Your Biggest Paint Questions, Answered

So you’re finally going to tackle that weekend project (woohoo!) and you’re facing the not-so-fun stu : prepping, taping, fi nishes. With these pro tips, you’ll breeze through it all and start enjoying your beautiful new colour.

- Sarah Jean Shelton

Q ‘What type of paint should I use in my kitchen?’

A: Look for a formula that resists mould, mildew and fading, says paint expert Debbie Zietlow. Select a high-sheen finish that’s scrubbable so it can easily be wiped down when food and grease splatter and fingerprints pop up. Satin is ideal for walls, but you can scale up to a semigloss on cabinets. (Do the same in the bathroom, since it’s also a high traffic, high-moisture room.)

Q ‘What’s the trick to painting furniture?’