Painting is considered to be one of the most do-it-yourself-friendly home improvements. While 70 percent of a good paint job is in the preparation, having the right applicator can make all the difference in the world. In the old days that meant selecting the right paintbrush or roller cover. That was then, and this is now. Today, there is an assortment of nifty devices designed to make painting far easier. Power painters and power rollers are the rage in do-it-yourself painting. There's even a battery-operated cordless power roller that eliminates the hassle of electrical cords. Shutters, patio furniture, fencing and shade structures are just a few of the many objects for which the power painter comes in handy. And that's the On The House tip for today.