I have new bedding that is a dark brown and blue jacquard print and a matching ceiling light. All the furniture is dark brown. I don't want it to be too dark or too bright and I want the blue to pop in the bedding and not be washed out. I also haven't decided on carpet or ceiling color either. Its our first home and first real decorated bedroom so we want it to be perfect. Please anyone have ideas.Can someone help me with painting my bedroom? 2 long walls and 2 short walls. One window on each short wall.?
play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find something that you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin.com/visualizer/
I think the color called ';rice grain'; (# 6155) would look really great with the bedding that you describe.
You can also take a photo of your room %26amp; upload it to the makeover gallery on this website:
http://www.roomvues.com/
You can get color suggestions %26amp; they'll photoshop them onto your room so that you can get an idea of what it will look like.Can someone help me with painting my bedroom? 2 long walls and 2 short walls. One window on each short wall.?
ceiling=oyster white, trim = flower pot, wall=favorite tan. To define which carpet you shall use, read these short tips here http://www.bedroomdesign2008.info/jokes_鈥?/a>
I agree with the answer above, Have pale blue walls and then put like, brown canvases on them with blue things on. White ceiling and light or dark wood floor.
pale blue walls, dark wood floor, white ceiling
Saturday, February 27, 2010
I'm painting an interior wall (bedroom) and in some places, some of the paint was sticking .........?
.....and pulling off the old paint. What did I do wrong? How can I fix it? This just happened in a few spots on 2 of the walls.I'm painting an interior wall (bedroom) and in some places, some of the paint was sticking .........?
That meens you have an interior leak somewhere %26amp; the paint made it heavier, and glue like, and that makes the moist dry wall come off w/it, its been hiding there now. SURPRISE !!I'm painting an interior wall (bedroom) and in some places, some of the paint was sticking .........?
i cant help with your question, but whats funny is my cat looks JUST like your pic. She is all white and has diff colored eyes just like that. :] it looks pretty tight
Get some Killz Primer and roll it over the spot where the paint is sticking. Wait for it to dry and then try painting over the primer. the killz should seal any moisture and solve the problem.
I don't believe its your fault,there could be two reasons I know of. The walls may have gotten wet behind the existing paint or some one originally painted over grease and or dirt without cleaning and priming. You can take sand paper and go over the surfaces any real loose paint should just come off. Then I would prime the walls before I started painting.
That meens you have an interior leak somewhere %26amp; the paint made it heavier, and glue like, and that makes the moist dry wall come off w/it, its been hiding there now. SURPRISE !!I'm painting an interior wall (bedroom) and in some places, some of the paint was sticking .........?
i cant help with your question, but whats funny is my cat looks JUST like your pic. She is all white and has diff colored eyes just like that. :] it looks pretty tight
Get some Killz Primer and roll it over the spot where the paint is sticking. Wait for it to dry and then try painting over the primer. the killz should seal any moisture and solve the problem.
I don't believe its your fault,there could be two reasons I know of. The walls may have gotten wet behind the existing paint or some one originally painted over grease and or dirt without cleaning and priming. You can take sand paper and go over the surfaces any real loose paint should just come off. Then I would prime the walls before I started painting.
Where can I find stencils for painting a sports team logo on a wall?
I am looking for a big New York Yankees logo stencil to paint on a wall and a big New Jersey Devils logo to paint on a wall. It must be bigger than a couple of inches. Thanks!Where can I find stencils for painting a sports team logo on a wall?
Find the logo in a sports magazine, take it to KINKO and have the blow it up to the size you want using a heavier grade paper, trim the paper and, voila! A nice stencil!Where can I find stencils for painting a sports team logo on a wall?
CHECK OUT THE PAINT DEALERS OR BUILDER SUPPLIERS LIKE LOWES, ETC. CRAFT SHOPS ALSO HAVE THAT KIND OF STUFF. THEY MIGHT BE ABLE TO ORDER SOMETHING IF THEY DON'T CARRY IT.
Find the logo in a sports magazine, take it to KINKO and have the blow it up to the size you want using a heavier grade paper, trim the paper and, voila! A nice stencil!Where can I find stencils for painting a sports team logo on a wall?
CHECK OUT THE PAINT DEALERS OR BUILDER SUPPLIERS LIKE LOWES, ETC. CRAFT SHOPS ALSO HAVE THAT KIND OF STUFF. THEY MIGHT BE ABLE TO ORDER SOMETHING IF THEY DON'T CARRY IT.
Painting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
Once I've done his, all my other nieces %26amp; nephews will want the same. So I need a cheap option but something that will stay on there for a long time.Painting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
Frankly? It does not really matter. Regular wall paint with any artists acrylic or poster-paint mixed in for colour will do fine.
If you are painting on wallpaper or drywall it will make no difference what you used. After it has dried it will be as vulnerable as ever because the wallpaper itself is vulnerable.
As to cleaning... when was the last time you cleaned wallpaper? If they start painting on it themselves it makes no difference anyway.
If you want to go 'pro' you first prime your design with gesso and use on that what ever you'd use in your normal creative ventures. I have even seen murals done in colour pencil that were awesome. No protection on that either and it is 15 years old or so and is still as bright and clean as the first day.
On the other hand: It IS a childs bedroom. If you take that in consideration I'd at least stick to water soluable paints. Toxic or not isn't really relevant as dried paint will not be licked from the wall.... if they would do that you'd have other problems to consider I'd guess.
Good luck.Painting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
Acrylic will work good
One shot. Its the best. There is cheap, and there is good. I am sure you already know this as I assume you already paint. If you are doing 1 color disney types then whatever.if you are doing fades and blends, do yourself a favor, buy the good stuff.
Acrylic
When I've painted murals, I paint the background and any large objects with regular latex wall paint, and then use acrylic for adding details. The latex is nice and cheap, but you have to buy it in quantity so if you're just starting out it's hard to get all the colors you want (over time doing enough interior painting you build up a nice supply!). Acrylic is a little more expensive, but you can buy it in small amounts which is great when you just need a little tube of a certain color.
