Limewashing a Brick Fireplace vs Painting, Whitewashing, and German Schmear
If you have a natural brick fireplace making your living room feel a bit drab, you've probably considered a variety of techniques to br...
22
Jul
Farmhouse Trends
15
Jul
How to Paint Glass the Easy Way
The basic method for painting glass is simple and consistent. Whether you're wondering how to paint glass jars, glass bottles, or even ...
08
Jul
The 10 Best Farmhouse Coffee Tables (For Any Budget)
I've chosen a wide selection of best-selling coffee tables that will fit beautifully into farmhouse-style spaces. I've also shopped aro...
29
Jun
The Best Patina Paint Brands and Techniques
The natural patina that develops on old metal has become a popular finish for everything from wooden dressers to metal candlesticks. A ...
22
Jun
Information on the best no-VOC, eco-friendly, baby-safe paint brands
Whether you are painting a nursery, refinishing a piece of furniture, or in need of finger-paints for young children, it’s important to...
15
Jun
Yellowing Polyurethane: What causes it and some simple solutions
Oil-based polyurethane is commonly known to yellow. This article is about water-based polyurethanes and polyacrylics.Recently I was try...
08
Jun
A side-by-side comparison: mineral paint vs. chalk paint
Mineral Paint
Chalk Paint
Ideal for
Furniture, fabric, crafts, home decor
Furniture, fabric, crafts, home decor
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20
May
What is limewash?
Limewash is an aged mixture of salt, hydrated (also called slaked) lime, mineral based pigments and water. It can be applied to a varie...
13
May
The Complete Guide to Lime Paint: What it is, How to apply it, and Where to buy it
Before we begin, I want to specify that this article is about interior lime paint for walls and ceilings. If you’re looking for limewas...
04
May
Everything You Need to Know about Limewash Paint
Table of Contents
What is limewash paint?
What surfaces can you use it on?
How do you use limewash paint?
Is it easy to...
15
Apr
Lime pastes, paints, and powders: The unique features of each limewash paint on the market
Slaked lime has been used for centuries to create paints and washes for brick, stone, wood, and other porous materials. In today’s mark...