Packed with professional painting and wallpapering advice for the first time DIY-er, this book shows how to carry out even the most daunting projects with ease and confidence, without the need to hire a professional to finish the job. From sanding woodwork and applying latex paint to using rollers, steam strippers, and a variety of tools, it covers every aspect of preparation, painting, and paper hanging. Full color photographs and diagrams show how to measure and paste, wallpaper a stairwell or ceiling, paint paneled doors, create interesting glaze effects, and solve common problems. Each task is carefully explained with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful diagrams, and the book is loaded with time and money saving hints, tips, and tricks of the trade. DIY Guide to Painting and Wallpapering is an essential guide for DIY enthusiasts everywhere.
