Wall treatments invariably stamp a house with their era. Think about the bright (even garish) mixed-pattern papers used in Victorian design, or the bold geometric papers used in the ’30s, ’40s and ...

Q Our kitchen cabinets are 1970s knotty pine in very good condition. We painted them using a good primer and paint, but after about six months we can see the knots through the paint. What can we do ...

My plan is to paint knotty pine one summer home at a time. Oh, the horror! You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. When it comes to cottages and ...

When it comes to cottages and cabins, I have a not-so-hidden agenda: My plan is to paint knotty pine one summer home at a time. Enjoy unlimited reading on winnipegfreepress.com Read the E-Edition, our ...

As any do-it-yourself-er knows, there can be immense satisfaction and pride in completing a home-improvement project—and the quickest, easiest way to experience those feelings of accomplishment just ...