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Book Description

Brush up on your painting and wallpapering skills with Painting and Wallpapering For Dummies. Written by Gene and Katie Hamilton (the husband-and-wife team behind Do It Yourself or Not?, a syndicated newspaper column from the Los Angeles Times, and the creators of HouseNet.com, a comprehensive Web site for do-it-yourselfers) and home improvement expert Roy Barnhart, 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.

Whether you goal is to transform your home to its original grandeur or to embark on simpler projects, such as brightening up the kitchen with new wallpaper or a coat of paint, this definitive guide gives you complete hands-on advice for tackling any project. And for the truly ambitious do-it-yourselfer, find out how to add snazzy decorator touches (such as stippling, glazing, stenciling, and sponging) and how to select bold color combinations guaranteed to liven up any room. Before you embark on that next big project, let Painting and Wallpapering For Dummies provide you with the practical tips, tools, techniques, and know-how to get the job done.

About the Author
Gene and Katie Hamilton are the husband-and-wife author team of the popular and witty syndicated newspaper column "Do It Yourself . . . or Not?", Home Improvement For Dummies®, and over a dozen bestselling books on home improvement. The Hamiltons have been featured in numerous publications and television shows, including: HGTV, CNN, Today, and Dateline. In their 20 years as home-repair experts, they've successfully remodeled 14 homes (and they're still married!).; Gene and Katie Hamilton are the husband-and-wife author team of the popular and witty syndicated newspaper column "Do It Yourself...or Not?" and of over a dozen best-selling books on home improvement. They are also the creators of HouseNet, a comprehensive online resource for homeowners, building professionals, and do-it-yourselfers. They have been featured in numerous publications and television shows, including Newsweek, Family Circle, CNN Today, and Dateline. In their 15 years as home repair experts, the Hamiltons have successfully renovated 14 homes.;

Roy Barnhart is a lifelong do-it-yourselfer and former professional building and remodeling contractor. He enjoyed eight years as Senior Building and Remodeling Editor for two national home improvement magazines. For the last nine years, he has worked as a freelance writer, editor, and consultant. Roy has contributed articles to over a dozen home improvement magazines, including American Homestyle, American How-To, Family Handyman, House Beautiful, Remodeling, Today's Homeowner and Woman's Day. He has also contributed to three books including The New Reader's Digest Complete Fix-It-Yourself Manual, The Stanley Book of Home Improvement and The Reader's Digest Book of Skills and Tools.