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Goodbye Honey Oak: Paint Your Dated Wood Cabinets This Bold Color For A Stunning New Look

staff@housedigest.com (Kyle Schurman) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If your honey oak kitchen cabinets are feeling a little too reminiscent of decades past, a bold coat of paint can give them a fresh look without replacing them.

Gardener Transforms Scrap Paper And Cement Into A Rustic Planter With An Impressive DIY

staff@housedigest.com (Buffy Naillon) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Large planters don't come cheap. Thankfully, you can make your own using paper destined for the trash, along with concrete, Styrofoam, and a plastic flower pot.

12 Brands You Didn't Realize Were Owned By Sherwin Williams

staff@housedigest.com (Baylee Bunce) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Sherwin-Williams is not just the largest paint company in the world - it's also the owner of more than 30 other brands, many of which are just as recognizable.

Professional Painters Wear All-White Clothing For A Reason

staff@housedigest.com (Sarah Grossbart) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:30:00 +0000

It may seem counterintuitive for painters to wear white when they're slapping colors on the walls, but the tradition began when white was the most used color.

Skip The Chemicals: This Grocery Store Item Can Be Used As A Natural Wood Stain

staff@housedigest.com (Lauren LaMore) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Commercial wood stains emit harmful VOCs when wet. Avoid the safety issues by DIYing your own stain using a vegetable that's probably in your fridge right now.

Don't Toss Old Bed Frames — Turn Them Into Functional Storage Shelves

staff@housedigest.com (Catherine Nyorani) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

An old solid wood bed frame is a gold mine of high-quality timber you can repurpose into all sorts of things for your home, including cute wall-mounted shelves.

The Mess-Free Amazon Find To Replace Painter's Tape

staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Painter's tape gets you those sharp lines. This product, described as a time saver, takes that specialized tape and combines it with another painting essential.

Painting Your Room Is Supposed To Be A Cheap Makeover. It's Not.

staff@housedigest.com (Charlotte D. Miller) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Between the paint, the rollers, the tape, and more, painting isn't actually the low-budget makeover it's touted to be. There are better, cheaper alternatives.

Is Painters' Tape Waterproof?

staff@housedigest.com (Meadow St. Clair) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Painter's tape can encounter plenty of moisture during indoor and outdoor projects. But can it actually withstand water without peeling or losing its seal?

Skip The Furniture Store And Easily DIY A Sleek Industrial Coffee Table Using Concrete Blocks

staff@housedigest.com (Meadow St. Clair) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0000

At around $2 each, concrete blocks are a super affordable way to build some new furniture, including a contemporary bespoke coffee table for your living room.

This Clever DIY Turns Old Buckets Lids Into The Cutest Side Table

staff@housedigest.com (Charlotte D. Miller) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0000

If your plastic bucket has a hole in it but the lid is still in perfect condition, you need just a few more affordable supplies to craft a stunning side table.

What's The Difference Between Purple And Yellow Painter's Tape?

staff@housedigest.com (Sarah Grossbart) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:40:00 +0000

Painter's tape comes in an array of hues. You already know what blue tape is used for, but did you know that yellow and purple tape have different applications?

Keep Painter's Tape Straight With This Clever Trick

staff@housedigest.com (Alyssa H.) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000

It can be tricky creating level lines with painter's tape while ensuring that it's smooth and secure, but a simple hack will keep your paint where you want it.

Orange Vs Green Painter's Tape: What's The Difference?

staff@housedigest.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Painter's tape comes in an array of hues, including orange and green varieties. Choosing the wrong color can negatively impact your home painting project.

Why Your Painter's Tape Isn't Sticking To The Wall (& How To Make It Work)

staff@housedigest.com (Barbara Pavone) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:30:00 +0000

If you're pulling your hair out trying to get tape to stick to your walls so that you can paint, here are a few tips and tricks to help you troubleshoot.

Two Home Improvement Staples You Can Use Instead Of Painter's Tape

staff@housedigest.com (Chloe O'Donnell) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Possibly save a little money and get much cleaner lines when you paint on walls with this hack that is especially helpful for painting on bumpy surfaces.

No More Framed Pictures: The Creative Way To Add Bold Charm To A Bathroom

staff@housedigest.com (Nala Ortiz) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Decorating a bathroom with pictures can work but you need to account for moisture. That's not the case with this artful idea, which becomes part of the room.

Not Tea Or Coffee: The Colorful Kitchen Scrap You Could Be Using As A Natural Wood Stain

staff@housedigest.com (Chloe O'Donnell) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Every good home chef keeps a bowl of these on their countertop -- and any woodworker should be thrilled to repurpose the rinds into a charming pinkish stain.

Purple Vs Blue Painter's Tape: What's The Difference?

staff@housedigest.com (Masie O'Toole) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The color of painter's tape can tell you more than you might expect. Here's what to know before choosing between two popular options.

Not Onion Skins: The Berry You Can Use For A Bold Wood Stain

staff@housedigest.com (Catherine Nyorani) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000

One everyday ingredient can give unfinished wood a unique splash of natural color without relying on conventional stains or synthetic finishes.