Paint pros say that this is a job to leave to the experts.
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Door Knobs and Handles
Styles definitely change over time, and from person to person.
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Yesterdays shiny gold knob might not appeal to todays popular muted looks.
Paint isnt going to adhere well to a metal object with a high sheen.
These fixtures constant exposure to hand sweat can also easily compromise the quality of any cover-up you try.
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If you love them for their shape or style, get a professional to do the refinishing for you.
The relatively low cost is worth handing it over to the experts.
For fixtures you just dont love for their color or sheen, just replace them.
Floors
High-traffic areas are not a great choice for updating with a paint job.
If you haveconcrete floors, especially in a basementthat might have moisture issues, that is understood.
It may need a seal, but it won’t be enough to be a permanent solution.
That basement floor wont last more than a year with a paint covering.
Floors get too much traffic to withstand paint.
Berres suggests vinyl as a better alternative since it is low-cost and DIY-friendly.
Appliances
As with other no paint items,appliances get a lot of use.
Anything that is used often isnt a good candidate for a paint job.
Once a surface peels and chips, it will look bad and you will need to fix it again.
Antiques
Things created in past eras often have a certain look that doesnt mesh with todays styles.
“Instead of painting, consider restoring or conservatively cleaning these pieces.
Changing up your homes look or a furniture pieces style is natural a lot of the time.
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