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  • Possible Paint Colors for the Bedroom

    I am working with American Express to redo my bedroom. This week they have provided me with 100,000 Membership Rewards…
  • DIY Painting Tips, Tricks, and a Step-by-Step Guide

    My dad was a handyman, and I grew up helping him. I've painted my home from top to bottom, as…
  • Martha Stewart Paint Colors

    I was informed today by Jules that the new line of Martha Stewart paint colors is now at The Home…
  • We’re Up To Something

    I've (maybe) chosen a new paint color for the kitchen. We're thinking of painting the walls next weekend. And the…
  • Paint Colors

    I've added a new section to the site where I'll list sources for various things used throughout my home. I've…
  • Working With Digital Paint Swatches

    Here's a question from my recent FAQ post. Nicole wrote: Maybe this is a silly question, but how did you…
  • FAQ, Painting

    DIY Painting Tips, Tricks, and a Step-by-Step Guide

    My dad was a handyman, and I grew up helping him. I’ve painted my home from top to bottom, as well as the houses and…

    March 9, 2010194 comments
  • Painting

    Martha Stewart Paint Colors

    I was informed today by Jules that the new line of Martha Stewart paint colors is now at The Home Depot. People, do you realize…

    March 3, 201077 comments
  • Kitchen, Office, Painting

    We’re Up To Something

    I’ve (maybe) chosen a new paint color for the kitchen. We’re thinking of painting the walls next weekend. And the trim. *Insert audible gasp here.*…

    December 28, 200940 comments
  • FAQ, Painting

    Paint Colors

    I’ve added a new section to the site where I’ll list sources for various things used throughout my home. I’ve started with paint colors, and…

    November 9, 200929 comments
  • FAQ, Painting

    Picking Perfect Pink Paint

    It’s no secret that pink is my favorite color, and I believe that pink can be a beautiful wall color when chosen well. Unfortunately, it’s…

    July 20, 200986 comments
  • Painting, Stairway

    Stairway Color

    I chose a color for the stairway: Campground from Behr. I’m painting this weekend, so we’ll see how it looks…

    November 3, 20076 comments
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