Did you know that when it comes to painting furniture, one of the most important elements in the quest to achieve the perfect, professional finish happens before you even pick up a paintbrush?

What is it about DIY furniture makeovers that seem so intimidating? You've been meaning to dress up that old dresser, wooden chair, or boring bar stool for a while now, but you're not even sure where ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Before you toss out an old piece of wood furniture, consider giving it new life with a fresh coat of paint; but it might be time to put down ...

Painting is the fastest way to turn flat-pack pieces into custom-looking furniture, and IKEA’s simple lines make it especially forgiving for DIYers. With the right prep, products, and inspiration, you ...

Chalky paint is a hit with DIYers and people who refurbish and refinish old furniture. Not sure if your dresser has an oil- or latex-based finish? Don't know if it's stain, lacquer, shellac or ...

One of the easiest ways to give an old piece of furniture a fresh new look is by painting it. But if you’re not a painting professional or are new to the challenging world of DIY, painting furniture ...

Don't give up on painting your laminate furniture just because it seems nothing could stick to the glossy laminate surface. Use this simple guide to change it to the color you want. Laminate furniture ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. When it comes to furniture, a fresh coat of paint can be all ...

In terms of rooms to redo in a home, living rooms can take shape pretty quickly once you pick the perfect color of paint.

At every talk I give on downsizing, the subject of handing furniture off to grown kids comes up. And every time I deliver the bad news: The kids don’t want your stuff. Invariably, parents moan and ...