Build It | How to Build a Chicken Coop

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva creates a backyard chicken coop for a homeowner in Connecticut in "Build It."

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23 Savvy and Inspiring Small Bath Designs

Take that water closet off the backburner and make it a showpiece with these design ideas

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A 1930 Craftsman House Transformed

How a novice homeowner mastered a DIY renovation of a small bungalow

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How to Control Tropical Pests

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook heads to Miami to control insect pests without the use of pesticides

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You're Killing Your Home with Kindness

Kick these deceptive "home improvement" habits STAT

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How to Restore a Deck

Follow the prep instructions carefully and paint on a specialty coating to preserve weathered boards for years to come

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Sweet ‘n Spicy Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Gather ’round on your deck and turn on your grill. Grab a few rib racks, sugar and spices, cut up a pineapple and don’t forget your favorite barbecue sauce for this one-of-a-kind flavor combo. This baby back ribs recipe offers the perfect blend of sweet and salty with a kick!

Thinking about the perfect sides? Try steamed vegetables, sweet corn on the cob, mac and cheese, fresh coleslaw or baked beans.

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What You’ll Need

• 4 racks baby back ribs
• 1 pineapple slice
• Your favorite barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons smoky paprika
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon celery salt
• 1 teaspoon oregano, crushed
• 1 slice fresh pineapple

Preparation

1. Mix all ingredients into a bowl, except your barbecue sauce and fresh pineapple slice.
2. Rub the front and back of ribs with a fresh slice of pineapple to invite a sweet taste to your tender ribs.
3. Cut ribs into halves.
4. Lather your ribs with the seasoning mixture, from front to back.
5. Place ribs on the rib rack.
6. Cook until temperature reaches 200° F to make the ribs as tender as possible.
7. When done, remove the ribs from grill and place in the oven for 45 minutes to warm and cook through.
8. Serve and enjoy!

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How to Install an Urban Bluestone Patio

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner install a bluestone patio in an urban backyard

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The North Shore Farmhouse: Instant Charmer

TOH TV follows along as a couple's quest for quality leads them to a factory-built home

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How to Upgrade a Steel Lamppost

Use a PVC column kit and trim to create an architectural detail that shines day or night

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Choose the Right Rug Size for Any Room

When shopping for a rug, there are a few things you need to consider. Before you figure out what design and color you want, make sure you know the right rug size and shape for your room. Area rugs are more than just another way to show off your sense of style; rugs protect your floors, reduce noise and add a level of comfort to every room. But if you don’t have the appropriate size rug for your room, you’re likely to be disappointed with your purchase.

Mohawk Flooring, known for its beautiful and high quality rugs, offers these tips for choosing the right rug size for your room.

Getting the Right Size Rug for Your Room

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Living Room/Great Room

To make the most of your living or great room space, you can:

• Use the size of your rug to help determine the grouping of furniture, especially for less intuitive spaces like a studio apartment or an open-concept home.
• Ensure your rug doesn’t touch your baseboards. Typically 12-18 inches of exposed flooring around your rug is ideal.

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Dining Room

A dining room rug can make all the difference. Follow these tips to get the perfect look.

• The rug under your dining room table should extend just beyond the chairs, when they’re in the pulled out position.
• To find out what rug size you need, pull out the chairs as you normally would when you sit around your table. Then, measure the length and width around the pulled out chairs, adding 8 inches to the measurements to get an idea of the minimum-size rug you need for that space.

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Bedroom

There are many ways to use rugs in your bedroom to add both style and comfort. When you’re shopping for a rug, keep these tips in mind.

• If you’re placing a large plush rug under your bed, be aware the bed will cover most of the pattern when you’re picking out the design of your rug.
• If you decide to go with one large rug, make sure there is an additional 3 feet of rug on both sides of your bed (along the longer sides).
• If you’re using smaller accent rugs, achieve balance by placing one at the foot of your bed and one or two coordinating rugs on each side of your bed.

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Hallways, Entry Ways and Other Narrow Places

Not sure how to dress these areas? Follow these simple rules.

