DIY Paintings

How to Remove Spray Paint from Concrete

Cleaning spray paint from concrete may be cumbersome, especially if combined with other dried stains or contaminated materials. Stripping undercoat or single-layer paint is even more challenging. At times, you may even find yourself dislodging…


How Many Coats of Paint on the Ceiling?

When it comes to painting a ceiling, many homeowners and DIY enthusiasts often wonder, “How many coats of paint on the ceiling are necessary?” Whether you’re giving your room a fresh look or renovating your…


How to Paint Wood Texture with Acrylics

Painting wood texture with acrylics may at times be a cumbersome task if the wrong approach is undertaken. You may even be willing to coat wooden structure with acrylics or intends to restore your previously…


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How to Use TSP Before Painting

TSP (Na3PO4 – Trisodium Phosphate) is a detergent (an all-purpose cleaner) to clean wood, masonry, drywall, and plaster that also leads to skin burns. You can use it for emergency cleaning, such as in removing…


Does Alcohol Remove Paint?

Perhaps you have some alcohol you’re wondering does alcohol removes paint from various surfaces. Can it cause stains in the application process or even destroy the material if used in whichever quantities? So, does alcohol…


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How to Remove Paint from Brick

Whether it’s concrete walls paint, acrylic, or latex paint, proper procedure, and thinning chemicals should be used to attain excellent paint removal from Brick. On how to remove paint from brick; use either Trisodium phosphate (TSP),…


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Is It Better To Sand Or Strip Wood Deck?

Both sanding and stripping are viable options for restoring the deck’s beauty and preparing it for a fresh finish, but they have distinct differences and varying levels of effectiveness. In this article, we’ll explore the…


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How to Remove Paint from Metal Door

In this guide, I’ll show you how to remove paint from the metal door – paint that maybe landed there on purpose or from errant paint drips and splatters.   Water and soap definitely won’t…


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Can You Paint Over Rust?

Well, YES, you can effectively spray paint over rust. But treat the rusted metal surfaces (using a wire brush), clean with a lint-free rag, sand gently, and clean with water plus soap before painting. Painting…


How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets without Sanding

Painting cabinets is a common activity carried out during paint restoration or new coat application in homes of commercial places. Whether it’s a kitchen cabinet or a wardrobe, sanding affects the finish outlook upon paint…