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House Painting: Inside and Out by Mark Dixon. Taunton, 1997 This is one of those picture books for someone who has never painted anything before... So if you are looking to fix up that living room or siding in this tight market and have never painted ... try this. more |
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Painter's Handbook by William McElroy. Craftsman Book Co., 1987
It has become a bible for my business and my painting. My friends who are painters also own and swear to this book. This book covers the business from structure to employees and then from estimates, proposals, promotions, and sales.
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The Art of Exterior Painting: A Step-By-Step Guide to Choosing Colors and Painting Your Home by Leslie Harrington, Benjamin Moore Paints, James Martin, Benjamin Moore & Co.
MacMillan Publishing Company, 2000 Painting a house or even thinking about it is no fun. I visited a Benjamin Moore Paint Store and browsed through the store's only copy of the book, The Art of Exterior Painting. The book is very well written with the basics of house painting described in detail and with color photos describing problems, solutions and ultimate results. more |
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How to Paint: A Complete Guide to Painting Your Home by House Beautiful Staff.
Creative Publishing International, 1999 Offers instructions for painting the interior and exterior of a home. Explains how to choose the right tools. Includes tips for storing and disposing of paint and paint products. more |
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Time-Life Book of Repair and Restoration: Making the House You Own the Home of Your Dreams by Mike Lawrence, John McGowan, David Holloway, Tony Wilkins (Editor), Time-Life Books (Corporate Author).
Time-Life Books, 1999
From the first chapter, which describes in detail how to strip a room, to others which describe how to make repairs to staircases, wallpaper around obstacles, lay flooring, etc., this book is packed with step by step instructions. Each chapter is divided into different tasks (for instance, the chapter on refinishing a hardwood floors), and each task is summarized with an approximate skill level, working time, and tools needed.
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Painting Your Home Exterior (Haynes Home Decorating) by Julian Cassell, Paul Parham.
Haynes Publishing, 1996
A manual which shows how to paint house exteriors, offering advice on planning and preparation, choosing types of paint and natural wood treatments, applying the right treatment, refurbishing windows, doors and guttering, and solving painting problems and faults. more |
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The Survivor's Guide to Interior Painting by Christopher C. Wager.
PublishAmerica, 2005
The Survivor's Guide to Interior Painting will show how easy and fun doing interior painting can be. People often wish they could change a color of a room or try something new, but are afraid or don't know where to start. So if you have never painted in your life, and would like to take the leap, this book is for you. more |
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House Painting by Ortho.
Ortho Books, 1992
Beautiful photographs and easy-to-understand text give homeowners professional methods for combining paint colors, choosing materials, preparing surfaces, and applying paints and stains. A color wheel, technical illustrations, and helpful charts make this the most thorough book about house painting on the market today. more |
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Painting Secrets by Brian Santos.
Meredith Books, 2004
This book was very good...many interesting ideas and tips that one would only hear about from a person that was painting regularly and had tried many things by personal trial and error. This book is great for the novice, as well as one who's been painting awhile...but needs the inside scoop & new shortcuts etc. more |
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Painting and Wallpapering for Dummies by Gene Hamilton, Katie Hamilton, Roy Barnhart.
I D G Books Worldwide, 1999 This book shows you how to paint and wallpaper with the best of 'em. From understanding the differences among primers, sealers, varnishes, and stains to selecting the right equipment and material for virtually any job, the authors show you how to get professional results at rock-bottom do-it-yourself prices. more |
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Decorative Painting 1-2-3 (Home Depot 1-2-3) by Vicki Ingham.
The Home Depot; 2 edition, 2005 The book is comprised of six main sections, plus safety and paint basics, which more than covers the questions you might have as a beginning or experienced painter. Choosing colors, tools and materials, preparing to paint, room painting basics, decorative painting techniques, and cleaning up are discussed at length, making this a comprehensive resource for your painting success. more |
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Lowes Decorating with Paint & Color (Lowe's Home Improvement) by Sally W. Smith.
Leisure Arts, 2003
Complete information on paint types, tools, and techniques. Want the most from your decorating dollar? The key is color–paint color. It's one of the least expensive but most dramatic changes you can make in your home. It can also be one of the most frustrating. These tips on picking interior paint will guide you to a perfect paint palette. more |
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Great Paint Finishes for a Gorgeous Home by Gary Lord.
North Light Books, 2002 Explains what materials are needed, how to prepare the work area, and how to clean up and offers tips that provide additional help along the way. Each step of the technique is shown with clearly captioned photographs, and full-room views of the finishes are provided. Lord concludes with lists of U.S. schools, professional associations, and suppliers. more |
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Tips & Traps for Hiring a Contractor by R. Dodge Woodson.
McGraw-Hill Professional, 2005 The author is clearly an expert in this field and goes into detail in every aspect of the process, with the bottom line of making the consumer a savvy, discerning shopper. The author covers all angles of the contracting process, from making the plans and specifications, to hiring a contractor, to what forms are needed to be filled out. I learned about how to spot a shady contractor; how to get things in writing - especially specific time frames; how to make sure the contractor has a physical address and telephone number, and much, much, more. more |
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Paint Your Home by Francis Donegan.
Readers Digest, 1997 Here's the complete guide to painting every room in your home. Its step-by-step illustrations and clear instructions lead you through every stage of your painting job. Tips from the pros show you how to achieve the perfect finish. more |
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Build Like a Pro: Painting and Finishing by Michael Dresdner.
Taunton, 2002 This accessible guide shows how to accomplish major painting and finishing tasks around the home. Addressing both interior and exterior projects, it covers preparing for a job, choosing the right finish (especially for spaces with special needs like bathrooms and kitchens), selecting tools, and various application techniques. The book is lavishly illustrated with 408 color photos and 45 color illustrations. more |
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Mastering Fine Decorative Paint Techniques by Elise Kinkead, Sharon Ross.
Creative Homeowner, 1999 I have literally dozens of books on decorative painting techniques, and this is one of my favorites. It's like an encyclopedia- lots of different techniques explained very clearly, with good general info. If you're not sure what type of finish you're looking for, this would be a good book to invest in. Also has a good color reference for help on mixing your own paint colors. Another nice feature is that there are finishes in both water and oil based paints. more |
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