50 brilliant paint colors—see how they look in real rooms.
Click through our photo slideshow of favorite color combinations—from sophisticated neutrals to unexpected bolds.
These serene palettes shock prim English colors out of their comfort zones.
Unusual trim-and-siding combos that are distinguished and still neighborly.
The of-the-moment paint combinations decorators are loving now.
Figure out how much paint you need for your next project with our interactive tool.
Brighten up your bookcase in one DIY weekend.
floor-stenciling for beginners
Bathe a tired wood floor in vibrant, graphic patterns with this early-American decorating technique.
Step-by-step instructions for sanding, priming and painting wood furniture.
This assembly-required corner workstation looks more Scandinavian with a warm white paint job.
Make every entrance a bit grander with this fanciful stripe.
Why should Tom Sawyer have all the fun? Your step-by-step guide to whitewashing.
VOC-free lime wash yields a gorgeous, sun-kissed stucco look that's been prized for centuries.
Paint your own wallpaper for a quick, inexpensive remedy for a bland space.
Wait! Before you repaint, make time for this crucial preparatory step.
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