"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 ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It’s that time of year: The weather is getting milder and milder. Hibernation no longer feels necessary ...

Wallpapered walls should be dusted and cleaned regularly. Learn how to clean different types of wallpaper and remove stains.

It was a chronicle of his family’s life, written in stains he felt powerless to erase. There was the faint, greasy smear from ...

Even on my best Sunday, when I have it in me to do a deep clean of my apartment, I always feel like I forgot about an area. A few places I’d bet a lot of people, myself included, forget to clean (or ...

Amanda is a home improvement and lifestyle writer with over 10 years of experience. In addition to her writing, you can find Amanda hosting national and local TV segments across the county. Her work ...