Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of experience in the home space and 10 years of editing experience. Changing up the paint color of a room is a quick and easy ...

The first question to ask yourself even before you pick up a paintbrush is: How do I choose a paint color? Head to your home center or paint store and have them mix three or four color samples for you ...

Taking the time to plan your project will save you both time and money in the long run. Invest in a good quality angle sash brush for cutting in and detail work. When painting your walls, paint around ...

An apartment in Seattle’s North Capitol Hill neighborhood has a “Love U” message written on the ceiling of a dining room—you just can’t see it. Interior designer and principal at Le Whit, Liza Curtiss ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A small lounge area with gold leafing on the ceiling Paint tricks for low ceilings can help make a room feel larger and more open, ...

Many rooms and hallways have ceiling-mounted light fixtures, which are difficult to neatly paint around, unless you employ this simple strategy: Unscrew and lower the fixture’s canopy, which is the ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...