Just Because You Can Paint it Doesn't Mean You Should

Painting is one of the easiest, most popular ways to give a home a DIY update. But is that always the right answer?

Many homeowners aren’t shy about painting anything, from the inside of a doorframe arch to the fixtures on the faucets—or even the lights. But how about that sad slab of cement out back, or even the sofa? You may be surprised at what people are painting.