One of the easiest ways to change the look of your home is with a fresh coat of paint. The possibilities and choice of colors boggles the imagination (30 shades of white? Yikes!). Yes, a professional can do a great job but this is also one of the easiest do-it-yourself projects. Get drop cloths, masking tape, a roller and cut-in brush and all you need is some paint. Paint can vary wildly in cost and quality and in this article we'll try to explain what paint is and how you can choose the best one for your project.