Rose
http://www.rosebriccetti.com
http://effartblog.blogspot.com
Acrylic
I've painted many, many murals in my lifetime...indoors and out. I use regular ole wall paint indoors and either house paint or concrete paint outdoors...depending on the surface. Some of my murals have been around for 20 years and still look fine.
Quite often, the paint store will have ';oops'; paint that is considerably cheaper!
Acrylic is the best thing to use! or you could try acura but its a little more expensive.
acrylic. its made of plastic and Im pretty sure the fumes aren't harmful. they are also inexpensive and you can buy them in very little amounts, but it depends on how much space you want to cover. if it is a large wall, you might want to try something else.
acrylic..coat it with an acrylic clear after it's dry.private myspace
Frankly? It does not really matter. Regular wall paint with any artists acrylic or poster-paint mixed in for colour will do fine.
If you are painting on wallpaper or drywall it will make no difference what you used. After it has dried it will be as vulnerable as ever because the wallpaper itself is vulnerable.
As to cleaning... when was the last time you cleaned wallpaper? If they start painting on it themselves it makes no difference anyway.
If you want to go 'pro' you first prime your design with gesso and use on that what ever you'd use in your normal creative ventures. I have even seen murals done in colour pencil that were awesome. No protection on that either and it is 15 years old or so and is still as bright and clean as the first day.
On the other hand: It IS a childs bedroom. If you take that in consideration I'd at least stick to water soluable paints. Toxic or not isn't really relevant as dried paint will not be licked from the wall.... if they would do that you'd have other problems to consider I'd guess.
Good luck.Painting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
Acrylic will work good
One shot. Its the best. There is cheap, and there is good. I am sure you already know this as I assume you already paint. If you are doing 1 color disney types then whatever.if you are doing fades and blends, do yourself a favor, buy the good stuff.
Acrylic
When I've painted murals, I paint the background and any large objects with regular latex wall paint, and then use acrylic for adding details. The latex is nice and cheap, but you have to buy it in quantity so if you're just starting out it's hard to get all the colors you want (over time doing enough interior painting you build up a nice supply!). Acrylic is a little more expensive, but you can buy it in small amounts which is great when you just need a little tube of a certain color.
Rose
http://www.rosebriccetti.com
http://effartblog.blogspot.com
Acrylic
I've painted many, many murals in my lifetime...indoors and out. I use regular ole wall paint indoors and either house paint or concrete paint outdoors...depending on the surface. Some of my murals have been around for 20 years and still look fine.
Quite often, the paint store will have ';oops'; paint that is considerably cheaper!
Acrylic is the best thing to use! or you could try acura but its a little more expensive.
acrylic. its made of plastic and Im pretty sure the fumes aren't harmful. they are also inexpensive and you can buy them in very little amounts, but it depends on how much space you want to cover. if it is a large wall, you might want to try something else.
acrylic..coat it with an acrylic clear after it's dry.
How would I go about painting what looks like sand on the bottom of a wall?
I want to have my bathroom with sand on bottom and sky on rest of the wall. How would I go about getting a sand like wall what tools or techniques could I use and what colors would you recommend.How would I go about painting what looks like sand on the bottom of a wall?
I used to ask this type of question , too. Years ago. Then I learned that
the only way to get the effect you want is to understand what you are seeing. Find the thing you want to depict and really study it; what is it you are actually seeing? Whatever you see you can paint.
I used to ask this type of question , too. Years ago. Then I learned that
the only way to get the effect you want is to understand what you are seeing. Find the thing you want to depict and really study it; what is it you are actually seeing? Whatever you see you can paint.
SIms 2: How do you put your painting on the wall?
okay so, i painted a painting on the easel. how do i get it on the wall? like... idk where to find it.SIms 2: How do you put your painting on the wall?
Once you finish a painting on the sims 2, it should go into your inventory, you can also choose a frame for it that goes with the colour of the wall.
Once you finish a painting on the sims 2, it should go into your inventory, you can also choose a frame for it that goes with the colour of the wall.
Painting a bedroom with a black wall?
hey im intrested in painting my bedroom with 3 walls white and 1 wall black, im just intrested in others peoples opinions over wether or not this would look good? thoughts please..Painting a bedroom with a black wall?
MY DAUGHTER WAS GOING TO DO SOMETHING SIMILAR. 1ST YOU HAVE TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU WANT TO PAINT OVER THAT BLACK WALL IT'S GOING TO BE MORE WORK. IS THIS FOR THE BLACK LIGHT EFFECT? THEN IT WOULD BE PRETTY COOL LOOKING WHEN THE LIGHT IS ON. IT IS ALL ON YOUR PERSONAL PREFERNCE AND IF YOU ARE ALLOWED TO DO IT. IF IT IS RENTLY PROPERTY THE OWNER WILL NOT BE HAPPY.Painting a bedroom with a black wall?
I had a black wall once and really did like it.
Put polka dots or stripes on it in glow in the dark colors for a really cool effect. Just stick with one wall though or you will feel like your are in a casket.
I think it is kinda creepy and will reduce the space of the bedroom
You have the right idea in that you don't want to paint too many of your walls black, b/c then your room would look a lot smaller than it is. Maybe you could do some sponging of a lighter shade on the black wall so it's not just a solid black and so that it doesn't stick out as much as it would alone.
I would also make whatever wall your bed will be against the wall that you paint black (if you didn't already think of that yourself!)
Just my opinions. Good luck!
It depends largely on the size of the room. Remember that dark colors make a space seem smaller and appear closer to you, so that one wall may appear ';closer'; to you.
When we decorate long halls, we put a pattern or a darker color on the facing wall at the end of the hall to bring it closer. I hope this makes sense!
Also darker colors will show any imperfections in the walls. If your wall is nicked or scratched, the black color will enhance it. As will a gloss, so go with a flat or satin sheen of paint.
