With frost on the ground and rain or even snow inbound, it’s not exactly the best time for some exterior painting. We always recommend completing your exterior painting projects in Spring or Summer, as the weather will be friendlier and drying times will be shortest. So if you’re a keen painter, what do you do […]
We talk a lot about the difference between water-based paint and oil-based paint. For almost any painting project you can use either, but each have their pros and cons. Both types are fantastic regardless of where you use them; often the ‘best’ option comes down to personal preference, budget, or a specific goal. So instead of creating […]
Whether your varnish has ended up somewhere it wasn’t supposed to or you just fancy changing up the finish of your wood, it’s good to know how to remove varnish from different surfaces. You may be wondering, do I need to remove varnish before painting? And the answer is yes! Preparing the surface is arguably […]
The summer holidays are fast approaching. For kids and teens, that means a few months of freedom, for parents it means a lot less peace, and teachers will get a well-earned break before they need to start planning for the new year in September. This all means that, apart from the occasional open day or […]
Mould is a common issue for older homes, especially this time of year. Warm interiors mixed with a chilly exterior make it much easier for mould to grow, even if you aren’t having any issues with damp in your home. If you catch mould early, a quick spray and a scrub gets rid of it. […]
Having damp in your home can be an annoyance at best, and potentially harmful at worst. Although most common on older homes, damp can affect brand new builds too if the ventilation is poor. If you find damp in your home, fixing it should be a priority. Once the issue is resolved you’ll have damp […]
If you’ve kept up with our regular blogs over the years, you’ll know we almost exclusively talk about paint. It makes sense; the clue is in the name after all! But in a lot of our painting guides and advice blogs, you’ll notice a particular product pop up a lot. That’s right, today we’re giving […]
Painting exterior surfaces can be tricky, even for experienced painters, but don’t let that put you off. If you use quality paint, the best painting techniques, and the weather behaves itself, the results speak for themselves. But when you’ve spent hours working to make your outdoor areas look fantastic, you want to make those results […]
Over the years, we’ve talked about every kind of paint under the sun. From eggshell paint for your interior walls, to concrete paint for your patio, every painting project is different. But all of our projects have one thing in common: painting accessories. Without a quality paint brush and/or paint roller, it’s hard to get […]
When you’re planning your next big painting project, either for your home or for work, there is a lot to think about. Sheen, finish, texture, and what type of paint is best – getting it right first time is essential. But the most important part is choosing the perfect colour for walls, floors, or tiles. […]
