Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected]. Did you ever mix dirt and water when you were ...

Editor’s Note: David Coles is the founder and head paint-maker of Langridge Artist Colours. This is an edited extract from “Chromatopia: An Illustrated History of Color,” published by Thames & Hudson.

Chalk paint creates a soft, chalky patina that gives furniture an antique look and it makes refinishing furniture and cabinets easier because it requires little prep work. Although it is a useful and ...

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