Painting Maintenance

Our painting maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.

How Deck Stain Protects Wood, and How to Choose the Right One

Different deck stains offer varying levels of protection. Find out which option is the best to protect your deck.

Are you dealing with a stubborn paint stain on your concrete patio or driveway? Learn how to remove paint from concrete in this guide.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor how to handle chips in porcelain surfaces.

If paint has dried on your paintbrush, you don't need to run to the hardware store to buy a new one. Learn how to clean it here.

A paint spill doesn't have to be a permanent problem. In this guide, we explain how to remove paint from a variety of different surfaces.

Learn what causes the peskiest paint problems—and how to fix and avoid them in the future.

In this edition of DIY Smarts, Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique teaches a homeowner how to restain her mahogany deck.

These three hints can help you prolong your brush’s life and save some wear and tear

Peeling paint can stem from incompatible paints, moisture, or poor surface preparation. Learn how to fix peeling paint in this guide.

It may be tempting to replace old plaster, but you can preserve the beauty and integrity of your walls by following these tips to patch it.

Keep your spray paint flowing with this revival technique

How the pros manage to paint windows without making a mess of the glass

For the perfect paint job, invest in the best.

Clear coats are a great way to improve the look and durability of wood, metal, and concrete surfaces in your home. Read this guide for ideas.