Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Did you move into a house with unsightly or outdated wallpaper? Well, now is the time to change it. While there is a method for removing wallpaper from drywall, sometimes painting over the decorative ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Every historic home comes with its own quirks. While you may be able to live with creaking floors and ...

Ditching the wallpaper and replacing it with a clean, freshly painted wall changes the look of a room dramatically, but the task can seem daunting. Removing wallpaper and the glue that holds it in ...

Knowing your wallpaper and wall type are important before beginning any removal method. Use any combination of dry-stripping, solvents, and steam for the best results. Don't be afraid to ask a friend ...

Bring up the topic of painting over wallpaper and you'll likely get a mixed reaction. For some it's seen as cheating and never recommended, for others it's considered a viable option and one that ...

While some people love throwing themselves into a DIY project, others hate them and want them over and done with as quickly as possible. However you feel about home improvements, very few people like ...

Knowing how to fix peeled paint on a wall can really save your bacon. After all, it can happen to anyone. Whether you decided to paint over wallpaper, your house sprung a leak, or you just painted one ...