"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Before you get started, note that eggshell, flat and satin paint finishes are the most delicate and ...

You deep clean your home every so often (fine, once a year, before Great Aunt Agnes comes over). You scour and scrub every surface in sight, from the TV to the oven and even the fireplace. But you’ve ...

Humans built the first walls thousands of years ago, and we’ve been avoiding cleaning them ever since. Smudges around light switches? Of course. A sponge and some gentle soap, and those high-traffic ...

Flat paint is cheaper and better at hiding uneven surfaces than its glossier counterparts. But it can be a bear to clean. Q: How do I clean walls, especially those with flat paint that seems to peel ...

Before you break out the brush, grab a sponge. Cleaning your walls before painting helps the paint stick better and stops peeling, bubbling, and streaking. Use mild soap and water with a soft sponge ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. When it comes to economical ways to transform a room—or an entire house—you cannot beat paint. If you’re reasonably capable, you can DIY a paint job ...

Even though you carefully selected the wall art, paintings and wall decor that fills your home, there’s a good chance you aren’t cleaning these items, and it won’t take long for dirt and dust to leave ...