Painting rusted metal windows takes time and patience. If you do it right, it will last a long time. Painting old metal window frames that are rusted and stuck with decades-old glaze is not for the faint of heart, but can be done. Mary from Magnolia Springs, Ala., lives in her grandparents’ 1941 home and … Read more
If you want to give your concrete porch some extra flair, paint a pattern on it! Using a stencil makes this a do-it-yourself friendly project. You don’t need special skills or tools to tackle this project, but do you need patience and time, because attention to detail is a must! Materials Needed Stencil kit Paint … Read more
Ingredients are key when it comes to purchasing good-quality paint. A thin film of good paint, only a few thousandths of an inch thick, protects, seals, hides, decorates and is not hazardous to the user. It gives surfaces long-term protection at a very moderate price, for some. It’s in millions of homes and businesses, in … Read more
If you’re like most people, your home is the single biggest investment that you will make in a lifetime. Therefore, it makes good sense to do everything that you can to take good care of this prized possession. People who get the best return on their investment – when it comes time to sell – … Read more
Bill Taylor’s garage has never looked better. He transformed the floor into an automobile showroom with Terrazzo™ stone coating. “My expectation for this product included a professional look after completion, a slip-resistant finish, and long-lasting beauty,” says Taylor, a Kentucky resident. “So far my expectations have been met.” Terrazzo: Up to the Test While Taylor just … Read more
Terrazzo™, a decorative granite resurfacer product from Daich Coatings, has won a 2021 Pro Tool Innovation Award in the category of “Paints, Primers and Coatings.” A diverse panel of judges made up of contractors, construction business owners, tradesmen, and media professionals came together to vote on the most innovative construction and outdoor power equipment industry … Read more
In this episode, we’re focusing on improving the exterior design of Chelsea’s ranch-style home. Several months ago, Chelsea and her husband Brandon bought a mid-century house. They have already done some minor updates before moving in with their three children, Gus, Mary Helen and Lucy. Now that they have been living in the home for … Read more