During the Christmas and Holiday season, we’re often rushed off our feet getting everything done. Whether you’re a meticulous planner or a reckless last-minuter, there’s very little downtime this time of year.
However, if by some Christmas miracle you do find some spare time, or are able to set some aside, why not liven up your home with some fresh paint?
A spot of interior decorating might seem like a crazy idea with so much else going on, but when you’re expecting guests, you want your home to look its best. So today we’re going to encourage you to get some painting done to wow friends and family, and ensure you’ll have a fantastic Christmas and New Year.
Why Paint at Christmas?
Most of the Christmas preparations involves getting your home ‘ready’ for guests. This involves a lot of cleaning, clearing out, and even some rearranging of furniture so there’s more space for a big gathering.
But before you get started, take a look at your walls. Do they need a bit of TLC? When you see them every day, it’s not always obvious that they’re getting a little worn, and might also be scuffed, scratched, or stained.
If you want everything to be perfect, or you want to save yourself some work in the new year, now is a great time to get some painting done. But before you dunk your brush, you need to plan exactly what you should be painting.
Surfaces to Repaint before Christmas
It isn’t just your walls that might be looking worse for wear. Your doors, skirting boards, floors, and even IKEA furniture can benefit from a fresh coat of paint.
Your kitchen is always the heart of the home, but especially at Christmas. Whether you’re handling the cooking or just pouring drinks, you and your guests will spend a lot of time in there. So painting kitchen cupboards, breakfast bars, and your tabletops is a great place to start.
Repainting everything is out of the question, so it’s best to pick and choose the surfaces that need the most attention. For example, your dining room table will be put through its paces over Christmas, so why not give it a nice new layer of paint so it’s ready for action?
‘But what if it gets ruined by all the festivities?’ I hear you cry. Well, this is something that puts people off when painting at Christmas. Why repaint a surface that might be ruined by a spillage or paint a table that’s more at risk of scratches and dents than at any other time of the year? If that’s a concern, you just need paint that can handle it.
Durable Paint that can Handle Anything
All of our paint is hard-wearing, meaning it is resistant to damage, wear, and will take years to fade.
We have a range of both water-based and oil-based paint for wooden surfaces. It isn’t just paint either! For example, our water-based woodstain is an easy-to-apply wood treatment that has all the benefits of paint, but with a low odour and fewer VOCs.
But if toughness is your goal, oil-based paint is the way to go. Our oil-based satinwood is a versatile paint that can be used on wood, metal, and stone. When you’re buying paint it’s always important to think about where else you could use it, to save you an extra order in the future. We always recommend buying a little more than you need too, just in case any areas need a freshen-up in a year or two.
When painting wood, you’re spoiled for choice. With paint, woodstain, and other treatments all available, you can be as picky as you’d like, and the results will be fantastic. You can create a dark, glossy finish, or a more modern matte look – all will protect the surface and keep it looking good for a long time.
With your table sorted, let’s go back to the real centerpiece of your home.
Painting Walls at Christmas
Naturally, if you have some time for interior decorating, your walls will be top of the list. If they’re faded, or if you didn’t like the colour or sheen in the first place, it’s time to do something about it.
Some people love to change up their walls on a regular basis, and we don’t blame them! There’s never just one colour that represents you completely, and adding an accent wall or mixing up colour schemes is a great way to improve the look of your home.
If you really want to push the boat out this year, why not paint your walls in Christmas colours? Hear us out, because it’s not that wild of an idea. Greens, reds, and whites are timeless, but fit the season perfectly. A splash of red on an accent wall adds a tonne of warmth, and you can always repaint it again in summer!
With affordable prices across our site, we give you the freedom to experiment more with your interior paint. If you have the budget and the imagination, there’s nothing stopping you.
Thanks to our Colour System, we can create any colour you can imagine. If you have a specific shade in mind, simply enter the British Standard or RAL code and it’ll be on its way in no time.
Buy Paint Online in Time for Christmas
Although it’s more time out of your busy schedule, now is the perfect time to repaint some of your interior surfaces. Whether it’s a major project or a simple freshen up, trust us to help you make the results amazing.
If you have any questions about us or our products, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!