We asked for real-world painting pointers – and got hundreds of great tips from our Field Editors. Here are 11 of our favourites.
Taking shortcuts leads to a disappointing paint job that won't last very long. Here's what you should not do on your next painting project.
Armed with these painting tips from the pros, you can save a bundle by doing the job yourself.
Here are some key tips for success when spray painting.
Check out these clever little painting tricks for helping out with the big jobs.
Choose the right colour scheme to boost your home’s kerb appeal
Paint around the edges of a room before you roll the walls to get a professional finish
Follow these 10 strategies to get the best look for your home before you start decorating.
Get a professional finish when painting one of the trickiest surfaces in a home.
Handyman readers share their most effective and ingenious DIY painting tips.
Use simple paint techniques to create a unique geometric feature wall.
Give your home a modern makeover or traditional restoration with exterior paint ideas from the experts.
No matter how many times you’ve picked up a brush, this easy-to-follow guide will teach you to paint like a pro.
Learn how to use a paint brush, foam roller and spray gun like a professional.
Follow our expert advice on how to choose the right interior paint colours for your home.
Nothing says clean and fresh like a new coat of paint, but not all whites are created equal.
Prepare the walls and protect surfaces to minimise mess and get a perfect finish.
Take your painting skill to the next level with these top tips
Get ultra-sharp lines when cutting in to guarantee a professional-quality paint job every time
Choose a colour scheme to suit the architectural style of your house
We show you the step-by-step process to paint a door like a professional
We have the experts from Taubmans show you how to paint a house exterior
We show you how to pick the right rollers and brushes for your painting job.
We show you how to pick the best accessories to make painting interior walls easier
We show you how to set up and paint trim for the best finish for interior walls.
We show you how to paint interior walls for a professional finish.
Use specialist paint to turn ordinary household items in to eye-catching decorative features
Watch our tutorial on how to paint a feature wall like a professional
