2019 Fall Home & Garden

2019 Fall Home & Garden Video Magazine Lincoln Daily News Sept. 26, 2019 Page 19 The right tools for painting and finishing O ne of the easiest do-it-yourself projects a homeowner can tackle is painting. Painting is an easy way to change the look of walls, cabinets, or furniture and transform the atmosphere of the room. As a matter of fact, painting is one of the least expensive ways to zhoosh up any room in your home. Like any DIY project, the key to quality work is having the right tools. With attention to the right tools, painting doesn’t have to be so scary. You will want to choose tools based on the surface you are painting, the type of paint you are using, and the size of the project. Color wheel: Before finalizing a paint color, consider the furniture and rugs already in the room, as well as adjacent walls. Pick a color that fits your space. For a large room you can play with colors and combination of colors. In a small room it is better to use light colors. Tape paint samples to the wall so you can see the colors in the space. It is a good idea to leave them for a couple of days so you can see the color in different lighting. By Lisa Ramlow Continued n