Other than that, black will be fine!
MY DAUGHTER WAS GOING TO DO SOMETHING SIMILAR. 1ST YOU HAVE TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU WANT TO PAINT OVER THAT BLACK WALL IT'S GOING TO BE MORE WORK. IS THIS FOR THE BLACK LIGHT EFFECT? THEN IT WOULD BE PRETTY COOL LOOKING WHEN THE LIGHT IS ON. IT IS ALL ON YOUR PERSONAL PREFERNCE AND IF YOU ARE ALLOWED TO DO IT. IF IT IS RENTLY PROPERTY THE OWNER WILL NOT BE HAPPY.Painting a bedroom with a black wall?
I had a black wall once and really did like it.
Put polka dots or stripes on it in glow in the dark colors for a really cool effect. Just stick with one wall though or you will feel like your are in a casket.
I think it is kinda creepy and will reduce the space of the bedroom
You have the right idea in that you don't want to paint too many of your walls black, b/c then your room would look a lot smaller than it is. Maybe you could do some sponging of a lighter shade on the black wall so it's not just a solid black and so that it doesn't stick out as much as it would alone.
I would also make whatever wall your bed will be against the wall that you paint black (if you didn't already think of that yourself!)
Just my opinions. Good luck!
It depends largely on the size of the room. Remember that dark colors make a space seem smaller and appear closer to you, so that one wall may appear ';closer'; to you.
When we decorate long halls, we put a pattern or a darker color on the facing wall at the end of the hall to bring it closer. I hope this makes sense!
Also darker colors will show any imperfections in the walls. If your wall is nicked or scratched, the black color will enhance it. As will a gloss, so go with a flat or satin sheen of paint.
Other than that, black will be fine!
I need opinions on painting bathroom dark, bold color or with accent wall?
I am planning on painting my two bathrooms. One bathroom which is a half bath I'm thinking of painting 3 walls a dark red color then the 4th wall with horizontal stripes in the center red, black, and gray. The second bathroom I'm thinking of painting the two longest walls a navy blue, and the two shorter walls a dark beige. So my question is do you think this will come out okay, or should I stay away from dark colors in the bathroom?I need opinions on painting bathroom dark, bold color or with accent wall?
take some pictures and go to www.hgtv.com rate my space. People will give you really good advise, they wont ask you id you are depressed. I have all of my renovations there and it is really nice how people will react to what you have done or what you will be doing.There is nothing wrong with having different taste than most. Always remember dark paint will make room look smaller, but if you do an accent wall, it can look amazing. GOOD LUCK!!I need opinions on painting bathroom dark, bold color or with accent wall?
Given most bathroom lights have dim shades and don't have very large diameters (most of them focus on the mirror region), I don't think there would be too much problems with dark colors. The lighting is what generally sets the mood of the bathroom. Dark colors tend to work with dim lighting. I'm not too sure about horizontal stripes. I think solid coloring throughout, in addition to dim lighting, generally gives a bathroom a classier and calming mood. For example, by bathroom has dark beige walls with dim lighting. It's very relaxing.
that would be horrific, interior design is all a matter of personal style and taste so if thats what you want to do , go on and do it but dont expect anyone else to like it as believe me it sounds like a nightmare! if you decide to sell your house you will also have a lot of trouble as bold personal style puts people off. I think you should maybe get some advice from a diy or home decor store as your idea is really bad......sorry!
choosing colours is something u must like...but in my opinion shoosing colours which can make u feel comfort in the bathroom is better.colours like violet,blue alizarine,prussian blue,or even green with a little blue in it.for having more energy u can have some taches of different orange,yellow or even red .good luck.
It depends on the size of the rooms. Smaller rooms will feel like a small, dark cave if done with dark colors. Generally speaking, the lighter the color, the more spacious it will feel. You could do a light color on three walls and do a darker accent color or pattern to open up the room a bit.
u should go for light colours with perhaps a picture wall. In winter the bathroom will be dark and drab. I like my bathroom. Its vey important it looks amazing, clean lines and always inviting.
its best to paint d bathrooms a light colour because:
1~ it looks good
2~ it brightens up the bathroom
after that its your opinion girl,
Should be light colours. Are you depressed?
i think try it if u like it!
take some pictures and go to www.hgtv.com rate my space. People will give you really good advise, they wont ask you id you are depressed. I have all of my renovations there and it is really nice how people will react to what you have done or what you will be doing.There is nothing wrong with having different taste than most. Always remember dark paint will make room look smaller, but if you do an accent wall, it can look amazing. GOOD LUCK!!I need opinions on painting bathroom dark, bold color or with accent wall?
Given most bathroom lights have dim shades and don't have very large diameters (most of them focus on the mirror region), I don't think there would be too much problems with dark colors. The lighting is what generally sets the mood of the bathroom. Dark colors tend to work with dim lighting. I'm not too sure about horizontal stripes. I think solid coloring throughout, in addition to dim lighting, generally gives a bathroom a classier and calming mood. For example, by bathroom has dark beige walls with dim lighting. It's very relaxing.
that would be horrific, interior design is all a matter of personal style and taste so if thats what you want to do , go on and do it but dont expect anyone else to like it as believe me it sounds like a nightmare! if you decide to sell your house you will also have a lot of trouble as bold personal style puts people off. I think you should maybe get some advice from a diy or home decor store as your idea is really bad......sorry!
choosing colours is something u must like...but in my opinion shoosing colours which can make u feel comfort in the bathroom is better.colours like violet,blue alizarine,prussian blue,or even green with a little blue in it.for having more energy u can have some taches of different orange,yellow or even red .good luck.
It depends on the size of the rooms. Smaller rooms will feel like a small, dark cave if done with dark colors. Generally speaking, the lighter the color, the more spacious it will feel. You could do a light color on three walls and do a darker accent color or pattern to open up the room a bit.
u should go for light colours with perhaps a picture wall. In winter the bathroom will be dark and drab. I like my bathroom. Its vey important it looks amazing, clean lines and always inviting.
its best to paint d bathrooms a light colour because:
1~ it looks good
2~ it brightens up the bathroom
after that its your opinion girl,
Should be light colours. Are you depressed?
i think try it if u like it!
