Jerry's Paint & Hardware

Why Are Barns Painted Red?

It's aesthetically pleasing, yes, but there's a historic reason behind the crimson hue.

How to Get Lumber for Free or Cheap

Lumber may be in high demand right now, but you can still score what you need in unexpected places.

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

33 Ways Spray Paint Can Make Your Stuff Look More Expensive

How to remove paint from old hardware

Simple DIY tutorial to remove paint from old hardware using only soap and water - this is so much easier than I thought!

How to Restore Hardware in 5 Minutes with 1 Product

Put that spray paint down! Instead of painting your old hardware, restore it! Find out how to restore hardware in five minutes with one little thing...

How to Paint a Room Fast

A veteran painting contractor shares secrets on how to paint a room fast and produce first-rate results.

9 Shortcuts to Picking a Paint Color

Choosing the perfect paint color for your living room, kitchen, or bedroom can take a ridiculous amount of time. What starts with a simple tour of the hardware store's paint chip display, can evolve into a pretty painstaking process—especially if you choose the wrong color and have to start all over again. These 9 simple shortcuts will help you select the right paint color every single time.

Homebuyers Should Avoid These Painting Mistakes

Painting time! Check out Alliance’s tips for a stellar paint job.

Memorial Day Craft: How to Make a Paint Stick Flag

Are you looking for a super easy and cheap folk art craft to do with your kiddos? Look no further than your local hardware store. Paint stir sticks are cheap and can be used to make so many cute th…

5 Rhode Island Hardware Stores for your Home Projects

Grab your tools, paint and other supplies from these local hardware shops in Rhode Island and get to work on your home projects.

How to spruce up your home with an accent wall

Adding an accent wall is an easy way to add a pop to your home, so design experts and cousins Anthony Carrino and John Colaneri show Kathie Lee and Hoda how to do just that. The guys share their helpful tips and ideas for inspiration.

Ways to Use Chalkboard Paint

The chalkboard has given way to the dry erase board in the classroom and now the dry erase board is being replaced by the chalkboard in the home. While the chalkboard is a learning tool quickly fading in schools now, our kids don’t have to miss out on what was a staple in the classroom for more than two centuries. The chalkboard is a piece of childhood nostalgia we can easily bring into our homes to add character and practicality. Here are some…

How to Extend the Life of Your Car's Paint

Just like any other chemical product, automotive paint interacts with the environment and eventually degrades. Here are some simple tips to help you manage this process and extend the life of your car's paint.

Home Improvement Research Presented at National Hardware Show

the “Home Sweet Home Study;” which examined the economic impact of supporting independent hardware, outdoor power equipment, paint and lumber retailers as opposed to national home center chains.