The Brush Report
The Brush Report
Plain-English guides on prep, color, sheen, exteriors and planning a project, written to be read in a few minutes.
Planning and CostPainting Before You Sell: What Pays OffFresh neutral paint is one of the highest-return updates before a sale. What to paint and what to skip.
Prep and SurfacesWhat Causes Paint to Peel, Bubble and Crack?Moisture, poor prep and the wrong paint are the usual culprits. A guide to reading the damage.
Exterior and WeatherStain or Paint Your Deck? How to DecideStain soaks in and shows the grain, while paint forms a film. Which one fits your deck?
Color and FinishGoing Dark: Using Deep Colors Without RegretNavy, charcoal and forest green can look incredible. Here is how to do deep color well.
Planning and CostHow to Get Your Home Ready for PaintersA short checklist that makes the day smoother and keeps your belongings safe.
Planning and CostHow Much Paint Do You Need? A Simple Way to EstimateMeasure the walls, subtract the openings and plan for two coats. A quick method and a tool to do the math.
Planning and CostPainting Kitchen Cabinets: What to ExpectFrom degreasing to spraying and curing, a step-by-step look at a cabinet makeover and how to keep it looking great.
Exterior and WeatherHow Long Does Exterior Paint Really Last?Siding, sun, weather and prep all change the answer. Typical lifespans and what shortens them.
Color and FinishHow to Pick a Color You Will Actually LoveLight, undertone and the things around the wall decide how a color looks. A simple method for choosing with confidence.
Exterior and Weather7 Signs It Is Time to Repaint Your House ExteriorFading, chalking, cracking and peeling are all clues. Here is how to read them and when to act.
Color and FinishHow to Choose a Paint Sheen: Flat, Satin or GlossSheen changes how a color looks and how well it wears. A quick guide to flat, matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss and gloss.
Prep and SurfacesWhy Prep Matters More Than the Paint ItselfThe best paint fails on a dirty, glossy or damaged surface. Here is what good prep includes and why it takes most of the time.Have a question that is not here?
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