It can be a mighty labor-intensive and time-consuming process to remove paint, which is why many DIYers dread or even avoid the task. That’s a shame, given that the results usually are worth the ...

Q. Help! I painted the walls in my house recently. Now I notice paint marks on my newly refinished floors. Is there a way to remove the marks without damaging the floors? Alexandria A. If you notice ...

A: That outdated coat could be hiding a future heirloom, but uncovering it requires both elbow grease and certain safety precautions. Test: First, check for lead in the paint, says Thomas Eberharter, ...