Any advice on painting wall paper?
Does anyone have suggestions on painting wall paper? Its in my bathroom and i can not take it down. How can i cover up?Any advice on painting wall paper?
Its best to use a waterbase primer ...Benjamin Moore has one called Fresh start. After the prime coat make sure wall paper is still tight then if so you can apply finsh coat. I just spec'd a large interior with this system. It works well. If the wallpaper paste is reactivated by the primer the wallpaper must be removed or you will end up with a huge messAny advice on painting wall paper?
I agree with sanding the seams and priming the wall paper, but if at all possible, I would remove the paper before painting. If you paint it and the paper later starts to peel, it will look horrible.
Sand down the seams so they don't make ridges in your paint job. Use a coat of Kilz to make sure the color doesn't bleed through the paint. Then apply finish coats of paint.
if you want to paint multi colors paint the wall the main color 1st then the secondary color let that dry and so on
Dont paint over the wall paper!
You really should remove the paper. It is not all that hard to remove and your end result will look so much better.
Its best to use a waterbase primer ...Benjamin Moore has one called Fresh start. After the prime coat make sure wall paper is still tight then if so you can apply finsh coat. I just spec'd a large interior with this system. It works well. If the wallpaper paste is reactivated by the primer the wallpaper must be removed or you will end up with a huge messAny advice on painting wall paper?
I agree with sanding the seams and priming the wall paper, but if at all possible, I would remove the paper before painting. If you paint it and the paper later starts to peel, it will look horrible.
Sand down the seams so they don't make ridges in your paint job. Use a coat of Kilz to make sure the color doesn't bleed through the paint. Then apply finish coats of paint.
if you want to paint multi colors paint the wall the main color 1st then the secondary color let that dry and so on
Dont paint over the wall paper!
You really should remove the paper. It is not all that hard to remove and your end result will look so much better.
Painting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
Once I've done his, all my other nieces %26amp; nephews will want the same. So I need a cheap option but something that will stay on there for a long time.Painting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
Enamel or high gloss It is washablePainting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
I use emulsion...normal wall paint. It comes in any colour you want nowadays and is hardwearing but blendable.private myspace
Enamel or high gloss It is washablePainting a mural on my nephew's bedroom wall, what's the best kind of paint to use?
I use emulsion...normal wall paint. It comes in any colour you want nowadays and is hardwearing but blendable.
When painting an indoor wall mural, what kind of paint is best to use?
A decent quality acrylic is good. Don't try with the .50 cent paints from walmart. There's a good chance they'll wash off.
The Plaid folk art is good to use %26amp; still cheap.
Before you paint make sure your wall is prepped. Wash it well with a cleanser like PineSol %26amp; rinse it at least twice with plain water. Let it dry for at least 2-4 hours, better yet wash it the night before. Then your ready to paint.
Now, you might want to consider painting on a piece of smooth plywood instead. It would need a few coats of gesso before you you paint.
If you paint your mural on a panel then you would be able to take it with you if you move. Also if you live in an apartment the landlord won't have a fit (unless you have their permission ; ) because you painted on the walls.
After your done painting don't wash it for at least a month if you can wait longer than that do so, unless you have to wipe little handprints off. And wipe using water %26amp; dish soap.
If you wipe it hard the paint might lift.
After a couple of weeks you could apply a water based sealer to the whole wall if you want. It'll be $ but it'll toughen it up %26amp; make the colors pop.When painting an indoor wall mural, what kind of paint is best to use?
Well it all depends on the type of wall, if it's a glossy finished wall its best to us a permanent paint then use a pint sealer after but if it's dry wall you should go with a more oily paint if it's its a paint covered wall you should use a non-oil acrylic paint
good luck and hope my advice helped,
Kool KatWhen painting an indoor wall mural, what kind of paint is best to use?
I would use acrylics. They're permanent and fast drying. However you might want to be careful if you need to repaint it at a later date.
Lay down a background colour using matt emulsion, then paint the details using acrylic paint.
latex or acrylic
The Plaid folk art is good to use %26amp; still cheap.
Before you paint make sure your wall is prepped. Wash it well with a cleanser like PineSol %26amp; rinse it at least twice with plain water. Let it dry for at least 2-4 hours, better yet wash it the night before. Then your ready to paint.
Now, you might want to consider painting on a piece of smooth plywood instead. It would need a few coats of gesso before you you paint.
If you paint your mural on a panel then you would be able to take it with you if you move. Also if you live in an apartment the landlord won't have a fit (unless you have their permission ; ) because you painted on the walls.
After your done painting don't wash it for at least a month if you can wait longer than that do so, unless you have to wipe little handprints off. And wipe using water %26amp; dish soap.
If you wipe it hard the paint might lift.
After a couple of weeks you could apply a water based sealer to the whole wall if you want. It'll be $ but it'll toughen it up %26amp; make the colors pop.When painting an indoor wall mural, what kind of paint is best to use?
Well it all depends on the type of wall, if it's a glossy finished wall its best to us a permanent paint then use a pint sealer after but if it's dry wall you should go with a more oily paint if it's its a paint covered wall you should use a non-oil acrylic paint
good luck and hope my advice helped,
Kool KatWhen painting an indoor wall mural, what kind of paint is best to use?
I would use acrylics. They're permanent and fast drying. However you might want to be careful if you need to repaint it at a later date.
Lay down a background colour using matt emulsion, then paint the details using acrylic paint.
latex or acrylic
Does anyone have any tips for painting a dark red wall a lighter color?
I recently moved into this house and the walls in the front room are dark red. I would prefer to have a lighter color. Is there anything I can use so the dark red won't bleed through?Does anyone have any tips for painting a dark red wall a lighter color?