• Long, narrow runner rugs are ideal for smaller areas in your home.
• When using a runner rug, be sure to leave 18 to 36 inches of exposed floor on both sides of the rug.
• In areas where a door may swing over your rug (like a hallway), measure the height of your door so it can easily pass over the rug.

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Those are the tips you need to find the right rug size for your room. The hard part is over! Now just find the perfect texture and color, and you’ll be on your way.

Browse our selection of area rugs at The Home Depot. Follow our Flooring, Carpet and Rugs board on Pinterest for more ideas and inspiration.

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Something Old, Something New for a Gut Kitchen Redo

Undertaking the gut renovation of her forever kitchen, a seasoned home cook holds fast to two kitchen keepsakes

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How to Build a Classic Picnic Table

Use cedar boards to make a table and benches fit to host family and friends for years to come

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1830s Farmhouse Remodel Fit for a Family

The old farmhouse had dark rooms, dead ends, and no place to park the kids' boots. Here's how an inventive redo made an 1830s artifact just right for a 21st-century household

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How to Prune and Replace Foundation Plants

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to improve curb appeal with a new planting bed

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Paint Job Staples Used for Clever Cleaning

Sure, you can buy special tools for sprucing up your home—or you can reach into your painting tool kit

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Cool Home Improvement Finds for Father's Day

From patio to garage, our picks will up Dad's game at home

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How to Install a Whole-House Dehumidifier

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to control humidity throughout the house all year round

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Smoked Pulled Pork Roast Recipe

Meat smoking isn’t necessarily the hardest thing in the world to do, but it’s definitely more involved than making hot dogs or grilled cheese sandwiches. For a well-smoked pulled pork roast, you have to get the temperature and the timing right, use the proper fuel and keep the heat steady for a few hours.

We recommend using a Kamodo-style grill and wood of your choice to smoke your pork roast. Remember to soak wood in a bowl of water for at least an hour before adding it to the flames. Dry wood will burn away pretty quickly, but soaked wood smolders for hours.

Here’s a great smoked pulled pork roast recipe that’ll have your mouth watering. It may take a little time and patience, but preparing a tender, juicy smoked pulled pork roast will be worth the wait!

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What You’ll Need

• Pork Roast – approximately 8 pounds
• Your choice of BBQ Rubs

Preparation

1. Rub the roast down with your favorite BBQ rub. Use a basting brush to sauce your roast.
2. Leave the roast at room temperature while you get the grill up to temperature.
3. Put enough hard lump charcoal in the grill to reach a couple inches above the air vents in the ceramic bowl.
4. Put the lava stone on the lava stone rack and then add the grill grates. Plug in the electric starter and let it go until you see the charcoal begin to burn.
5. Remove the electric starter and let your grill come to 225° – 250° (recommended, but the temperature and cooking time are up to you).
6. Follow the instructions for your particular model to get the grill to the correct temperature. Remember, it is much easier to raise the temperature than it is to reduce it, so take it slow and easy. When the grill’s temperature has stabilized at 225° – 250°.
7. Put the roast on the top rack and shut the lid. That’s it! The length of time and temperature cooking us up to you!

Check your grill  to make sure the temperature remains constant.  Follow your grill instructions if you need to add more charcoal. Adjust the cooking temperature and time according to your preferences. For example, if you’re in a rush, use a higher temperature and cook for less time. We do suggest that you adopt the “slow and steady” method for best results!

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Check out our Grills & Outdoor Cooking board on Pinterest for more inspiration and grilling recipes. Shop our Grill Accessories Department for everything from charcoal to thermometers and more.

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Denver Omelette Recipe

Figuring out dinner? Why not try breakfast food? If you’re wondering what to do with all those random veggies, a couple eggs and a few slices of ham that are sitting idly in your fridge, look no further. Enter the Denver omelette, a perfect dish for any time of day.

