Atmospheric sky-blues and blue-greens are classic choices for Southerners, particularly on the ceilings of porches and patios throughout the region. This family of breezy, beautiful blues feels at ...

Roof leaks, overflowing sinks, tobacco smoke and big spills can all leave ugly ceiling stains or dinginess that is impossible to conceal with plain old paint. But cover the stain with a coat of ...

Paint tricks for low ceilings can help make a room feel larger and more open, or more cozy and intimate, without feeling claustrophobic. Just by smartly using color, you can create the illusion of ...

Color capping adds an elegant touch to any room, often uplifting the space and drawing visual attention to the frequently ...

There's nothing quite like a fresh coat of paint to make a room feel like new, but how many people feel comfortable and confident about painting a room themselves? The process can seem tedious, time ...

Q: I have a popcorn ceiling that has been stained a rust and oil color when a cast-iron pipe leaked. The ceiling is more than 40 years old but is still in perfect condition. I do not know whether ...

Precious spare time in July and August is usually reserved for all things outdoors, so DIY chores aren't always top of the agenda. Worthwhile interiors updates have got to be big impact projects that ...

Believe me, you're not alone. These atriums and "great rooms" are designed to wow homebuyers, but homeowners are often less thrilled when they realize that routine maintenance and painting in these ...

Q:We have a "popcorn" ceiling that hasn't been painted for more than two decades, and, although it looks fairly stable, it seems to be dropping powder, which we fear could be asbestos. We would like ...

I have a beautiful apartment but the ceiling is very low. I recently painted the place Benjamin Moore White Blush diluted down to make it even lighter. It is a cream like color. The old paint on the ...