I recommend a stain blocking primer, but prefer Zinsser. It just gives a better finish and goes on better than Kilz for me. You can tell how many coats of primer you require after the first coat has dried whether you can still see the red bleeding through it. You need to let it fully cure before applying the new latex color on top of it. You can do this by sinking your fingernail into an obscure area, if it leaves a mark, let it dry longer. If you live in a particularly humid area, paint takes longer to cure.Does anyone have any tips for painting a dark red wall a lighter color?
There is a sealing paint called Kilz, as mentioned by the answerer above. it is truly heinous stuff, and lead based. If you put on one coat (and sleep someplace else) letting it dry *completely*... Then apply another coat in the same way, nothing will show or bleed.
If you do not like lead, you can also seal it with an enamel - but if you want something else to stick to it you will have to get a non-gloss... not easy to find, and also heinous, use the same method... but if you use the enamel you may need 3 coats. do it in dead white. wait a week to be sure there is no bleed before painting with anything else.
surely prime it, then i guess paint it the color you want, or other you put the primer on paint it white and then paint it the color you want.
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http://livelovelaughdesign.blogspot.com/
Wash it down good and you'll need at least of couple of coats of primer, then paint whatever color you want. Primer is the key though....you might need 2-3 coats depending on how dark the color is.
Happy painting and good luck!!
prime the wall, a time or two, try keils (not sure about the spelling, you can find it at walmart, lowes, etc. then you can paint over it
Hey Myra - a couple coats of primer should do the trick. Not only is red a hard color to put ON the wall, but, it's just as time consuming to cover it up. Good luck - LT
Whitewash it one or two times before you paint over it, or put plain wallpaper over it and paint on that.
put a couple of coats of primer and then whatever color you want you will probly need a few coats of that as well.
Get a good primer like Kitlz. Once you paint that on the red will not bleed through.
Kilz.
Primer ... and then maybe a couple coats of paint
I recommend a stain blocking primer, but prefer Zinsser. It just gives a better finish and goes on better than Kilz for me. You can tell how many coats of primer you require after the first coat has dried whether you can still see the red bleeding through it. You need to let it fully cure before applying the new latex color on top of it. You can do this by sinking your fingernail into an obscure area, if it leaves a mark, let it dry longer. If you live in a particularly humid area, paint takes longer to cure.Does anyone have any tips for painting a dark red wall a lighter color?
There is a sealing paint called Kilz, as mentioned by the answerer above. it is truly heinous stuff, and lead based. If you put on one coat (and sleep someplace else) letting it dry *completely*... Then apply another coat in the same way, nothing will show or bleed.
If you do not like lead, you can also seal it with an enamel - but if you want something else to stick to it you will have to get a non-gloss... not easy to find, and also heinous, use the same method... but if you use the enamel you may need 3 coats. do it in dead white. wait a week to be sure there is no bleed before painting with anything else.
surely prime it, then i guess paint it the color you want, or other you put the primer on paint it white and then paint it the color you want.
for decorating tips visit
http://livelovelaughdesign.blogspot.com/
Wash it down good and you'll need at least of couple of coats of primer, then paint whatever color you want. Primer is the key though....you might need 2-3 coats depending on how dark the color is.
Happy painting and good luck!!
prime the wall, a time or two, try keils (not sure about the spelling, you can find it at walmart, lowes, etc. then you can paint over it
Hey Myra - a couple coats of primer should do the trick. Not only is red a hard color to put ON the wall, but, it's just as time consuming to cover it up. Good luck - LT
Whitewash it one or two times before you paint over it, or put plain wallpaper over it and paint on that.
put a couple of coats of primer and then whatever color you want you will probly need a few coats of that as well.
Get a good primer like Kitlz. Once you paint that on the red will not bleed through.
Kilz.
Primer ... and then maybe a couple coats of paint
Painting over a painted wall with the same color?
okay, so when I was 12 me and my friends thought it would be a great idea to have some fun with some sharpies on my painted walls. im sick and tired of looking at the ginormous cartoon dinosaur over and over again each morning. I know we have the same paint we used somewhere in our garage or something...
if I paint over the marker will it be noticeable? it will be the same exact color the walls are now...Painting over a painted wall with the same color?
No, sorry, but it might be less noticeable. Paint changes with time on the wall. It might be better to repaint all the walls. You might need to put a primer on first......so two coats. Maybe not.
Another alternative is to get some Motsenbocker Lift Off # 3 for permanent ink. Spray onto your dinosaurs, agitate a bit with your finger and then BLOT off with tissue or TP.......most absorbent product, better than rags. See if you can get dino off that way. I suspect you'll still need to paint. But the Motsenbocker bottle is...what around $10 and will show parents you've grown up and ready to move beyond dinosaurs.
Or you can try painting over with the old paint and accepting you'll have some ';different'; colored patches that don't quite match the rest of the walls. Be careful, you don't want to spill or splatter paint elsewhere in the room.......move the furniture, cover everything including the floor.Painting over a painted wall with the same color?
Yes, it probably will be noticeable. You have to apply a stain blocker over the markings first and then paint. Note: you may need two applications of the stain blocker to fully cover the markings. It is a great idea to have the stain blocker tinted to the finish color so once you apply the paint, you may only need one coat of paint. Sherwin-Williams or your local paint store will have the stain blockers you need. Let me know if you need anything else.
Mike
E-Z Painting Inc.
1-800-935-9520
www.ezpaintinginc.com
No and probably no. If the wall color is a light color, then repainting it probably will not cover the sharpie drawings. It's best to paint over with a primer like Kilz which will hide the drawings. Once hidden, then paint, but age does fade wall color so the paint in the can may not match the existing color on the wall. However, it should be close enough so if you paint the entire wall, the color difference may not be visible on the other walls.
you will need to use a primer to color over the old paint be fore you can paint it
if I paint over the marker will it be noticeable? it will be the same exact color the walls are now...Painting over a painted wall with the same color?
