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Flood Cleanup: Removing Mold and Moisture

Floodwater can cause significant damage. Find tips on how to remove standing water, excess moisture, mold and mildew after a flood. 
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  • Spray Paint

    Can You Spray Paint Wood?

    When you spray paint wood, you can give furniture and other objects a fresh new look. Learn how to complete a wood painting project.
  • Paint

    Exterior House Painting Tips

    Get tips on how to refresh your home’s exterior with a fresh coat of paint.

  • Wood Care

    How To Apply Wood Stain

    Learn how to stain wood, choose the right stain and topcoat for your project and other tips to help you achieve great results.

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    Using a brush to apply gel stain to a wooden staircase railing.

    How To Use Gel Stain

    Discover how gel stain’s thick formula beautifies surfaces without dripping or running.

    Wood Care

    A push mower on an overgrown lawn.

    How To Paint A Tractor Or Lawn Mower

    Restore your mower or tractor’s appearance with a fresh coat of paint. 

    Spray Paint

    How to unclog a spray can

    How To Unclog Spray Paint Cans

    Learn how to prevent your spray paint can from clogging and get tips for unclogging cans.

    Spray Paint

    A couch and chair in front of a sage green wall.

    What Is The Best Paint Sheen For My Space?

    Choose the right paint sheen for your surface with these helpful insights.

    Paint

    Safety Solutions: How To Prevent Workplace Hazards

    Reduce risks in the workplace with safety solutions designed for floors, stairs, roofs and more.

    Floors

    A home’s porch and a red front door.

    How To Paint A Door

    Refresh your home’s appearance inside or out with a new coat of door paint.

     

    Paint

    A gloved hand applying wood bleach with a sponge.

    How Do You Bleach Wood?

    Learn how to bleach wood to give old or discolored surfaces a new look. 

    Wood Care

    Two flower vases painted with green and copper color shifting paint

    What Is Color Shifting Spray Paint?

    Discover how color shifting spray paint lets a single object change color in different light.

    Spray Paint

    A blue nightstand with gold handles next to a bed.

    How To Refinish Furniture From Thrift Stores

    Find tips for buying and refinishing secondhand furniture.

    Spray Paint

    Three wooden lanterns holding candles on top of an outdoor wooden table

    What’s The Best Wood Stain Or Wood Sealer For My Project?

    Learn how to choose the best wood stain or sealant for different indoor and outdoor surfaces.

    Wood Care

    A green storage shed in front of green, leafy trees.

    Go Away Green And Blending Blue: Colors That Make Objects Disappear

    Make less attractive objects fade from view with paint color strategies commonly used in theme parks.

    Paint

    A person standing on a roof mat.

    How To Clean And Maintain Safety Mats

    Learn how to clean and maintain safety mats in the workplace.

    Floors

    Gray and white kitchen island with seating

    How To Complete A Kitchen Makeover On A Budget

    Save money on a kitchen makeover by painting cabinets, countertops, floors, appliances and more.

    Kitchen

    A woman opening a black freezer with a gold handle.

    How To Paint A Refrigerator

    Paint your refrigerator and other appliances to give them a fresh look without the cost of replacement.

    Kitchen

    Spray paint for outdoor furniture

    How To Prevent Spray Paint Cracks, Wrinkles and Bubbles

    Learn how to prevent and remove spray paint cracks, wrinkles and bubbles to help ensure a great-looking finish.

    Spray Paint

    Golden Mirror

    How To Update Your Fireplace Mantel Décor For The Holidays

    Give your fireplace mantel a seasonal update with DIY décor. See how spray paint can make your mantel décor look its best.   

    Spray Paint

    A blue wall behind a bed and white nightstand.

    What Is Water-Based Paint?

    Learn about some of the benefits of water-based paint and what surfaces it’s commonly used on.

    Paint

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