Archive - Paint

by Lou Manfredini, Ace’s Home Expert You can buy premium paint, in your perfect color and prepare the surface perfectly – and still end up disappointed with your paint finish because you used the wrong brushes or rollers to apply the paint. So when it comes to paint brushes and… Read more ›

-by Ace Hardware Prep The Surface -Start with a clean, dry surface. Spray on a primer coat if the product isn’t a paint and primer on one. Shake It Up- Shake the can really well. Spray a couple test spots on a piece of cardboard or newspaper. The spray may… Read more ›

-by Ace Hardware 1. Choose Your Patch Product For smaller holes, the size of a nail or even something as large as a dime, you can use spackling as your patch product. Quick dry spackle or patch and primer in one products can help save you time. 2. Apply Spackling… Read more ›

By Lou Manfredini, Ace’s Home Expert Once you’ve decided on a paint color, you may be so eager to see your new color on the walls that you’re tempted to rush ahead to rolling on your new color. But some of the steps you’d skip will drastically affect how long… Read more ›

Are you feeling like your home needs a spark of vibrant color or just a fresh new look? Take this fun paint quiz to find your perfect color match. Paint Quiz From The Paint Studio  

Here’s a checklist of everything you need to get rolling with your paint project along with helpful tips. HELPFUL TIPS With a brush or pad, “cut in” the entire edge of the area to be painted. When painting with a roller, work in one 3’x3’ section at a time. Roll… Read more ›

Paint samples allow you to try and test colors before making a commitment. Paint samples are the easiest and best way to view the true paint color in your home before you buy it. You should test the paint color on the wall in your home with various lighting conditions and… Read more ›

Warm weather months (June-August) are a great time to paint the exterior of your home. It will give your home that coveted curb appeal and attractiveness and also serve as a protective shield from the deteriorating effects of wind, water, sun, and mildew. Here are some overall guidelines for freshening… Read more ›

Painting a room is the best way to completely update and transform your space. If you are ready to head to the store and buy your paint, it’s helpful to know how many gallons of paint you need. The Paint Studio at Ace has an easy online paint calculator to… Read more ›

A common home repair that we get asked frequently about is patching a small hole in the wall. Whether it’s a small nail pop or a slightly larger hole from a doorknob hitting the wall, these repairs are easy and can be done yourself. Watch this great how to video with… Read more ›

You need the proper tools for your painting project to make sure the job is done right and efficiently. Using the right paint brush is just as important as the paint itself. Brushes can be used for painting all areas from small to large; however if you have a poor quality… Read more ›

Whether you already have a paint color in mind or you are starting from scratch, here are some tips to help you choose the right paint color for you. The most important thing to remember is to trust your instinct- paint is a personal decision and if it makes you feel… Read more ›

Here are some tips and guidelines to choosing paint color. 1) One of the most foolproof ways to inspire a great color scheme is to pull colors from something you already have and plan on keeping in the room- like a favorite piece of artwork, curtains, bedding, or furniture fabrics… Read more ›