No, sorry, but it might be less noticeable. Paint changes with time on the wall. It might be better to repaint all the walls. You might need to put a primer on first......so two coats. Maybe not.
Another alternative is to get some Motsenbocker Lift Off # 3 for permanent ink. Spray onto your dinosaurs, agitate a bit with your finger and then BLOT off with tissue or TP.......most absorbent product, better than rags. See if you can get dino off that way. I suspect you'll still need to paint. But the Motsenbocker bottle is...what around $10 and will show parents you've grown up and ready to move beyond dinosaurs.
Or you can try painting over with the old paint and accepting you'll have some ';different'; colored patches that don't quite match the rest of the walls. Be careful, you don't want to spill or splatter paint elsewhere in the room.......move the furniture, cover everything including the floor.Painting over a painted wall with the same color?
Yes, it probably will be noticeable. You have to apply a stain blocker over the markings first and then paint. Note: you may need two applications of the stain blocker to fully cover the markings. It is a great idea to have the stain blocker tinted to the finish color so once you apply the paint, you may only need one coat of paint. Sherwin-Williams or your local paint store will have the stain blockers you need. Let me know if you need anything else.
Mike
E-Z Painting Inc.
1-800-935-9520
www.ezpaintinginc.com
No and probably no. If the wall color is a light color, then repainting it probably will not cover the sharpie drawings. It's best to paint over with a primer like Kilz which will hide the drawings. Once hidden, then paint, but age does fade wall color so the paint in the can may not match the existing color on the wall. However, it should be close enough so if you paint the entire wall, the color difference may not be visible on the other walls.
you will need to use a primer to color over the old paint be fore you can paint it
Song played on the radio, only line i remember is, ';you saw your painting on the marble wall';?
better luck under LYRICS?!?!
I bought a home and I need to know what is better painting the interior or place wall paper?
Your best bet will be paint. Paint is much more versatile. If you decide to change decor, wallpaper is a beast to remove. It's a time-consuming process and in the end there will be repair work to do (patching from peeling wallpaper). It takes quite a bit of work to get the same smooth surface again.
Painting can be as beautiful as wallpaper. For texture, look into faux finishes. Paint will give you more of an option for change.I bought a home and I need to know what is better painting the interior or place wall paper?
painting is better, if you get sick of the paint color, just paint over it..wallpaper takes forever to get off the walls...Good Luck!I bought a home and I need to know what is better painting the interior or place wall paper?
paint.
wall paper peels over time and needs to be replaced. It is so hard to redo. Paint can be changed easily.
I am a painter by trade and find that most people prefer the painted look over the wallpaper as it looks more modern and easier to change at alater date if need be. Colour choice also plays a big part in the overall look aswel obviesly.
I think painting is better. It's easier to do and easier to change. You could always add a wall paper border for interest and design. Good luck and have fun!
Painting, hands down. Wallpaper is out of style these days. Plus it is such a pain if you ever want to change. It ruins your walls. Painting is the right thing to do.
sponge paint with a sea sponge. you can do this much cheaper than walpaper and it looks better. You must be patient and go over it many times to give it and even blend. You can make more paint colors by mixing sheades of two cans (we bought 3 shades of green, and white for the top half of the room. I mixed greens to get more shades so I had about 5 colors.)
Paint, it's easier to change when you tire of the color.
painting takes more time but it looks SOOOO much better. So i saw painting the interior.
Painting is easier. Wall paper, unless you've done it before is hard matching the panels, especially in the corners. Plus if wall paper gets gouged, you will have to have a piece to match it up for the repair. Wall paper is great, but becomes dated quickly, and a nightmare to get off. If you want the best of both, you can paint and put up a wall paper border on the top of the wall. They sell types that you can peel off effortlessly afterwards if you have a change of heart.
Paint...it looks good and attractive....
Painting by far is the way to go! Wallpaper is not only hard to apply (and remove!), but it's getting harder to find due to everyone doing faux finishes. There are TONS of different faux finishes you can do that are easy, beautiful and cost effective (and that aren't just a sponging technique or rag finish!). I am an interior decorator that specializes in faux finishes and trust me....the results are well worth the effort! And much easier to correct than wallpaper!
It is entirely your preference.But two things might be of interest. If the walls are not straight, or badly pitted or need repair etc.Then wallpaper is a good consideration.Design wise that's up to you.I like plain walls myself, and I prefer painted walls.Painting is easier, and you can always change it later.Log onto Martha Stewart.com and check out their ideas. Good Luck!
In my opinion painting is much better because it looks better and if the wallpaper gets dirty you have to peel it of, but if it's paint you just wash it.
Painting can be as beautiful as wallpaper. For texture, look into faux finishes. Paint will give you more of an option for change.I bought a home and I need to know what is better painting the interior or place wall paper?
painting is better, if you get sick of the paint color, just paint over it..wallpaper takes forever to get off the walls...Good Luck!I bought a home and I need to know what is better painting the interior or place wall paper?
paint.
wall paper peels over time and needs to be replaced. It is so hard to redo. Paint can be changed easily.
I am a painter by trade and find that most people prefer the painted look over the wallpaper as it looks more modern and easier to change at alater date if need be. Colour choice also plays a big part in the overall look aswel obviesly.
I think painting is better. It's easier to do and easier to change. You could always add a wall paper border for interest and design. Good luck and have fun!
Painting, hands down. Wallpaper is out of style these days. Plus it is such a pain if you ever want to change. It ruins your walls. Painting is the right thing to do.
sponge paint with a sea sponge. you can do this much cheaper than walpaper and it looks better. You must be patient and go over it many times to give it and even blend. You can make more paint colors by mixing sheades of two cans (we bought 3 shades of green, and white for the top half of the room. I mixed greens to get more shades so I had about 5 colors.)
Paint, it's easier to change when you tire of the color.
painting takes more time but it looks SOOOO much better. So i saw painting the interior.
