Paints and Finishes - Page 10 of 36

Finish Fix for a Varnished Door
Expert wood-finisher Peter Gedrys offers advice for maintaining and refreshing aging spar varnish on an exterior wood door.
Clean Oil-Based Finish From a Brush
Leaving paint on a brush can ruin it—here’s how to clean brushes the right way.
Simple Way to Keep Spray Paint Spraying
Don't waste paint by clearing the nozzle after every use–do this instead.
Choose the Right Primer for Your Next Painting Project
Get the lowdown on the four most common formulations, and an overview of specialty primers for every possible substrate and situation, so you can find the right product for the job.
Make Your Own Wallpaper-Hanging Tools
Turn old plastic buckets into pro-level wallpaper smoothers that are faster and safer to use than their store-bought counterparts.
Why I Build: Graeme Clohosey, Painter
A master painter and business owner describes how he constantly strives to elevate the level of excellence in his work.
Fine Homebuilding and Benjamin Moore Recognize the 2018 ProPaint Award Winners
In partnership with Benjamin Moore, Fine Homebuilding names the winners in our Pro Paint awards contest.
Podcast Episode 116 — Math and Metrics
Pre-stain conditioner, tape measures, drywall, lally columns, passive houses, and stairs.
Podcast Episode 112 — How to Hire a Contractor
Primers, sealers, paints, sprayers, and rollers; soapstone and concrete countertops; greenwashing and the true costs of net-zero homes; and woodworking and rocking chairs.
Podcast Episode 101 — Cabinet Door, Hot Water, Deck, and Wood Repair Questions
Lumber, trim, deck ledger flashing, wood rot, wood putty, dogs, and bacteria in the plumbing.

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