This Denver omelette recipe is simple, tasty, and the added bonus is that it’s also a well-balanced meal, so everyone wins! Try pairing your omelette with fresh fruit, sweet potato wedges, or sautéed mushrooms. And if you have a sweet tooth, whip up a strawberry tart or cheesecake.

We’ll be cooking this Denver omelette on a Quattro gas grill from STOK using its griddle insert.

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What You’ll Need

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup onion – chopped
• ½ cup red bell peppers – chopped
• ½ cup green bell peppers – chopped
• ½ cup cooked ham – diced
• 8 slices bacon – cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• A couple drops of your favorite hot sauce

Preparation

1. Gather all ingredients
2. Chop and dice bell peppers, onion, ham and bacon.
3. Melt butter in a large skillet. Saute onion, bell pepper, ham and bacon in butter until the onion starts to become translucent.
4. In a small bowl, whip eggs lightly. Add salt, pepper and hot sauce if desired.
5. Heat grill to desired temperature.
6. Slowly pour egg mixture onto the griddle insert.
7. After pouring, add sautéed mixture onto one side of the egg surface and add grated cheese.
8. Slowly fold the egg in half and flip over until the omelet is slightly brown on both sides.
9. Serve and enjoy!

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Hawaiian BBQ Pizza Recipe

Did you know the first  Hawaiian BBQ pizza recipe originated in Canada, and it’s the most popular pizza choice in Australia? Either way, say “Aloha” to this sweet, spicy and popular classic, complete with pineapple, jalapeno peppers and your favorite barbecue sauce.

Grill corn or fresh vegetables for a sizzling (and healthy) side dish. We’ll be using a Quattro Grill from STOK with its pizza stone grill insert for this recipe.

Here’s how to make it.

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What You’ll Need

• 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons flour
• ½ pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into rings
• 1 jalapeño
• ¼ cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
• ½ cup shredded muenster cheese
• ¼ lb deli-sliced ham, cut into large pieces

Preparation

1. Place pizza stone insert on grill and set to high heat.
2. Gather ingredients.
3. Sprinkle flour on a flat surface and roll out pizza dough.
4. Continue to roll until pizza is about ¼ in. thick.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together barbecue sauce and tomatoes and spread on top of pizza dough.
6. Sprinkle on cheese, ham, jalapeños and pineapples.
7. Once the pizza is made, place it on the pizza stone insert and grill for 30 minutes.
8. Slice and enjoy!

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Lamb Skewers Recipe

The great thing about kabobs is that you can skewer pretty much anything! From meats to fruits and vegetables, the possibilities are endless. When you’re in the mood for a tender, savory treat, try this lamb skewers recipe and you’ll be glad you did. To prepare, simply fire up your grill and use a compatible kabob insert.

Dip your coooked kabobs in a dollop of spicy salsa verde or add a little tzatziki (Meditteranean yogurt) sauce. Both are pretty tasty whether or not you choose to serve with the chimichurri sauce. For a light summertime beverage, serve fizzy water with raspberries.

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What You’ll Need

• 2 pounds boneless lamb roast, cut into 1½ in. cubes
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup fresh parsley, packed
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1½teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Preparation

1. Gather ingredients and set grill to medium heat.
2. Place the lamb cubes, garlic and honey into a mixing bowl and stir.
3. Cover and place in refrigerator for up to 1 hour.
4. Prepare the chimichurri sauce, while you wait for the lamb to marinate.
5. Finely chop all of the parsley and cilantro and place in mixing bowl.
6. Add the minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper, oregano and red wine vinegar. Mix thoroughly.
7. Add in olive oil until mixture comes together.
8. Slide marinated lamb cubes on skewers and place on the rib rack.
9. Place on grill and cook for about 10 minutes. Turn the skewers every 3 minutes so they can cook on each side.
10. Remove from grill and cover in the chimichurri sauce.
11. Serve on skewers and enjoy!