Painting is easier. Wall paper, unless you've done it before is hard matching the panels, especially in the corners. Plus if wall paper gets gouged, you will have to have a piece to match it up for the repair. Wall paper is great, but becomes dated quickly, and a nightmare to get off. If you want the best of both, you can paint and put up a wall paper border on the top of the wall. They sell types that you can peel off effortlessly afterwards if you have a change of heart.
Paint...it looks good and attractive....
Painting by far is the way to go! Wallpaper is not only hard to apply (and remove!), but it's getting harder to find due to everyone doing faux finishes. There are TONS of different faux finishes you can do that are easy, beautiful and cost effective (and that aren't just a sponging technique or rag finish!). I am an interior decorator that specializes in faux finishes and trust me....the results are well worth the effort! And much easier to correct than wallpaper!
It is entirely your preference.But two things might be of interest. If the walls are not straight, or badly pitted or need repair etc.Then wallpaper is a good consideration.Design wise that's up to you.I like plain walls myself, and I prefer painted walls.Painting is easier, and you can always change it later.Log onto Martha Stewart.com and check out their ideas. Good Luck!
In my opinion painting is much better because it looks better and if the wallpaper gets dirty you have to peel it of, but if it's paint you just wash it.
Looking for funky striped wallpaper or ideas for painting my own for one wall in livingroom?
i am normally full of ideas for other people but im kinda stumpt for ideas. Im moving home and want my lounge looking a bit diff from the usual. Anyone have any ideas of sites i could have a look at? thanks in advance. xLooking for funky striped wallpaper or ideas for painting my own for one wall in livingroom?
Home Depo has evry thing they even can make you personized wallpaperLooking for funky striped wallpaper or ideas for painting my own for one wall in livingroom?
It's easy to paint stripes. Use gentle release masking tape after you have painted one of the colors. Burnish the edges with a credit card or something stiff. Brush the paint up and down to avoid forcing paint under the tape. If you're a perfectionist you can use the bottom color of the paint to seal the edges of the tape. You just paint a thin layer of the same color you just taped over on the edge of the tape. When it's dry paint the stripe color.private myspace
Home Depo has evry thing they even can make you personized wallpaperLooking for funky striped wallpaper or ideas for painting my own for one wall in livingroom?
It's easy to paint stripes. Use gentle release masking tape after you have painted one of the colors. Burnish the edges with a credit card or something stiff. Brush the paint up and down to avoid forcing paint under the tape. If you're a perfectionist you can use the bottom color of the paint to seal the edges of the tape. You just paint a thin layer of the same color you just taped over on the edge of the tape. When it's dry paint the stripe color.
Are painting a ceiling the same or lighter color than your wall still in style?
Or has the trend reverted back to white ceilings.Are painting a ceiling the same or lighter color than your wall still in style?
right now the ceiling being painted is in... just saw it on Oprah :) but they are painting the ceiling the bright color and making the walls the neutral, I think it is a really neat look.Are painting a ceiling the same or lighter color than your wall still in style?
It really depends what color your walls are. If your walls are very light in color, you can keep the ceiling white. However if your walls are a tan color or darker, then it is best to paint the ceiling one shade lighter than your wall color. Otherwise, your ceiling doesn't blend well with the rest of the room and sticks out like a blast of bright light. Good question!
If your ceiling and wall are going to be the same color put up crown moulding. It looks great.My ceilings are white and walls are taupe except for my dining room. It is terra cotta.I love it.The thing is it remove the cottage cheese texture now days.
well it's your room so its ok to do whatever you want to do. my room is that way. it is blue with baby blue ceilings. it looks really good. so yeah. its cool. do whatever you want.
Not sure but I've always liked the white cielings as a nice clean look.
right now the ceiling being painted is in... just saw it on Oprah :) but they are painting the ceiling the bright color and making the walls the neutral, I think it is a really neat look.Are painting a ceiling the same or lighter color than your wall still in style?
It really depends what color your walls are. If your walls are very light in color, you can keep the ceiling white. However if your walls are a tan color or darker, then it is best to paint the ceiling one shade lighter than your wall color. Otherwise, your ceiling doesn't blend well with the rest of the room and sticks out like a blast of bright light. Good question!
If your ceiling and wall are going to be the same color put up crown moulding. It looks great.My ceilings are white and walls are taupe except for my dining room. It is terra cotta.I love it.The thing is it remove the cottage cheese texture now days.
well it's your room so its ok to do whatever you want to do. my room is that way. it is blue with baby blue ceilings. it looks really good. so yeah. its cool. do whatever you want.
Not sure but I've always liked the white cielings as a nice clean look.
Im Painting in two colors, which color goes on which wall?
im planning on repainting my room blue and white, blue on 2 of the walls and white on the other 2, the room is longish rather then boxy if u can imagine, so do i paint the shorter walls blue, facing eachother and the otherwalls white? one of the longer walls has the window, which is about 80% of the wall.
also, what color do i paint the roof?
and can i paint over orange?Im Painting in two colors, which color goes on which wall?
Depends on shade of blue, other colors in room, etc, but here goes:
Paint short facing walls blue, and long facing walls white.
It will make the room more square than rectangular.
Paint the ceiling 1] white, 2] blue, 3] light blue with clouds,
4] dark blue with stars
Are you using the colors from a print already in the room?
[ bedding, curtains? ] Make sure you include pieces of other colors on each wall.
Example: 2 long white walls, 2 short blue walls.
Curtains on long wall - blue/white stripes.
Comforter on bed - blue/white/gray paisley.
Rug on floor - white flokati.
Chair in corner - blue/white stripes.
Pillows for bed/chair - the paisley print.
Frames for pictures - gray enamel.
desk accessories - gray
lamps - brushed steel or blue ceramic, with white shades.Im Painting in two colors, which color goes on which wall?
