Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Winter isn't ideal for an exterior painting project, but that doesn't mean you can't do it. Discover our expert's top advice to successfully paint your home this winter. Whether you want to touch up ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Many people, including me, have painted their kitchen cabinets and been perfectly happy with the results. Painting cabinets sounds old school compared to today’s emphasis on tearing out the kitchen ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Key Points Painting cabinets can take several days or weekends, including 24 to 72 hours for drying.Proper prep is essential ...

Though the term is used interchangeably with oil-based paints for most practical purposes, alkyd paints are actually not oil-based but alkyd resins mixed in some sort of thinner. When most people ...

Whether you want to touch up the deck and fences, paint the front door, or update the siding with a fresh coat, you can tackle those exterior painting projects before winter is over. However, it's ...