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How to Install Wood Crown Molding

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his tips and techniques for installing decorative crown molding

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3 Quick Plumbing Under Pressure

What to do before the plumber rescues the day

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Bright and Airy Rehab for a Once-Gloomy Victorian

An architect and her interior-designer daughter tap the inner beauty of a Victorian-era house—gaining a thumbs-up from the whole family

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What Is It? | Wood Handle with Nick Offerman

Actor and woodworker Nick Offerman visits the guys at Ask This Old House and brings along a wood handle with brass knobs. "What is it?"

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Nick Offerman's Woodworking Advice

Actor and woodworker Nick Offerman shares with Ask This Old House host Kevin O'Connor where his love of woodworking began and offers advice for young people who want to work with their hands

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Master Bath as a Grown-Up Getaway

Relocating the master bath away from the kid zone allows for a spacious, light-filled master-suite retreat

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What Is It? | Blue Plastic Parts with a Hole

The Ask This Old House guys pose the question What Is It? as they check out blue plastic parts with a hole

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Save This Old House: Charming Pittsburgh Stick-Style

Original features and restored surrounding homes make this house a keeper

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How to Choose and Use a Router

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his insights on the shop's most versatile portable power tool

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Care of Summer-Blooming Bulbs

Bulbs are pretty easygoing, but with these tips you can help maximize blooms and increase the odds that they'll naturalize into more plants

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How to Reuse a Garden Hose Reel

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor show other uses for an old hose reel

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Water Dripping Behind Gutters

Tom Silva explains the risk of letting rain water run off your roof behind the gutter

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Potato Skins Recipe

Chicken wings and celery aren’t the only delicious dippers for your buffalo ranch sauce. If you’re craving a crispy and satisfying snack, this potato skins recipe is the answer.

We love potato skins because they’re versatile enough to be a stand-alone meal served with a small side salad and sour cream, or they can be the perfect accent to your favorite burger as an alternative to french fries.

Call up a few friends, turn on the game, gather on your patio and enjoy this easy treat, any day of the week!

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What You’ll Need

• 4 baked potatoes, cooled
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• ¼ cup bacon bits
• ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Preparation

1. Gather ingredients and set grill to high heat.
2. Cut potatoes into quarters lengthwise. Scoop centers, leaving 1/2 inch.
3. Place centers in a medium mixing bow, along with the other ingredients.
4. Mix until all ingredients are well-blended.
5. Press mixture onto each potato skin.
6. Place potato skins on vegetable tray insert and cook for 15 minutes.
7. Remove from grill and serve with buffalo ranch dip.

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Behind-The-Scenes: Nick Offerman Visits Ask TOH

A look at actor and woodworker Nick Offerman's visit to the Ask TOH workshop

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Behind-The-Scenes: Nick Offerman Visits Ask TOH

A look at actor and woodworker Nick Offerman's visit to the Ask TOH workshop

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Pro Picks for Summer-Blooming Bulbs

Get these in the ground now, and they'll achieve full size and peak color in just weeks, putting on a show right through the hotter months ahead

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Behind-the-Scenes at Ask TOH with Nick Offerman

Actor and woodworker Nick Offerman visits the Ask TOH workshop to play "What Is It?" and offer advice for novice woodworkers

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Asparagus and Potatoes Recipe

What better to accompany your steak and chicken than a savory serving of asparagus and potatoes? This asparagus and potatoes recipe brings together a classic combination that’s full of flavor, easy to prepare, and it’ll make all your guests happy!

This recipe is hearty, satisfying and full of flavor, perfect for any cookout. Pair your asparagus and potatoes with tender, juicy sirloin steak or grilled lemon chicken. We’ll be using a 2-burner gas grill from STOK with a grilling basket insert that’s made just for this kind of recipe.

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What You’ll Need

• 2 pounds asparagus
• 1½ pounds red potatoes
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons sea salt
• 2 tablespoons pepper
• 2 tablespoons rosemary

Preparation

1. Gather the ingredients and set grill to high heat.
2. Coat the asparagus with 3 tablespoons olive oil.
3. In separate bowl, mix together the dry ingredients. Sprinkle half the mixture on the asparagus.
4. Coat the potatoes with what’s left of the olive oil.
5. Sprinkle what is left of the rosemary mixture on the potatoes and mix until well-coated.
6. Place the potatoes in the grilling basket insert and cook for twenty minutes.
7. Remove the potatoes and place the asparagus in the grilling basket insert. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
8. Remove the asparagus from grill, serve and enjoy!

