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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets (Steps Most People Skip)
How to paint kitchen cabinets that actually last: the prep most tutorials skip, the right primer, and why the $40 jump to cabinet enamel pays off for years.
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Best Paint Roller for Smooth Walls (2026 Buying Guide)
The right paint roller gives a brush-mark-free finish on smooth walls. Top rollers, nap sizes, frames, and what to avoid for a professional finish.
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How Long Does Exterior Paint Last? (And Signs It Needs Redoing)
Exterior paint should last 7-15 years depending on material, climate, and prep work. When to repaint, what reduces lifespan, and how to make it last longer.
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Latex vs Oil Based Paint (How to Choose the Right One)
Latex dries in 2-4 hours and cleans up with soap and water. Oil based lasts longer on trim and bare wood. Here is exactly when to use each and what to avoid.
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Best Paint Sprayer for DIY (4 Picks for Every Budget)
Best DIY paint sprayers from $145 to $529: Graco Magnum X5 wins for most homeowners, Wagner FLEXiO 3500 for beginners. Match the sprayer to your project.
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What Type of Paint for Bathroom Walls? (A Practical Guide)
Bathroom paint has to handle steam, splashes, and mildew without peeling. Exactly what type of paint to use, plus the prep steps that make it last 10+ years.
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How to Paint Over Dark Walls With Light Color
Dark walls bleed through light paint for 3-4 coats unless you use a gray-tinted primer first. That one swap cuts the job in half.
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How to Paint a Room Without Brush Marks
Brush and roller marks ruin an otherwise good paint job. The pro techniques that eliminate them, paint choice, tools, and the specific stroke pattern that works.
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How to Fix Paint That Is Peeling Off a Wall
Peeling paint has 5 specific causes, and the fix only works if you address the right one. Diagnose your peel and learn the right repair technique.
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