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Painting Reverse Board-and-Batten Siding
A device that makes painting the grooves of reverse board-and-batten siding less tricky.
What's the Difference: Paintable Caulks and Sealants
Interior vs. exterior
Painting Trim the Right Way
A pro painter shares 8 essential steps to get a smooth, blemish-free finish when painting molding.
More Caulk on Storage
Your tip on a caulk station (FHB #244) got me thinking about the ways I work with caulk. For short-term storage—up to two weeks—I clean the tip of the open…
Protect Oil-Based Putty with…Water?
Even with the lids tightly sealed, oil-based putties such as plumber’s putty, colored wood filler, and glazing compound dry out before I can use up the whole container. I learned…
Paint a Room Series: Washing Your Walls
Learn how to properly wash interior walls for a professional interior paint job.
What's the Difference: Stone Sealers
Impregnating, Topical, and Enhancing
Torture Test: Paint Strippers
Safer products get the job done, but unfortunately, the fastest are the most toxic.
Identifying an Existing Floor Finish
Q: I just moved into a new house with hardwood floors throughout. I’ve heard that it’s important to tailor cleaning methods to the type of finish on the floor, but…
Pro Tips for Deck Refinishing
Use this foolproof strategy to rescue a worn, weather-beaten deck.

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