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How to Add a Heat Pump to a Water Heater

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey makes heating water more efficient by installing a heat pump

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Start Seeds the Easy Way—Outside

Find out what to get in the ground now for optimal success

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How to Mulch a Garden Bed

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner how to properly mulch garden beds

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Photoshop Redo: Fixing a Muddled Facade

Unified siding and a friendlier entry transform a tired two-story

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Transform a Cabinet with Velvety Smooth Chalked Paint

In this project, we gave a chateau cabinet a completely new look with Chalked Ultra Matte Paint. This paint’s velvety-smooth finish is unlike any other, making it easy to transform this cabinet into a stunning focal point in your home.

Materials

• Rust-Oleum Chalked Ultra Matte Paint – Aged Gray or Chalked Ultra Matte Spray Paint – Aged Gray
• Rust-Oleum Chalked Protective Topcoat
• Chateau Cabinet
• Paint Brush
• Screwdriver
• Drop Cloth
• Latex Gloves
• Respirator Mask (if spray painting)
• Tack Cloth
• Medium Grit Sandpaper (optional)
• Stir Stick

Before You Start
Always work in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves while painting. If you’re using Chalked Ultra Matte Spray Paint, we also recommend wearing a respirator mask–especially when spraying in a confined space, like your garage. Make sure your cabinet is completely free of any dirt or dust before you begin painting.

Step 1: Use a Drop Cloth

To get started, spread out a drop cloth to protect your workspace from paint.

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Step 2: Remove Doors, Drawers, and Hardware

Use a screwdriver to remove all hardware and doors from the cabinet. This will make it easier to paint.

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Step 3: Stir the Chalked Paint

Use a stir stick to thoroughly stir your chalked paint. If you’re using Chalked Ultra Matte Spray Paint, shake the can for one minute after the mixing ball starts to rattle.

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Step 4: Apply the Paint

Apply up to three even coats of paint to the cabinet, allowing 30 minutes in between each coat. Always brush in the direction of the wood grain.

Once you’re finished with your last coat, let the paint dry for four hours before moving on to the next step.

If you’re using Chalked Ultra Matte Spray Paint, hold the can 10-12 in. away from the cabinet, and spray two or more light coats in a sweeping motion. Allow a few minutes in between each coat. Let the paint dry for four hours.

TIP: Want to give your cabinet a shabby chic look? You can easily distress chalked paint with medium grit sandpaper for a gorgeously aged finish. Just wait for your paint to dry for at least four hours, then follow the directions on the label to distress.

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Step 5: Stir Chalked Protective Topcoat

Now that the paint is dry, open your Chalked Protective Topcoat and use a clean stir stick to stir it thoroughly.

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Step 6: Apply Chalked Protective Topcoat

Next, apply up to two even coats of Chalked Protective Topcoat to the cabinet. Brush the topcoat on with light, even strokes, and be careful not to over brush it.

Allow 30 minutes between coats.

TIP: If you prefer spray paint, this chalked paint also comes in a Protective Topcoat Spray that you can apply in the same way as Chalked Ultra Matte Spray Paint in Step 4.

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Step 7: Let the Topcoat Dry

The Protective Topcoat will dry clear in about four hours.

Once your cabinet is completely dry, replace the doors and hardware.

Now that your beautiful new matte finish cabinet is complete, it’s time to accessorize! You can get our look by adding a glass vase painted with Mirror Finish, Chalked picture frames in Charcoal, and a decorative bowl spray painted with Universal Metallic in Aged Copper.

Browse Rust-Oleum products at The Home Depot in our Paint Department. Follow our All About Paint board on Pinterest for more ideas and inspiration for paint projects.

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