Q I enjoy reading about the paint techniques you use. But I am confused by the terms “rubbing on” and “rubbing back” paint. How much paint do you apply, and do you do this with a cloth or a brush? And ...

Q–The walls of a house we recently bought are finished with texture paint with a rough surface that we don`t like. We have consulted all sorts of authorities about how to remove the stuff so we can ...

Texturing walls is a traditional way of adding character to a wall or covering such imperfections as drywall taping inconsistencies, but not everyone loves the ridges and swirls of knock-down or the ...

1.How can I effectively remove textured wall paint or at least reduce its harsh visual and tactile effects? Washington The best approach depends on whether you're dealing with the kind of textured ...