Interior Painting

The right coat of paint can easily elevate any room in the house. Whether you want to create an eye-catching focal wall or a soothing spa-like experience for the bathroom, we’ve got you covered. We’ll help you tackle your next painting project, from choosing the right color to hiring a pro.

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Man pouring paint into tray
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From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Drawers painted in blue with chalk paint
May 14, 2025
May 14, 2025
Refurbishing furniture with chalk paint brings new life to a piece. Learn how much it costs to paint furniture with chalk paint based on size and complexity.
Close-up of painter’s hand pouring white paint into a bucket, preparing for an exterior painting project.
Apr 23, 2025
Apr 23, 2025
How much is a gallon of paint? Whether latex or oil-based, spray paint, primer, shellac, or lacquer, we’ll tell you what price to expect.
Handyperson using a wall scraper to remove texture from a wall
May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025
The cost to remove texture from walls depends on square footage and the type of texture. Learn all the factors that will impact your budget in this guide.
Man washing brush blue paint
May 14, 2025
May 14, 2025
Understand the differences between mineral spirits versus paint thinner before you start your next painting project. Learn which paint thinner is best for you.
A couple looks at paint options in their new apartment
May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025
Need to choose between paint finishes? Learn the differences between satin versus semi-gloss paint to decide which is best for your project
luxurious baroque style living room
May 8, 2025
May 8, 2025
Doing your due diligence and asking the right questions when hiring an interior painting contractor can save you a lot of stress and help ensure a job well done.
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Painting white wall
Wondering how much it costs to stripe a parking lot? Learn about average prices, key cost factors, and tips to save on your next parking lot striping project.
Handyman on a ladder drilling window trim
Discover the cost to install window trim. Learn about price factors, labor, materials, and tips to save on your window trim installation project.
Family making breakfast in kitchenette
Wondering about the cost to paint a kitchen? Discover prices, key cost factors, and tips to help you budget for your kitchen painting project.
A woman painting a mural on a wall
How much does a mural cost? Discover mural prices, key cost factors, and tips to help you budget your mural project with confidence.
Paint samples on the living wall of an apartment
The right paint color can brighten and enlarge the appearance of any room. Read our guide to the best paint colors that make a room look bigger.
A kitchen in newly constructed home
Knowing how to paint tile backsplash adds a new dimension to your DIY bag of tricks. Transform your kitchen by following these simple steps.
Brightly bedroom beside window
If your room is falling flat, learning how to texture walls will help bring dimension to your space. Get to know all the different options and how to do them yourself.
Painter spraying paint on crown moulding
Learning how to do a knockdown texture yourself can be a challenging, messy process. Learn the steps required, then decide whether to DIY or hire a pro.
An empty large garage
When selecting the best paint for garage walls and ceilings, consider aesthetics, durability, ease of cleaning, and conditions in the space.
Basement white cabinet black couch
You can paint your basement ceiling to brighten up a dark space while leaving the beams open, but you won’t get added insulation. There are the pros and cons of painting a basement ceiling.
Woman painting a wall
If you’re painting your home and wondering, “How much paint do I need for my project?” there’s a simple math equation you can do to find the answer.
A couple picks paint colors
If you’re painting the interior of your home, you may be seeking a complementary color for the walls. Check out these paint colors that go with white trim.