John T Boertlein Glass

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Hang a Gallery Wall the Right Way

Read these step-by-step instructions below to find out how to hang a gallery wall the right way (and avoid messy mistakes).

Smart Contact Lenses?

The latest in vision technology will no longer need to be put over the eyes—it’s becoming part of the eyes. With new contact lenses, able to see magnitudes further than normal glasses, now be…

Ideas for Painting Kitchen Cabinets

6 Tips For Hiring A Painting Contractor

Painting is one of the quickest ways to improve and increase the value of your home. A fresh coat of paint brightens a room and makes the exterior look newer. Although painting is a common DIY project for most homeowners, it may be more work than you are willing to do. If you lack the time and skill

Source List: 20 Wallpapers That Make the Room

Find out where to get the wallpaper that makes the difference in these popular interiors

How to Paint Over Wallpaper

Are you sick and tired of your old wallpaper? Before you go to the trouble of stripping it off, find out how you can paint over wallpaper with winning results.

How to Paint over Wallpaper

Painting over wallpaper is easy if you know how to...

Wallpaper Vs Paint: Which is Better For Your Home?

Wallpaper vs paint... Before you decide which of these options is better for your home, you should know the pros and cons involved. Take a look.

Can You Paint Over Wallpaper? We've Got Tips from an Expert

Smooth seams starting to show through painted-over wallpaper

Q: The wallpapered walls of my home were painted over with latex paint by the previous owners. Now the seams are showing through the paint. They feel like hard ridges. How can I fix this problem and make the walls smooth enough to repaint - without first having to remove the wallpaper<br>A: You might be able to make the walls smooth enough for new paint without stripping the wallpaper, but you won't know for sure until you can test whether the wallpaper…

How to Easily Apply Paint Over Hard to Remove Wallpaper

Old wallpaper can be difficult to remove and can even destroy the wall beneath it, but you can easily paint over it and get a new-looking finish.

How to Paint Over Wallpaper Without It Looking Like a Total Frankenstein

Successful painting over wallpaper is all in the prep.

Wallpaper or Paint?

We highlighted a few options you might want to consider when thinking about your home's wall designs. What do you think? Wallpaper or paint?

Can You Paint Over Wallpaper?

Pro Paint and Wallpapering Tips

Check out these tips and tricks from paint and wallpaper professionals that will make your projects easier and faster. From how to paint in tough places to

Can You Paint Shower Tile?

Vintage bathrooms. They’re out there. Some people love them, other people hate them. There are, in fact, whole websites dedicated to them . Old dated tile seems to hold up remarkably well, which means that even if you hate the color, it can be hard to justify ripping it out. After all, changing your bathroom tile can cost thousands of dollars. This is what drives some people to seek alternative solutions<br>Can You Paint Shower Tile?<br>Yes, you can paint shower tile, although…

How to Clean Walls Without Damaging Paint or Wallpaper

Want to rid your walls of pesky marks and buildup? Learn how to clean walls simply and safely with these expert cleaning tips.