing on a house tomorrow, and we want to give our living room a fresh look by painting the wood paneling white. What's…