Before you begin painting your ceiling, Vaamonde suggests moving as much furniture as possible from the room. Large pieces, however, can be pushed to the center of the room and covered completely with ...

When you think about painting a room, chances are you’re picturing giving your walls a refresh, or a makeover in a new color. But ceilings are a different type of canvas—one that can change the ...

Roof leaks, overflowing sinks, tobacco smoke and big spills can all leave ugly ceiling stains or dinginess that is impossible to conceal with plain old paint. But cover the stain with a coat of ...

Think light and bright—and break out the paint brush!

From prepping walls to mastering trim and ceilings, pro painter Juan Torres offers tips to help homeowners achieve ...

Feeling cramped? Paint your ceiling to match the color of the walls to make a living space look as if it expanded several times its size. For those unfamiliar with color drenching, it’s a painting ...

Believe me, you're not alone. These atriums and "great rooms" are designed to wow homebuyers, but homeowners are often less thrilled when they realize that routine maintenance and painting in these ...

In the Victorian era, ceiling medallions were an important part of home decor, often used as the base for light fixtures and always giving the rooms they occupied a sense of elegance. You can still ...

Taking the time to plan your project will save you both time and money in the long run. Invest in a good quality angle sash brush for cutting in and detail work. When painting your walls, paint around ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...