

12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100
A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some...


9 Essential Tips for Painting Furniture
Transform the look of a chair, table or dresser with these DIY tips on how to paint furniture.

The Best Basement Paint Colors to Bring the Downstairs to Life
Turn your downstairs space into a cozy retreat with these fresh and inviting best basement paint colors.


How to Fix Paint Drips
Don't let paint drips get you down! For a flawless finish, save your paint job by tackling unsightly drips or...

DIY Dictionary: Tack Cloth
What's a tack cloth? A tack cloth or tack rag is a lint-free material—often gauze-like—impregnated with a tacky substance used...


Before and After Spray Paint Photos That Will Blow You Away
Looking for an easy DIY project? You won't believe these before-and-after spray paint photos!


Tips for Touching Up Wall Paint
Are your walls showing signs of wear and tear? Refresh your room with a quick paint touch-up in three easy...

9 Best Interior Paint Colors
Interior designers and color experts agree: If you want a top color for your interior, turn to nature.

10 Bad DIY Habits You Need to Stop Doing Immediately
These bad DIY habits might be costing you more than just time and money.


How to Paint a Room in 10 Easy Steps
Read on as we walk you through all the steps, from choosing the paint to cleaning up when you're done.


7 Best Paints for an Outdoor Fence
Is your weather-worn fence ready for a makeover? From white picket to rugged cedar, here are the top-rated paints for...


Best Mold and Mildew Resistant Paints
Moisture creates a breeding ground for unhealthy mold and mildew. Here are the best mold- and mildew-resistant paints to use...

8 Garage Paint Ideas For the Floor, Door and Interior Walls
Want to upgrade your garage? Check out these clever garage paint ideas for your garage door, floor and walls.


Why Is My Paint Bubbling and How Do I Fix It?
This unsightly flaw can ruin interior and exterior paint jobs. Learn about the most common causes of paint bubbling and...


8 Common Painting Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Don't get tripped up by these rookie errors the next time you break out the brushes for an interior or...


The 7 Best Paint Strippers and Removers of 2025
Get the answers to your questions about the best paint strippers—what they are, how they work and which are best...

Best Paint Buckets With Handheld Options to For the Perfect Painting Job!
Discover what professional housepainters have known for years: Paint buckets can save you time and effort on your next painting...


The 6 Best Paint Rollers of 2025
It's the fuzziest tool in your DIY stash, and we'll help you choose the right paint roller and cover for...


How to Finish and Protect your Chalk Paint Projects
With the ease and versatility of all the chalk and refinishing paints on the market, it can be an easy...

24 DIY Kitchen Cabinet Painting Tips and Techniques
If you want to upgrade your kitchen without spending a lot of money, knowing how to paint kitchen cabinets is...

Indoor Painting Tips & Techniques
Use these tips for how to paint interior walls to make your painting projects go faster and smoother.


11 Painting Shortcuts That Do More Harm Than Good
All painting projects, large or small, require diligent preparation and attention to detail. Taking shortcuts leads to a disappointing paint...


10-Minute House Repair and Home Maintenance Tips
Simple fixes to household headaches that take 10 minutes or less — these home repairs are quick and easy.


We Tried Benjamin Moore’s 2021 Paint Color of the Year
Aegean Teal caught the attention of our team here at Family Handyman. Here's why we love it.

Compare All the Paint Colors of the Year for 2024
All there is to know and love about this year's crop of paint Colors of the Year, plus ideas on...


Living Room Paint Ideas Guaranteed to Transform Your Space
Trade out the old for something new and modern. These living room paint ideas are guaranteed to transform your space.


The Best Colors for Small Bathrooms
These are the top paint color choices for making a small bathroom look bigger.


9 New Paint Colors and Trends in 2022
Is it time to repaint your house? Here are the top up-and-coming trends recommended by industry pros.

How to Choose and Use Primer
Solve common paint coverage problems with these expert tips for choosing and using primer