Painting Videos

Painting shutters is labor intensive and can take a long time to accomplish. Rather than painting each shutter one by one, This Old House paint expert Mauro Henrique has developed a technique to work quickly and efficiently with flawless results.

It’s time to choose paint colors, and there’s a lot to consider. Kevin O’Connor meets up with Glen Ridge, NJ homeowners, Asha and Sunita who share what colors they’re considering, and the factors that are guiding their decisions.

When a homeowner’s laundry room relocation left him with perpetual drywall cracking, he called the team at Ask This Old House for help. Paint expert Mauro Henrique knew just what to do to patch the wall once and for all.

Painting expert Mauro Henrique tells us why prep work is important before painting, how he prepares for a paint job, and why we shouldn’t try skipping this critical step if we want a great finish.

Painting kitchen cabinets is a great way to refresh your kitchen without breaking the bank. Follow our guide to help you on your DIY journey.

In business for almost 20 years, New Hampshire painter Stephanie Young took a simple painting business and turned it into a true craftsmanship success story.

Painting expert Mauro Henrique tells us why prep work is important before painting, how he prepares for a paint job, and why we shouldn’t try skipping this critical step if we want a great finish.

Painting expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner repair their 70-year-old cabinets with freshly-matched paint.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor which paints are easiest to clean as well as how to clean up after a paint job.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner tackle a controversial project: painting an exposed brick fireplace.

Painting a concrete foundation is a simple DIY project that can improve your home’s curb appeal and protect it from moisture damage.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique teaches host Kevin O’Connor everything anyone needs to know about interior paint finishes, including different sheens and their durability.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor some methods for removing different types of wallpaper, and Kevin’s shocked at the results.

Kevin O’Connor heads to the Franklin Pierce home in New Hampshire to learn what it takes to restore beautiful antique wallpaper.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor how to handle chips in porcelain surfaces.

Carpenter Nathan Gilbert and paint expert Mauro Henrique help a homeowner solve a common problem with built-in cabinets in older homes.

Painting expert Mauro Henrique tells us how he became a painter and a member of the This Old House crew.

Painting expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor a common mistake DIYers make when caulking and offers a helpful tip for avoiding it.

After some electrical work, This Old House paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner patch a hole left in a textured ceiling.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor how he paints a straight edge when tape just isn’t an option.

Watch as This Old House paint expert Mauro Henrique shows a homeowner how to breathe new life into old, splintery mahogany handrails.

This Old House painter Mauro Henrique has finished a deck with spray paint. What do you need to know about choosing and using spray paint?

This Old House painting expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor a universal approach to painting wood paneling.

If paint has dried on your paintbrush, you don't need to run to the hardware store to buy a new one. Learn how to clean it here.

Painter Mauro Henrique paints an outdoor railing that Nathan just built to match the original railing around a homeowner’s deck.

Here’s how a thoughtful Nordic-inspired palette from Benjamin Moore put the finishing touches on designer/homeowner Amy Matthews’ dream house

Ask This Old House painting expert, Mauro Henrique sits down to talk about how he got into painting and what he loves about it.

Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique demonstrates the correct way to paint exterior vinyl siding.

Whether you’re creating an actual chalkboard or just enjoy a dark matte finish, here’s what you need to know to apply chalkboard paint.

Want to breathe new life into old wooden furniture? Check out this step-by-step guide and video on how to refinish a table using paint.

Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique demonstrates how to safely repaint a radiator cover that tested positive for lead paint.

Want to save time and money when painting bare wood? House One’s Jenn Largesse shares her process for getting the best wood painting results.