I did a room in those colors. Also the room I did was also long and narrow. I painted the room blue and the trim around the windows and baseboard and chair railing and ceiling white. It looks great. The white trim really makes the blue pop. I have received many compliments. I also used white curtains, but you can try white and blue stripes, but I wouldn't use solid blue curtains, it will darken the room too much and make the space feel closed in. Good luck.
White is a color that opens things up, so if you want your room to appear larger and longer, the shorter walls, should be blue, therefore, being the accent walls.
But...blue and white is a tad odd to begin with.
Id say pick 2 colors that are similar in color, because if its too dramatic it won't look good. What shade of blue is it? If it's a lighter blue, put it on the larger wall, and then white on the others.
You can't paint over orange, you must use primer, and then paint 3 or more coats.
use blue on longer wall, white on shorter, and yes you can paint over orange. you need a lot of primer for that and the roof, well IDK
Paint the walls white and the trim blue.
also, what color do i paint the roof?
and can i paint over orange?Im Painting in two colors, which color goes on which wall?
Depends on shade of blue, other colors in room, etc, but here goes:
Paint short facing walls blue, and long facing walls white.
It will make the room more square than rectangular.
Paint the ceiling 1] white, 2] blue, 3] light blue with clouds,
4] dark blue with stars
Are you using the colors from a print already in the room?
[ bedding, curtains? ] Make sure you include pieces of other colors on each wall.
Example: 2 long white walls, 2 short blue walls.
Curtains on long wall - blue/white stripes.
Comforter on bed - blue/white/gray paisley.
Rug on floor - white flokati.
Chair in corner - blue/white stripes.
Pillows for bed/chair - the paisley print.
Frames for pictures - gray enamel.
desk accessories - gray
lamps - brushed steel or blue ceramic, with white shades.Im Painting in two colors, which color goes on which wall?
I did a room in those colors. Also the room I did was also long and narrow. I painted the room blue and the trim around the windows and baseboard and chair railing and ceiling white. It looks great. The white trim really makes the blue pop. I have received many compliments. I also used white curtains, but you can try white and blue stripes, but I wouldn't use solid blue curtains, it will darken the room too much and make the space feel closed in. Good luck.
White is a color that opens things up, so if you want your room to appear larger and longer, the shorter walls, should be blue, therefore, being the accent walls.
But...blue and white is a tad odd to begin with.
Id say pick 2 colors that are similar in color, because if its too dramatic it won't look good. What shade of blue is it? If it's a lighter blue, put it on the larger wall, and then white on the others.
You can't paint over orange, you must use primer, and then paint 3 or more coats.
use blue on longer wall, white on shorter, and yes you can paint over orange. you need a lot of primer for that and the roof, well IDK
Paint the walls white and the trim blue.
What color of painting would look good on a really dark brown wall?
I am looking for a painting that will be on a dark brown wall. Couple walls are dark brown with white kitchen cabinets, there is also some lime green accent in the room. I want an abstract painting but don't know which color should be in the painting.What color of painting would look good on a really dark brown wall?
I love blue-grey with brown.
Here's an article on contrasting colors that has some good tips:
http://www.ehow.com/how_4833945_contrast鈥?/a>What color of painting would look good on a really dark brown wall?
Wow a black and white photo of a cityscape would look great! (I know you said abstract, but that's what came to me.)
For an abstract painting, red is always cool to use when there are lime green accents in play, just another pop of color. I don't have a specific work of art in mind, but I get my art from TJMaxx and Target
Black and white painting would look good.
I think red will look really good. I have that in my living room. Try either semi bright or a burgundy. hope i helped.
turquiose or teal would look nice
I love blue-grey with brown.
Here's an article on contrasting colors that has some good tips:
http://www.ehow.com/how_4833945_contrast鈥?/a>What color of painting would look good on a really dark brown wall?
Wow a black and white photo of a cityscape would look great! (I know you said abstract, but that's what came to me.)
For an abstract painting, red is always cool to use when there are lime green accents in play, just another pop of color. I don't have a specific work of art in mind, but I get my art from TJMaxx and Target
Black and white painting would look good.
I think red will look really good. I have that in my living room. Try either semi bright or a burgundy. hope i helped.
turquiose or teal would look nice
Wall Painting tips!?
I just painted my walls in my home, and I taped the ceilings so I would have a straight, even line. But when I took off the tape It was not straight and some of the paint came off with the tape... it looks really bad, does anyone have tips to make it look better?Wall Painting tips!?
you can get different types of tape try using low tack tape, even when you use tape to get the ';perfect line'; don't cake the tape in paint as this might cause some to seep into the tape edge, also don't leave the tape on for long periods take it of when you have just painted and when your done peal away slowly other than that just practice without tape with a good quality brushWall Painting tips!?
get a bias cut brush from the hardware store. A 1-1 1/2inch brush cut on an angle. Practice painting a straight line. then repaint. You can also use the blue tape that isn't as sticky so doesn't remove the paint when removed. Or they make a paint guide that looks like a 12'; piece of blinds that you hold up to protect the side you don't want painted.
Also, do not leave the tape on too long. You should be peeling the tape of 1-3 hours after completion and before the paint has had a chance to fully dry or you will experience the chipping you saw when removing.
did you remove the painters tape slowly at an angle
you can get different types of tape try using low tack tape, even when you use tape to get the ';perfect line'; don't cake the tape in paint as this might cause some to seep into the tape edge, also don't leave the tape on for long periods take it of when you have just painted and when your done peal away slowly other than that just practice without tape with a good quality brushWall Painting tips!?
get a bias cut brush from the hardware store. A 1-1 1/2inch brush cut on an angle. Practice painting a straight line. then repaint. You can also use the blue tape that isn't as sticky so doesn't remove the paint when removed. Or they make a paint guide that looks like a 12'; piece of blinds that you hold up to protect the side you don't want painted.
Also, do not leave the tape on too long. You should be peeling the tape of 1-3 hours after completion and before the paint has had a chance to fully dry or you will experience the chipping you saw when removing.
did you remove the painters tape slowly at an angle
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