Painting Made Easy

Painting projects can be intimidating, but when you take the time to learn the basics and do it right, the payoff is so rewarding. You'll have unlocked the tools to completely reimagine areas of your home with a simple coat (or several) of paint. Relative to other more intensive home renovations, painting is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to make a significant upgrade to your home. Whether you've tackled painting projects before or have never touched a paintbrush, our expert tips and ideas will help you paint your home with confidence and ease. Just be warned: once you've started refreshing your home with paint, you may not want to stop.

Trending Paint Techniques, According to Real Simple Home Designers

Every year, we invite several interior designers to help us upgrade and decorate an entire home, and every year, they blow us away with their expert use of paint. From sophisticated color combinations to clever finishing touches, we can learn so much from these designers about the power of paint. These are some of our favorite paint techniques from the 2024 Real Simple Home.

5 Ways to Make Painting Easier and Less Messy

Some painting tips, like making sure to clean the surface before painting, are pretty standard and widespread. Others, like storing your paint roller in an empty Pringles can between coats, are a bit more unique and unexpected. Here are five useful painting tips that you may not have heard before—but you'll be glad to know them later.

20 Quick Painting Tips Everyone Should Know

If you've never tackled a painting project before, it's a good idea to read up on the basics before you get started. As with every good paint job, a primer is necessary for success. Twenty tips may sound like a lot, but just consider this your handy guidebook for painting.

How to Paint a Wall Like a Pro

Once you've studied up on some painting 101, you'll be ready to tackle a project. Refer to our step-by-step guide on how to paint a wall and you'll end up with professional-level results.

Should You Paint Your Ceiling and Walls the Same Color?

If you're painting an entire room, you'll need to consider every inch of the space, from the walls to the trim to even the ceiling. The color choices you make can drastically shift the look and feel of the space. Painting the trim and the ceiling the same color as the walls can have a cozy, dramatic effect, but it can also lack contrast and feel overwhelming if not done right. We asked interior designers to share some helpful considerations to guide these painting choices.