Posts from October 5th, 2024
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Half of Americans Have a Cluttered Room They Consider 'Unsalvageable'—but Believe It or Not, There's Hope
Do you feel like you've got way too much stuff and are buried under clutter?
I certainly do. Over the years, I've spent thousands of dollars on professional organizers, read countless organizing books, rented dumpsters, and even taken everything out of my rooms and started over. Even so, clutter control continues to be a challenge.
I'm not alone.
According to a new study by Talker Research for The Container Store, half of all Americans have at least one room in their home that they believe is "unsalvageable" with clutter.
The respondents provide their r...
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What Is Paint Primer, and What Does Primer Do?
Primer helps prep, seal, and protect the surface you're about to paint, leading to better-looking exterior and interior walls.
"A primer works to seal in stains, create a smoother, more even finish, and ensures superior adhesion between the top coat and the surface you're painting," explains John Kim, a product manager at Dunn-Edwards.
Using a primer will also increase your paint's durability. (Read: It'll chip less.)
Do I need primer before painting?
While painting on a primer may seem onerous since you're essentially doing double the work, it's an important step for certain projects. But not all jobs call for primer; it depends on several factors—including the surface you're painting (is there a bad stain?), the type of pain...
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